Bring boards into the everyday We already embrace boards as a classic option for a casual party. We’re drawn in by the seemingly elaborate set-up of visually enticing foods. Guests help themselves, choosing what they like, avoiding what they don’t, and maybe even trying something new. But all these things can be true for everyday..
Here’s the inspiration you need As children, we crave movement, but our grown-up selves often choose to forgo exercise. We’re stressed and tired, and exercise adds to that. Or does it? While a physical stress inducer, exercise helps our ability to deal with stress in general and makes us healthier too. What else can exercise..
Don’t overlook this common condition Diabetes is now so common that it may be easy to forget the devastating consequences of this disease. Understanding this condition, its symptoms, and treatment strategies is the cornerstone of living well with diabetes. Types 1, 2 … and 3c? Our bodies get glucose from most foods in the diet..
Find joy and build strength, starting now A recent Instagram video by Sheila Nollert, the powerhouse behind the account @grandma_moves, begins with her drinking tea in a rocking chair, covered with a blanket and reading a book. “Society says senior years look like this,” reads the words flashing across the screen. “Nope!” Down goes the..
Alternatives for safe, natural sleep Sleep has long been an underappreciated determinant of health. It’s often the first thing cut from our crammed and overflowing routines. Sleep quantity and quality, however, affect many seemingly divergent areas of health, including hormonal and metabolic health; it’s also an essential prerequisite for normal daily functioning. When we don’t..
Get active this fall! As the days shorten and the weather cools, physical activity often falls by the wayside, and we retreat indoors to curl up with a book or binge-watch a few shows. But the end of summer doesn’t have to mean the end of your fitness routine. Here’s how to keep moving. “We..
Consider your “healthspan” with regenerative medicine Regenerative medicine is a rapidly evolving field that promises to alter the way we view health and the aging process. Combining the fields of biology, medicine, and engineering, regenerative medicine aims to repair or replace damaged tissues and organs by harnessing the body’s capacity for self-healing. A beacon of..
Find the way back to relationships Although the beginning of the pandemic may feel like a lifetime ago, the lessons we learned from that time are important to remember—namely the significance of collective resilience. Above all else, we acquired a deeper appreciation for nurturing connections, upholding the belief that being socially connected keeps us safer,..
The importance of planning End-of-life care can be defined as the care given to those who are nearing the end of life and have stopped treatment to cure or control disease. The goal is to control pain and other symptoms so the person can be as comfortable as possible, which is why it’s sometimes also..
Less shopping, more savoring The solution for a simple, delicious Thanksgiving can often be found in what we already have. Look to the ingredients you have in your pantry, fridge, and freezer for all the inspiration you need to put together these recipes that will help you embrace a fuss-free Thanksgiving—all while keeping things nutritious..