Health and Wellness
Gluten is probably one of the most demonized food groups out there. According to Platform Magazine, 31% of U.S. adults eat gluten-free or avoid gluten. However, only 4% of this 31% have a medical reason to do so. What is gluten though? According to the Celiac Disease Foundation: “Gluten is...
In this day and age, Pilates, yoga, running, and many more workouts are becoming more popular. People go to different lengths to find the best full-body exercises to stay active or even to lose weight. What is often forgotten are the various benefits of the simple but effective workout called:...
Now, more than ever, the importance of mental health is universally recognized. The news can be scary, life can be stressful, and at some point, we all need to take some time to step back and “reset” our minds. There’s no “go-to” activity that helps everyone do this. The goal...
We’ve all been told that exercising is important so our bodies can remain healthy. Sports, getting active, and all things of a similar matter have been encouraged for as long as anyone can remember. But finding what works can be a process. When it comes to working out, it’s not...
Summer is a fun season: swimming, the Fourth of July, barbecues, vacations, and more. There’s only one thing about this time of year that we can collectively agree is not fun: sunburns. The last thing anyone wants after a fun day out is red, peeling skin that’s sensitive to the...
In the United States, the concept of paid time off (PTO) remains a patchwork of policies and practices, leaving many workers without essential protections for their physical and mental well-being. As the global workforce evolves, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the U.S. needs to overhaul its approach to PTO, drawing...
In today’s fast-paced world, the pursuit of health and wellness often takes a backseat to the relentless pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty standards. However, true well-being extends far beyond outward appearances and superficial ideals. Instead, it lies in cultivating habits that nourish both body and mind, with regular exercise...
If you grew up in the ‘90s or 2000s, you’ve likely had a delectable Lunchable. From salty crackers, deli meats, and cheese kits, to tiny chicken nuggets, to (my personal favorite) nachos, Lunchables are a staple for American children and young adults. It’s a quick, easy lunch to pack, and...
With social media permeating so many aspects of our everyday lives, it can be difficult to find a healthy balance between keeping up with trends, friends, and current events while also maintaining adequate boundaries and constructive habits for the sake of our mental health. It’s no secret that social media...
Here is a terrifying statistic: Nearly half of all women in the United States are living with some form of heart disease. Cardiologist Dr. Kendra Marsh-Kates says that’s around 60 million women. How can half of the female population suffer from heart disease? A better question is, why aren’t we...
I am sick of seeing advertisements highlighting weight loss products that “inspire” women to get their “Summer Body.” There is a harmful perception that your body is not “ready” for summer (i.e. to be displayed in public) unless your stomach is flat; this is rooted in fatphobic rhetoric that shames...
On March 6th, the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, officially ended the program that provided free at-home COVID-19 rapid antigen tests. Before March 6th, families were able to order four free tests delivered to their homes through...
