Wellness

Everything these days seems to have a version for the “wellness” category. From restaurants and fast food, to ice cream and now alcohol, lots of products are getting a healthy twist.

Social media and mental health are words we now see together often.

Believe me, I get it – it’s hard to beat that afternoon slump and focus on just about anything some days. You might consider grabbing another cup of coffee or a sweet treat, but maybe the answer is simply taking a breather.

March was National Nutrition Month, but who’s to say we shouldn’t be healthy year-round? Here are some tips to help you stay on course.

Spring is coming, with her flower buds, beautiful blooming trees and – if you’re one in 26 million Americans that seasonal allergies wreak havoc on (myself included) – the increased amounts of pollen from trees, grass and weeds.

LA-based wellness company, Living Wholly, has announced it is bringing an inaugural transformative four-day event to Atlanta this fall. Attune will offer attendees an enlightening weekend full of inspirational speakers, powerful workshops, immersive experiences and practical tools to support the journey of awakening.

Time wears differently on women’s and men’s brains. A recent study found that the female brain appears about 3.8 years younger than men’s. In the study, several researchers looked at brain metabolism – how efficiently the brains were able to turn sugar into fuel that powers it. Women consistently fared better.

In addition to Valentine’s Day, February is also a time to focus on our physical hearts by honoring American Heart Month.

Adults are often drawn toward meditation to ease daily stress and experience moments of peace. Children growing up in today’s fast-paced culture also show increased levels of restlessness, stress and anxiety, and meditation can be just as beneficial to them.

During winter months, indoor spaces can feel stuffy and stagnant. I can’t wait until the first signs of spring when windows and doors can be opened and cool breezes allowed to flow. Another solution for better air quality is houseplants.

Did you know that 80% of people’s new year’s resolutions fail by Feb. 1? I read that recently and thought no wonder why I don’t make them anymore. It also takes 3-4 weeks to make something a habit.

Ever forget where you put the keys, can’t stay focused or get stuck on a problem? We all struggle with these occasionally, but it doesn’t mean we shouldn’t strive to better our brain. Cue Peak, an app that does just that using a combination of neuroscience, technology and fun to keep brain cells active.

Gravy boats, giving and time off. This truly is the most wonderful time of the year, at least until resolution season rears its ugly head.

Did you ever have a stress ball? I did. I would pick it up every now and then, but it never really seemed to alleviate much stress.

Mental health issues such as depression and anxiety are often not addressed in the workplace until there’s a crisis. Interventions and practices that promote good mental health in the workplace can include:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a record number of deaths during the 2017-2018 flu season, with the death toll reaching more than 80,000 people in the United States alone. It is important to get a flu vaccine because:

Digital screen use may be causing negative effects on reading comprehension, attention, memory and cognitive capabilities. When screen reading, the habit is to skim, thereby reducing the time allocated to get the general gist of the content.

Flu season is knocking on our door: Will you answer?

Procrastination: we’ve all dealt with it at some point. But did you know it goes deeper than just putting off a task? In our minds, each task falls into one of four categories: expectancy, value, time or impulsivity. Or in layman’s terms, we don’t care, we’re not getting the wanted results, our time is too valuable, or we’re just downright impulsive.

Uh oh. A new study has some scary implications for our reliance on cellphones, tablets and computer screens. Those blue-tinged displays could lead to serious eye problems – maybe even blindness.

Workplace success used to depend on spending 40+ years climbing the corporate ladder or having connections. While those tactics are still around, a more sound approach is working to develop emotional intelligence.

I sit in my office with phones and internet down. Staff has scattered to coffee shops, and our provider cannot service us until tomorrow. I feel anxious, angry and out of touch. Disconnected is distressing.

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held annually on Aug. 31 to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths. It spreads the message that the tragedy of overdose death is preventable.

Millions of people suffer from mental health disorders, afraid to speak on the shame and stigma that comes with it. Atlanta native Shanti Das’ mission is to openly discuss mental illness, including education about treatment, support and care, and dismantle the stigmas through her initiative, Silence The Shame.

I’m a workaholic, so self-care tends to fall after family and client commitments.

Is stress lurking around your office environment? If so, take 10 minutes to host a team stretch break and let everyone know why it’s important.

As someone who is currently covered in mosquito bites from hiking in the woods, I am desperate to find the best ways to repel these pests. Here are some of my favorite tried-and-true products.

An estimated 29 million Americans have type 1 (T1D) or type 2 (T2D) diabetes. Both share warning signs, including increased hunger, thirst and frequent urination. Here’s a breakdown of their differences:

I love to travel, especially for food. Some of my most memorable meals have been in Charleston, Chicago, Fiji, Finland, Montreal, Italy, NYC, San Francisco and Vancouver. When the news of Anthony Bourdain’s passing hit, I was stunned.

While paid vacation time has become an expected workplace perk, new research shows Americans are not always using it. In 2017, Americans gave up 705 million vacation days and forfeited 212 million – meaning they couldn’t be rolled over or paid out – equating to $62 million in lost benefits.