Motherhood. It’s exhausting, time-consuming, inspiring and purpose-giving. It makes you question everything, while also giving you the feeling that you know it all. Even though it’s a beautiful journey that both mom and dad go through, it’s proven that motherhood can drain mom’s resources while making her susceptible to mental, emotional and physical health challenges….
Here’s something to wrap your mind around: When you exercise, you’re not only supporting the overall health of your body. Getting in a quick workout also supports your brain, which is the most important organ you use and an arguably separate entity from your body (it’s your command center!). Having a healthy brain is the first step to being happier, more productive, and more optimistic about life. Beside the occasional crossword puzzle, what activities can improve your decision making, help you solve problems, interact successfully with others and enjoy — or keep —an emotionally stable…
Over the summer, many of us have been safely enjoying a more “normal” way of life — visiting with family and friends, traveling and catching up on all we missed last year. But as health officials continue to study new variants of the virus that causes COVID-19, we’re turning our attention to the delta variant…
Dr. Vincent Hsu, epidemiologist and AdventHealth’s infection control officer, and Dr. Michael Cacciatore, chief medical officer for AdventHealth Medical Group, discussed the latest developments with COVID-19 during this week’s AdventHealth Morning Briefing. The data does not show that the cases will decelerate anytime soon because the Delta variant is a driver of the spread of…
Although we put a lot of emphasize on the health of our hearts, our brains are arguably the most important organ in our bodies. Studies show that factors like depression, social isolation, alcohol use, sleep disorders, insufficient education, and hearing loss all affect a healthy mind, which affects how we breathe, make choices, and so forth. Exercising regularly, getting plenty of sleep, maintaining healthy eating habits, and staying…
Proper nutrition is about more than avoiding unhealthy food. A diet packed with your most important nutrients is the best way to help your brain and body perform at its full potential. But ensuring that you consume enough vitamins and minerals from the best sources — and not too much — is one often-overlooked area…
The sun is out and the pool is the ideal spot to cool off. Whether you are new to aquatic exercises or an experienced athlete, summer is an excellent time not only unwind, but focus on your personal fitness goals. In honor of Summer Fun under the Sun Month at the Center for Health &…
Spending time outdoors is good for your health. Whether you’re heading out on the water, hiking up a local trail, or spending time with the family in the backyard, you’ll want to protect yourself and your family from bites and stings. In honor of Summer Fun under the Sun Month at the Center for Health…
Wellbeing is a modern word with ancient roots and can feel like it’s an all-or-nothing pursuit — like if you don’t have time to do it all perfectly, you might as well not bother with anything at all. But even small, simple changes — that extend beyond Physical Wellbeing — can drastically improve your overall…
Fatherhood changes everything. It’s exciting, difficult, and fun. In honor of the month when we celebrate fathers and father figures everywhere, we sat down with representatives from each service at the Center for Health & Wellbeing (CHWB) to learn about their experiences on fatherhood and hear what it means to them. These fathers also share their health tips on how you, too, can focus on your wellbeing. During this series,…
You’ve heard the phrase “healthy starts at home,” and while entirely accurate, a more apt expression on the source of health is “healthy starts at home and in our communities.” That’s why this June at the Center for Health & Wellbeing we’re focusing on just that – healthy homes and communities. Because how we treat…
The Beatles said it best: We get by with a little help from our friends…and that is certainly true when it comes to how we approach exercise. Having a workout buddy can keep you accountable. After all, getting to the gym or staying motivated to work out is, at times, more strenuous than the actual…
Fatherhood changes everything. It’s exciting, difficult and fun. In honor of the month when we celebrate fathers and father figures everywhere, we sat down with representatives from each service at the Center for Health & Wellbeing (CHWB) to learn more about their experiences with fatherhood and what it means to them. These fathers also share…
