Category: Health & Fitness
6 extreme ways to cut your expenses
Living paycheck to paycheck is stressful! Or maybe you earn enough but want to aggressively save up a deposit for a home or to pay …
Marijuana legalization’s impact across America
American’s attitudes towards recreational marijuana usage are changing. The recent legalization of marijuana in 18 states and the District of Columbia has a direct impact …
Snack hacks: Tips for getting kids to eat healthier foods
As a parent, it can be difficult to get your kids to eat healthy foods, especially if they are picky eaters. It can be next-to-impossible to …
Here’s how screen time can negatively affect your health
It’s back-to-school and back-to-work time. Many of us spend hours each day on our tablets, smart phones, and computers. But did you know it can affect …
The benefits of sleeping with a humidifier — especially in winter
Staying warm in the winter comes at a cost—and we don’t mean just your heating bill. Dry skin, itchy eyes, scratchy throats, cracked lips, and nosebleeds are just …
What are adaptogens & can they help you sleep better?
In the world of health, there always seems to be something new just around the corner that everyone wants to try. While some of these trends …
4 ways to be the best sleep partner possible
Research shows that a healthy relationship depends on healthy sleep. The New York Times reports that couples experience worse conflict when one or both partners is sleep deprived. The …
Here’s where people complain most about insomnia
At what point in your sleepless night do you give in and reach for your phone? Kept awake by discomfort, traffic noise or a troubled mind, you …
Sleep your way to a better brain. Here’s how
Having trouble thinking creatively? Not able to focus on tasks that need to get done? Poor sleep could potentially be to blame. It turns out sleep …
How to keep acid reflux from ruining your sleep
More than 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month. I’m one of them. In fact, I was found to have gastroesophageal reflux disorder—aka GERD, …
What is Delta-8 & can it help you sleep better?
Chances are, you’ve heard the term Delta-8 used somewhere recently. Popular wellness influencers and local dispensaries alike have been advertising this cannabis alternative in full force …
How to keep the ‘Sunday scaries’ from ruining your sleep
The Sunday dreads, Sunday night blues, Sunday depression: These are all terms for the anxiety and stress many of us experience as Monday obligations loom over the precious …
Salt can ruin your sleep, but you don’t have to let it
We all know sugar can mess with our sleep in a host of ways. But it turns out salt can also keep us from getting the quality shuteye …
6 healthy things you can grill at your summer BBQ that aren’t meat
Summer barbecues with grilled hotdogs and hamburgers are an American tradition. But with the eating habits of many evolving to include vegetarian and vegan options (or …
Older adults & summer heat: Here’s how to protect yourself
It’s not just the heat that’s the problem With parts of the country blanketed by a dangerous heat wave, older people in particular can have a …
Healthy snacks that don’t suck
Healthy snacking can keep you feeling full throughout the day, and less prone to overeating or wasting calories on foods that are satisfying in the moment …
These states have the biggest drug problems
The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the nation’s drug problem. In fact, in 2020, there were over 88,000 drug overdose deaths, an increase of about 27% from 2019. To …
Here’s where gambling addiction is worst in the US
The increase in online gambling options and the COVID-19 pandemic have created the perfect storm for gambling addiction. The Mayo Clinic and other organizations are still …
50 totally unsurprising facts about Americans
From eating acres of pizza each year to owning more guns than there are people in the country, there is a myriad of American facts that …
Medical identity theft: Here’s how to protect yourself
Most people know to be on the lookout for identity theft, which can result in thieves charging purchases to stolen debit or credit card numbers, compromising …
Why you need a good night’s sleep before coronavirus vaccine
A good night’s sleep can often be hard to come by, but in 2020, it seemed extra challenging, right? As we start to see a light …
It’s world sleep day. Here’s how to get better rest
The events of the past year have made it hard for many of us to get a full eight hours of sleep every night. In a …
20 foods that are good—and good for your immune system
Staying healthy, especially in winter months, means doing everything you can to keep your immune system functioning optimally. What you eat can significantly impact how your immune system …
How does deep sleep affect your brain?
Having trouble thinking creatively? Not able to focus on tasks that need to get done? Poor sleep could potentially be to blame. It turns out sleep …
These are the best & worst states for access to cancer care
ValuePenguin created a Care Score to analyze the top states for cancer care, considering the potential cost of treatment, access to care and death rates. Minnesota …
Should you really be working in bed?
