Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a complex mental illness that is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. While there’s still much that doctors and researchers don’t know about BPD, many studies have been done on what contributes to the disorder, including whether…
According to the American Cancer Society, the use of tobacco is the number one cause of preventable death in the U.S. and contributes to nearly 1 in 5 deaths annually. Smoking tobacco is linked to the development of numerous chronic…
Bananas are currently the most popular fruit in America* and are regularly held up as the epitome of a healthy on-the-go snack and the ultimate portable workout fuel. Tennis players munch on them during matches, marathon organizers dish them out…
Social media is rife with crazy, seemingly physics-defying ab circuits that promise a chiseled midsection in 15 minutes. While those circuits likely won’t work against your goals, all you really need for a strong core is a handful of simple,…
If the endocrine system were a movie, cortisol would be cast as a villain. Also known as the “stress hormone,” cortisol seems to blame for every health complaint under the sun: mood swings, weight gain, bloating, skin issues, insomnia, and…
Magic mushrooms may make you think of people taking drugs in dark rooms or their fantasy-filled hallucinations. As time goes on, more studies are being done on its active ingredient that should change that perception. A new study is significant…
There have been over 20 school shootings so far in 2024, including the tragic event at the Uvalde elementary school in Texas (via NPR). It’s no surprise that many people are having anxiety around this upcoming school year. “Around this…
Diagnosis of a new illness can bring about a number of lifestyle changes. The introduction of new medication regimens, repeated follow-up appointments, and diet changes are just a few areas that can be impacted by receiving the news that you’ve…
Light, sound, and temperature are just a few of the more obvious things we know can affect our sleep. Throw in stress, diet, exercise, and more, and the laundry list continues to grow. Yet there are a few not-so-obvious things…
When it comes to keeping your quad muscles strong and healthy, stretching is as important to your routine as strengthening exercises are. Lying quad stretches really target the front of your legs to open your quads and hip flexors. In general, stretching plays…
