Sunscreen is a product designed to protect us from the damaging effects of the sun, so it stands to reason that the rate of skin cancer would have dropped since sunscreen was introduced to the general market. It may shock you to know that cases of skin cancer have actually increased since the introduction of […]
Resolutions are great if they are realistic. However, isn’t resolving to always or never do something setting one up for failure? The best advice that I have is to set some goals that are achievable, trackable, can be broken down into smaller steps and have a time frame. Year after year, one of the top […]
Sponsored Content Varicose veins, often dismissed as a cosmetic issue, can cause discomfort and even lead to complications if ignored. Consulting a vein doctor can provide clarity on the causes and guide us toward effective treatment options. In this guide, we’ll explore the underlying causes of varicose veins, available medical treatments, lifestyle adjustments, and self-care […]
Searching for anything can be exciting and become a passion, like combing the beach for treasure. My friend invited me to go on a mushroom foray with a group of around 20 people, at Frenchtown Park in East Greenwich, and I found this group of people to be passionate about finding wild mushrooms. Three organizations […]
Sponsored Content In recent years, news channels have expanded their coverage to include a wide range of lifestyle and consumer-focused segments, with wellness products often taking center stage. From televised morning shows to digital news platforms, these outlets are finding creative and strategic ways to highlight the latest wellness trends. Whether through sponsored content, expert […]
Is it possible to maintain an abdominal six-pack after drinking craft beer on the regular? Professionally speaking as a registered dietitian my answer is, “It depends.” You have to work for your beer. This means you have to expend more energy (exercise) than you take in unless you have an amazing metabolic rate. There’s no […]
Dear C; I have had it. I am sick and tired of myself. Every year I resolve to make the same changes and I start off with such a great attitude and so much enthusiasm, and then it just kind of dribbles off. I didn’t even bother to try this year. I know I have […]
Over 40% of Americans are obese and despite the fact that weight loss clinics and diet fads abound, these statistics continue to rise. The experts have been helpless to stop these burgeoning numbers so it is no wonder that the pharmaceuticals Ozempic, Wegovy, and other semaglutide medications seem like the miracle drugs Americans have been […]
Autism Spectrum Disorder, commonly known as autism, is a heritable, genetic neurodevelopmental challenge that impacts about 1% of the world’s human population. This means there are somewhere around 80 million people with this condition. There is a huge gradient of expression of autism by individuals. This is where the phrase “being on the spectrum” comes […]
988 is a great resource to be used by those going through a mental health crisis and needing someone to talk to. There are talk and text options, which makes it easy for anyone who wants to reach out. The ease and anonymity of texting should make more people feel comfortable seeking assistance. It should […]