4 Ways to get better sleep By Janelsa Ou

   We hated doing it when we were children, as teenagers we did it for endless hours and as adults we can’t seem to get enough of it – sleep. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking sleep should be a low priority, particularly when we see global CEOs bragging about how few… Read More »

The Benefits of Nostalgia

If unpleasant or obsessional, past memories can hurt — but nostalgia is good for you. The benefits of this internal psychological state are touted in various academic studies exploring the art and practice of what could be deemed as “pleasant reminiscing.“ According to experts, personal memories from long ago of family and friends can link… Read More »

What to know about rheumatoid arthritis during pregnancy

Women with rheumatoid arthritis often notice changes in their symptoms during pregnancy. Many women with this condition have fewer symptoms when they are pregnant, but some may experience a flare during this period. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term disease that primarily affects the joints, causing them to swell, stiffen, lose function, and ache. People… Read More »

Need For Blood Pressure Meds Can Be Reduced With Lifestyle Changes (STUDY)

According to a study, the need for high blood pressure meds in hypertensive individuals can be reduced within 16 weeks after making lifestyle changes.[1] Lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise and healthier eating can significantly reduce the amount of patients needing blood pressure-lowering medicine. That’s especially the case in individuals who have systolic blood pressures… Read More »