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by Hilary Thompson Health-centric smart devices have helped millions of people stay physically fit, manage their diabetes, and meditate their way to better mental and physical health.Today, smart devices are moving beyond standard fitness wearables and personal meditation apps. We can now monitor our offices for CO2, keep our homes safe from invasion, and detect water leaks and shut off the water before they produce... 1/31/2019 8:00:00 AM
by John Valenty #1. Happiness Isn't Just in Your MindOur mental health and happiness are more closely connected to our physical health than you might think. When we don't feel well physically it's hard to feel well mentally. Exercise, sleep and eating well appear to have a drastic effect on mental health and happiness. If you knew for certain that exercise, sleep and eating well could reduce depression better than... 1/9/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Wellness Tip: When trying to lose weight, low-calorie diet soda may seem like a good beverage option. If the consumption of artificial chemicals doesn't dissuade you in its own right, consider this: Those who opt for a diet soda often consume more overall calories. You may think you have some leeway, but if you are not careful you can easily exceed any calories saved with your food intake. Artificial... 1/4/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Wellness Tip: You may be puzzled to read an entry about love under Wellness. But your emotional life is every bit as important to your overall well-being as your heart or blood pressure. In fact, your emotional state may be the greatest influence upon your overall physical health. Much has been written about stress being a detriment to good health; but not much has been said about how positive feelings... 1/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Several dozen batches of U by Kotex Sleek tampons were voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer after users reported the products were coming apart inside them. The manufacturer is warning women not to use any of these products, as serious medical issues could ensue.The product has been coming apart inside women’s bodies, raising new concerns over toxic shock syndrome, a potentially deadly infection... 1/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Which would you trust more with your life: a human or a machine? Well, the US Food and Drug Administration recently approved artificial intelligence (AI) software that can interpret medical images without the help of a doctor. An Eye for an EyeIDx-DR, developed by IDx LLC, is software that has shown it can identify diabetic retinopathy in special images taken of the back of the eye. Diabetic retinopathy... 12/16/2018 8:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher IntroductionPeople who are lucky enough to have full medical coverage may only have to contribute a small co-payment, assuming that a doctor has prescribed the need for an MRI, the insurance company approves the procedure and the patient meets pre-qualifications criteria. In the best cases, out-of-pocket expenses may be minimal.Considering, however, that there are millions of Americans who may still... 12/16/2018 8:00:00 AM
by Megan Johnson McCullough Breakfast is the meal that breaks the fast from the night before. Some people claim they’re not hungry in the morning, or that they lack time at this hour to eat, yet others never skip this meal. Truth be told, the winner of the breakfast debate is to eat breakfast.Here’s why….Breakfast is the most important meal of the day because of its many benefits. To be clear, the type of breakfast being referred... 11/27/2018 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor We see them in movies and read about them in books. We even kid around about going through a midlife crisis when we hit the occasional tough spot in life. All jokes aside though, the midlife crisis is a very real phenomenon and the sudden behavioral changes that come with it can be very worrisome for those of us who have to watch our loved ones struggle. Is There an Imposter Living in Your House? He’s... 11/27/2018 8:00:00 AM
by Brenda Knowles The other night my daughter called me from her dad's house. The first thing she asked was if she had any appointments this week. I said, "Yes, you have a doctor's appointment after school on Monday." She immediately got mad and told me how much homework she was going to have that day and how she didn't have time for any appointments. "Why do you always sign me up for things after school on Monday?!?"My... 11/26/2018 8:00:00 AM
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