Neurologic disorders cover a vast array of health issues. Everything from headaches to seizures, strokes to Alzheimer’s disease, and a whole lot of stuff in between, fall under the category of neurologic disorders. According to the World Health Organization, nearly…
As we transition from National Stress Awareness Month to Healthy Vision Month, it is important to keep in mind that controlling stress is one of the ways to maintain healthy vision. And while you may not want to hear it,…
The next time you’re in a wide open field, pasture or meadow dotted with beautiful yellow dandelions, know that these prolific little delights are not only beautiful, but packed with nutrition and offer a host of healthy benefits. Let’s explore…
Every year on April 22, we celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day was founded in 1970, by Gaylord Nelson, a Wisconsin Senator, who had become particularly concerned about the deteriorating environment in the United States. Since it’s first observance, Earth Day…
Allergies, seasonal or otherwise, is one of the biggest health issues that people deal with in the United States. And the numbers are rising every year. Part of this is because our agricultural practices have changed drastically in the past…
We all experience stress, but we may experience it in very different ways. Because of this, there is no single definition for stress. However, the most common explanation is a physical, mental or emotional strain or tension. Stress is a…
Most people look forward to spring. It means new life, longer hours of daylight, and depending on where one lives, warmer weather. This transition allows for the ability to get more done and spend more time outdoors, possibly shedding those…
Did you know that one in five deaths globally — equivalent to 11 million deaths — are associated with poor diet? And did you also know that diet contributes to a range of chronic diseases in people around the world?…
With St. Patrick’s Day quickly approaching, the possibility of brain injuries is a real concern. Each year, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) contribute to a substantial number of deaths and cases of permanent disability. A TBI is caused by a bump, blow…
March is known for St. Patrick’s Day. And while I enjoy a couple of cold green brewskies like everybody else, there are a couple of other reasons that March is significant. March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month, as well…
