Acupuncture may reduce use of opioids post-surgery One study presented to the American Society of Anesthesiologists reports that having acupuncture before surgery may lower the rate of dependence on opioids after surgical procedures. Study participants who did not receive acupuncture on average took 3 times as much morphine in the 24 hour period post surgery… Continue reading Weekly Round Up
5 Simple Habits to Boost Your Mood
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety or depression, or just feeling like you’re in a funk, these simple habits will help pull you up and get you back on track. Sweat It Out Get your heart rate pumping! Hitting the gym might be a big ask when you’re feeling down but taking a brisk walk around… Continue reading 5 Simple Habits to Boost Your Mood
6 Wellness Channels on YouTube for Beginners
Nothing gets you amped and on track like finding the right motivation. YouTube is a treasure trove of amazing people creating amazing content on topics from A-Z. Taking time to discover a new muse will greatly benefit you on your wellness journey, but if you’re short on time on we’ve compiled some of our favorites… Continue reading 6 Wellness Channels on YouTube for Beginners
Weekly Round Up
This Week’s Wellness News Breakdown Intermittent Fasting New study from University of California San Francisco shines a light on intermittent fasting, revealing that there’s no significant difference between time-restricted diets and other diets. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2771095 Have a Safe and Happy Halloween The Center for Disease Control has released it’s Halloween Guidelines to help you… Continue reading Weekly Round Up
Beauty Isn’t Just Skin Deep
With thousands of skincare options on the market, it can be easy to think beauty starts with a good skincare routine. But beauty starts from the inside out. By improving our nutrition and being mindful of what we take into our bodies, we can support our systems, including our skin. Follow our tips to get… Continue reading Beauty Isn’t Just Skin Deep
Weatherizing Your Wellness for Winter
With the change of the seasons, it stands to reason that we should put thought into changes we can make that will help us continue our wellness journey through winter. We’ve got some great tips to help you prepare! Your Exercise Routine With winter looming, it can be easy to slip into hibernation mode and… Continue reading Weatherizing Your Wellness for Winter
Top Sleep Apps
This week we’ve explored top tips to get a good night sleep. Today we’ll give you the low-down on sleep apps that may help you get a better night’s sleep. Snore Lab Snore Lab records, measures and tracks your snoring and helps you identify sleep-related health problems. SnoreLab creates audio recordings of your snoring and… Continue reading Top Sleep Apps
Sleep and Wellness Part 2
We’re back with part two of Sleep Week! Here’s 4 more great tips on getting a good night’s sleep. Setting is everything Make your sleeping space as quiet and comfortable as possible and set the tone for sleep. Kill the lights, ditch the devices, and adjust the temperature so you’ll be comfortable. White noise like… Continue reading Sleep and Wellness Part 2
Sleep And Wellness
Sleep plays a vital role in overall health of the body. Inadequate sleep makes us cranky, slow and can throw off the entire day. But chronic sleep issues can cause a whole slew of other health problems such as obesity, depression, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke and much more. Daily sleep recommendations change… Continue reading Sleep And Wellness
Healthy Holidays
As families begin to make plans for the holidays, many find themselves wondering how they’ll navigate holiday feasts while still honoring their lifestyle changes and health journey. Big family meals don’t have to be a dieter’s nightmare or a minefield of temptation. Here’s our top tips for healthy holidays to help you get through the… Continue reading Healthy Holidays