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The holiday season, while filled with joy and anticipation, can often become a whirlwind of social events, family gatherings, and gift-giving. The combination of increased social obligations and shorter days can lead to feelings of S.A.D (seasonal affective disorder), stress and overwhelm. However, with a few intentional winter wellness strategies, we can not only surviveRead more

Most of us can remember learning about the “body system” in elementary school. We learned that cells are the building blocks of tissues, which form organs, then whole organ systems. We learned about the digestive system, of the gall bladder and stomach and large intestines; the respiratory system, of lungs and trachea and the nasalRead more

Many people who were diagnosed with Covid-19 report negative symptoms that linger long after contracting the virus. Known as Covid “Long-Haulers,” these people have endured chronic, life-altering symptoms for months, despite the fact that some of them initially had mild cases or even no symptoms of Covid-19! Over a year and a half into theRead more

Happy September! The weather is getting milder, schools are opening back up… whether we like it or not, summer seems to be drawing to a close. With cooler temperatures just around the corner, the last thing most of us are thinking about is allergies! However, if you tend to suffer from seasonal allergies, brace yourselfRead more

Insomnia is one of the most common disorders in the world, found in over 40% of adults. Symptoms of insomnia include difficulty falling asleep, waking up in the night, and having poor quality sleep. These symptoms leech over into the daytime hours, causing daytime sleepiness, poor memory, weak attention span, irritability, anxiety, depression, and otherRead more

About 10% of the population has once experienced tinnitus, a symptom that can indicate auditory damage or other underlying medical conditions. Tinnitus is a ringing, humming, or roaring sound in the ears, varying in pitch and intensity. It can last minutes to days, disrupting your overall wellbeing, further instigating other conditions such as anxiety, depression,Read more

From Michael Phelps to Gwyneth Paltrow to Justin Bieber, many popular figures have made headlines in recent years for their use of cupping. At this point, the red-purple cup marks are easily identifiable, whether in the Olympic pool or on the red carpet. While these painless discolorations fade in a couple of days, the impactRead more

Despite its recent discovery in the United States, alpha-gal syndrome has affected thousands of peoples’ lives. Characterized by an allergy to red meat, alpha-gal syndrome is believed to be caused by the bite of lone star ticks. Once bitten, a sugar molecule called alpha-gal enters the body. In a period of months, some people willRead more

An underactive thyroid, or hypothyroid, is a very common medical condition. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), an estimated 4.6 percent of the U.S. population ages 12 years and up has hypothyroidism. That’s nearly 5 out of 100 people. Depending on the severity of the condition, individuals struggling with hypothyroidism often experience aRead more

The holidays are over, it’s the middle of winter, and there’s a global pandemic with no end in sight. You may be feeling especially tired, out-of-rhythm, or may not be putting your health first. It’s not your fault. Everyone is struggling right now, and it’s easy to get out-of-step with your own self-care. Your immunityRead more