According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, our social connections carry more weight in determining our health than genetics, behaviors, and medicine combined. Surprised? Imagine the impact of prioritizing your social life as you do your diet, exercise, sleep,...
Even before COVID-19, loneliness and social isolation were identified as a growing public health issue, especially for older adults. Loneliness is the feeling of being alone, regardless of social contact, while social isolation means a total lack of social connections....
It's January, and we've just passed some of the year's biggest holidays. You've spent plenty of time with family and friends, and have stayed busy with activities and events for weeks now. The holiday season can be a blast, but...
As we become increasingly health-conscious over time, we begin to understand that diet and exercise affect more than our appearances. The way that we live has a direct impact on our physical and mental health. June is Men’s Health Month,...
The human brain is an incredibly complex organ tasked with the monumental responsibility of making sure the rest of our body parts remain in working order. Unlike our heart, lungs, muscles and skin, we can’t exactly feel our brains working...
