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Ask a room full of people why they don’t exercise, and you will hear all kinds of reasons. Some will be easy to understand — perhaps an injury or medical issue. But you will also hear a lot of reasons that are built on myths. Here’s a quick episode of MythBusters:...

Many people avoid exercise because it’s hard work and zero fun. But there are a ton of health and fitness benefits available through dance. And for a lot of folks, dancing is way more enjoyable than hitting the weights or running on a treadmill. When the pandemic...

Some people may associate “job” with “stress,” so it might be strange to hear the phrase “workplace wellness.” The word “wellness” involves physical, mental, and emotional health, and there are two distinct groups of people who need to prioritize workplace...

Your grocery store’s produce aisle likely has a wide variety of options, thanks to a large international trade network. Fruits and vegetables can be grown in one place and shipped thousands of miles to your local supermarket. Distributors can also delay ripening to...

Florida is famously the Sunshine State — but during the dog days of summer, that may not be a good thing. Sun exposure carries a number of health risks, from sunburn to skin cancer to heatstroke. Some people are more susceptible than others, depending on their skin...

May is Global Employee Health and Wellness Month, but actually, workplace wellness should be a year-round campaign! As people spend about half their waking hours at work, it’s important to embed healthy behavior within company culture. And of course, employers should...

High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease, and it can be a chronic illness in its own right. Cardiovascular wellness includes maintaining a healthy blood pressure and lowering your risk of cardiac events such as a stroke. But what does it mean to...

Diabetes is one of the most common health conditions in the United States, affecting more than 37 million adults. Because the body cannot adequately produce or detect insulin, blood glucose levels are elevated, which increases the risk of heart disease and kidney...

Stress is a normal part of life, but in today’s hectic world, various small stressors can add up to an overwhelming situation. As many of us juggle our careers, families, and sociocultural pressures such as rising costs, it becomes harder to manage that “normal”...

Childhood obesity is a major risk factor for long-term health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, and fatty liver disease. It can also inhibit children’s activity levels during a time when regular exercise is vital to growing strong bones. Children who are...

Shopping at your local farmers market is a wonderful way to get fresh produce and meat. By purchasing groceries locally, you help support your community and put more money back into farmers’ pockets. You may even find some delicious vegetables and cuts of meat you...

You’ve likely heard of group meetings as a common method for substance use recovery. This tried-and-true approach often complements other forms of treatment. But peer support is particularly helpful because it gives those in recovery a supportive, empowering, and even...