MENTAL & EMOTIONAL HEALTH ARTICLES
Seven Tips to Avoid the Holiday Health Hangover
The holidays are a time of fun, friends, family, and food. Though many of us start with good intentions, we often struggle to avoid overindulging. Create a plan so you can successfully navigate those ... ...more
Fitness ,General Wellness &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
Perspective
Have you ever seen someone studying a painting in an art gallery? Typical body movements often include cocking the head to one side, possibly furrowing the brow, then taking a step back before nodding... ...more
Community ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
Chronic Low Back Relief: Lasting + Minimally Invasive
Chronic low back pain can steal precious moments, such as spontaneous road trips, special hugs, and long-lost workout routines. While over-the-counter pain medications, heat, or massage therapy can of... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
How Research to Treat Diabetes Led to the Discovery of an Effective Weight Management Drug
In 1970, Norman Borlaug won the Nobel Prize for being the “Father of the Green Revolution.” In the 20th century, over seventy million people died of famine worldwide, with the majority of those deaths... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•2 min read
Red in the Face? You May Have Rosacea
Recently, I had a forty-year-old patient come in complaining that her face was always red. She had not noticed any pimples or pus bumps on her face; she was just red. She noted that her dad had a simi... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 02, 2024•3 min read
Harmonizing Your Space for Health and Abundance
Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt a sense of calm and clarity? Or perhaps you’ve entered a space that felt chaotic, making you restless and uneasy? This is not just a coincidence; ... ...more
Education ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•5 min read
Health Is a Journey, Not a Destination
My journey toward better health has been anything but linear. It’s been a winding path full of unexpected turns, challenges, and revelations. This story spans several decades, beginning with my deep-r... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•5 min read
Embrace Wellness This Holiday Season: A Guide to Staying Healthy
The holiday season can be a whirlwind, challenging our well-being with its busy pace. To help you stay balanced and energized, this guide offers practical tips for maintaining your mental, physical, a... ...more
General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•2 min read
Don't Forget The Little Things
As the holiday season approaches, I find myself reflecting on the things I have been blessed with, not just in the big, obvious ways but in the small moments that too often go unnoticed. Life has a wa... ...more
General Wellness ,Letter From the Editor &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•3 min read
Guard Against COPD at Every Stage of Life
There is no cure yet for COPD, but experts from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) recommend these strategies to protect your lung health at every age. ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•2 min read
Be Intentional with Holiday Traditions
Creating family traditions or rituals can be both enjoyable and challenging. Here are some thoughts to consider when developing yours... ...more
Relationships ,General Wellness &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•3 min read
Give Your Presence, Not Your Presents
The most precious gift we can offer others is our presence. When mindfulness embraces those we love, they will bloom like flowers ...more
Relationships ,General Wellness &November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•2 min read
Plan to Succeed This Holiday Season
Taking time to plan healthy holiday traditions and being creative about them can fill your holiday with that festive cheer that lasts. Hopefully, these traditions will carry you through your New Year’... ...more
General Wellness ,November/December 2024
November 01, 2024•3 min read
For Better Sleep, Stay out of Bed
It’s no secret that, for most of us, sleep is one of the most important factors in our quality of life. At one point or another, most people will experience some form of insomnia. This may be due to l... ...more
General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health Physical Health &September/October 2024
September 02, 2024•3 min read
Rescue Alert of Dixie, Providing Independence and Peace of Mind
What can Rescue Alert of Dixie do for me or my loved one?” First, they help provide independence. They help you to continue to live where you want to live and do the things you like to do. Second, the... ...more
Community ,General Wellness Physical Health &September/October 2024
September 02, 2024•3 min read
Are Parasites Robbing Your Health?
The idea of a parasite cleanse was initially met with skepticism. Parasites seemed like a far-off concern, something you hear about in exotic travel advisories, not something that could be lurking wit... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &September/October 2024
September 02, 2024•5 min read
Your Skin and the Sun
This beautiful weather in Southern Utah comes with a downside: the sunshine has the potential to cause skin damage—also known as photoaging, photo damage, or solar damage—that can occur when ultraviol... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &September/October 2024
September 02, 2024•5 min read
The Calcium Connection
There is a higher rates of calcium deficiency found in people living in warmer climates, like southern Utah. It seems we work so much harder to avoid being in the sun that our bodies miss out on the p... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &September/October 2024
September 02, 2024•3 min read
Loving YOU
Learning how to love who you are will help you build confidence and resilience. You may not always have all the answers, but when you “love you,” you will trust in your ability to course correct, even... ...more
General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health &September/October 2024
September 01, 2024•4 min read
Throat Energy: Activate Creative Expression and Your Body’s Metabolism
What is throat energy? It is the spiritual and energetic component that gives energy to your voice, thyroid, neck, ears, shoulders, cervical spine, hypothalamus, jaw, tonsils, and esophagus. ...more
General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health Physical Health &September/October 2024
September 01, 2024•3 min read
The Power of Grip Strength
In the realm of health and fitness, grip strength often flies under the radar despite its profound implications for overall well-being. Beyond its role in mundane tasks like opening jars or carrying g... ...more
Fitness ,General Wellness &September/October 2024
September 01, 2024•3 min read
Sleep Apnea is More than a Snore
Snoring throughout the night. Gasping for air suddenly while sleeping. Feeling tired after a night of rest. These aren’t just signs of a poor night’s sleep, they could be symptoms of obstructive sleep... ...more
General Wellness ,Physical Health &September/October 2024
September 01, 2024•3 min read
A Map to Self-Discovery
Are you wrestling with self-awareness? Do you find yourself asking, “Who am I, and what is my purpose?” When you are unsure of who you are, it can be daunting to articulate your inner struggles and at... ...more
General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health &July/August 2024
July 01, 2024•4 min read
Four Tips for Summer Water Safety
To protect your loved ones when playing in and around water this summer, keep these tips from the American Heart Association in mind... ...more
General Wellness ,July/August 2024 &Outdoor Recreation
July 01, 2024•3 min read
The Triangle of Awareness and Intuitive Eating
he Triangle of Awareness is a form of mindfulness, a way of paying attention to present moment experiences. Imagine a triangle with its three sides and three corners; each corner of the triangle repre... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Mental and Emotional Health
March 01, 2024•5 min read
Your Body Machine
As we mature, we gain more knowledge. We learn that germs, exposure, antibodies, disease, and even some genetics will influence our overall health. In the face of these facts, we gradually lose our in... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Physical Health
March 01, 2024•5 min read
If You Could Turn Back Time: Reclaiming Yourself Again
The ups and downs of life come and go, but when we go through too many difficult circumstances over a relatively short period of time, it can be hard to fully retain the good feelings, experiences, an... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Mental and Emotional Health
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Kick the Sick
Boosting your immune system at the first sign of feeling ill is crucial for maintaining good health and preventing the spread and/or the duration of an illness. Here are some key benefits of proactive... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Seven Steps to Start Growing Produce at Home
Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some eff... ...more
Community ,March/April 2024 &General Wellness
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Hunger Versus Craving, Belly Versus Brain
Hunger is controlled by gut-brain neurochemical signals originating in the stomach that tell your brain you are hungry or full. Hunger is a physical feeling that doesn’t go away and intensifies if you... ...more
Nutrition ,March/April 2024 &General Wellness
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Lesson From Harry Caray
I loved watching Cubs baseball and listening to Harry Caray’s distinct cadence and unrestrained enthusiasm when calling a game. For me, Harry Caray was a master at creating a shared language and a com... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &Letter From the Editor
March 01, 2024•3 min read