Even though a new year has started, life is still anything but “normal.” As Covid-19 continues to rage on around the world, many of us are …
The only 5 exercises you need to stay fit
There is a quote from author Ijeoma Umebinyuo that goes “Start now. Start where you are. Start with fear. Start with pain. Start with doubt. Start with hands …
20 immune boosting foods that can protect your teeth
Staying healthy, especially in winter months, means doing everything you can to keep your immune system functioning optimally. What you eat can significantly impact how your immune system …
Here’s how to save money on prescription glasses
According to the Vision Council of America, an estimated 75% of the worldwide adult population wear glasses or contact lenses to correct their vision. If you’re …
28 surefire tricks to make you smarter
In 2006, world-renowned Stanford University psychologist Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D., published her top-selling book “Mindset.” The breakthrough book with a one-word title detailed how successful people think about …
How to handle change at work without stressing out
But being ready to roll with change has also become a business-critical skill. Here are five easier-than-you-think strategies to help you embrace the unknown. While each …
Is mouthwash good for your teeth?
Sure mouthwash can leave your mouth feeling fresh and clean and some can even whiten your teeth, but are there any actual health benefits to using …
12 simple ways to take care of yourself
In the world of personal finance, it’s easy to get caught up with conversations about debt and money, bills and spreadsheets, side hustles and income. We …
How to keep this common health problem from ruining your sleep
More than 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month. I’m one of them. In fact, I was found to have gastroesophageal reflux disorder—aka GERD, …
10 ways to save money at pharmacies
Written by: Trae Bodge
You might think that because you’re paying for something that the doctor ordered, you have no other options. In some cases, the price is the price, …
A gentle approach for getting back in shape
Whether you want to get back in shape or you’re focused on getting in shape for the very first time, fitness begins with starting where you …
Want a better immune system? Get better sleep
Taking vitamin C isn’t the only way to boost your immune system. Getting a good night’s sleep will also go a long way toward defending against illness. That’s …
What kind of dentures are right for you?
If you have had to have teeth removed — either some, or all of them — your dentist will recommend that you replace those teeth with …
8 herbs that can improve your sleep
Herbs have been used as medicine for thousands of years, and quite a few are well known for their sleep-promoting benefits. They may even have a …
3 ways to pay for your kid’s braces
Many people contemplate the cost of raising children long before they have them. There are daycare and preschool fees to consider, a possible increase in rent …
Can you really crowdfund your medical bills?
When it launched in 2010, the Affordable Care Act was designed to ensure all Americans could afford health care. Yet even though the law provided more people with …
How to keep work worries from ruining your sleep
The Sunday dreads, Sunday night blues, Sunday depression: These are all terms for the anxiety and stress many of us experience as Monday obligations loom over the precious …
Average cost of medical school
Did you declare you’d be a doctor someday back when you were just a little kid? Perhaps your parents bought you one of those toy medical …
The perfect chicken soup to make if you’re sick
Cold fall weather always leads to the inevitable coughs and colds. That’s why, once the leaves begin to turn, a big batch of chicken soup hits …
19 ways to improve your life right now
It’s hard, and it’s painful, and it’s every day. But it doesn’t have to be hard all the time. You can change your life starting today …
Here’s how the pandemic is hitting minorities disproportionately
The coronavirus pandemic has caused financial hardship for many, but it’s disproportionately affecting people of color, a September 2020 LendingTree survey of more than 2,000 Americans …
The pandemic has worsened nearly everyone’s mental health. Here’s how
Essential workers have been exposed to war-like conditions; the rise of remote work has led to isolation and loneliness; and feelings of depression and hopelessness have been reported …
Can medical bills affect your credit report?
Medical costs can sneak up on you. They’re often confusing and even frustrating. Billing statements may be hard to read. So can an insurer’s explanation of …
Here’s how cannabis affects your sleep
Cannabis use is becoming mainstream throughout more and more of the country. In fact, it’s currently legal for medical use in 33 states and recreational use …
Experiencing racism can affect your sleep. Here’s why
Life is exhausting. Whether you’re raising children, working a physically or mentally taxing job, or constantly monitoring the news cycle, climbing into bed at night is …
