Wellness
13 Things Doctors Never Do When It’s Hot Outside — And Why You Shouldn’t Either Summers have been getting hotter across much of the U.S., and heatwaves are becoming more frequent — and more dangerous. In fact, 2023 saw the highest number of heat-related deaths in U.S. history. As we brace for another summer of […]
What To Do When the Heat Index Is High When the heat index climbs, it’s not just uncomfortable—it’s dangerous. A high heat index is typically considered anything over 90°F, but it becomes dangerous once it climbs above 103°F. Here’s a quick breakdown: The heat index combines air temperature and humidity to reflect how hot it […]
20 New Year Resolutions To Use In 2025 Each year, as the calendar resets, millions of individuals take the opportunity to reflect on their lives and set goals for the months ahead. For some, this involves crafting a list of resolutions aimed at self-improvement. For others, it takes the shape of adopting a single, meaningful […]
Top 100 Word Of The Year Ideas For 2025 Every year, people all over take part in a simple yet powerful tradition—choosing a single word to define and guide their year. Unlike a resolution, which often focuses on specific goals or to-dos, this practice is more about setting an intention. The chosen word reflects the […]
The holiday season is here, and if you haven't added a Friendsgiving to your holiday chore list, then maybe it's time you reconsider.
A new study suggests that light exposure can impact how long we live, with participants who experienced bright nights having a higher risk of premature death. Conversely, those exposed to bright days had a lower mortality risk. The study emphasizes the importance of light in regulating circadian rhythms and overall health. Experts recommend spending time […]
Why Do We Feel Anxious on Election Day? At its core, anxiety often arises when we face uncertainty, especially when we feel we don’t have control over the situation. In the case of elections, you might have supported your candidate, volunteered your time, donated money, or perhaps cast your vote — all of which are […]
Amid calls from political figures like Donald Trump and RFK Jr. to ‘Make America Healthy Again,’ Indiana faces a growing obesity crisis. Obesity is a growing concern across the entire country, and Indiana is no exception. Data was recently analyzed from America’s Health Rankings. According to the study, obesity is more common in women than […]
What does stress smell like? Probably not good, but your dog knows. A recent study from the UK suggests that dogs can detect human stress through smell. Researchers found that dogs reacted differently when exposed to the scent of stressed individuals compared to relaxed ones. The study highlights the importance of maintaining a positive and […]
You may have that friend that seems never to get unnerved or freaked out; meanwhile you’re afraid to go into the basement after watching a scary movie. A new study dove into why individuals react differently to unsettling situations. Recent theories suggest that creepiness is linked to uncertainty and the fear of potential threats. A […]
Here we are halfway through 2024 and how are you doing on your New Year’s resolutions? Can you even remember them much less have you kept them? Truth be told, most people struggle to make the changes they vowed to make at the beginning of the year. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t value in […]
What people over 80 say they regret worrying about when they were younger… Top two answers: They wish they didn’t care what people thought about them as much. I have gotten so much better at that in recent years. I care about what my spouse, my boss, and my audience thinks of me… and not […]