You might think you know the difference between introverts and extroverts: extroverts are talkative and outgoing while introverts are quiet and private. But, this just scratches the surface of the differences between them. Extroverts tend to look at the outside world, while introverts are able to focus more. Introverts tend to recharge by spending time...

Grapes, grapes, the magical fruit, the more you drink, the more you, well, improve your life and overall health, researchers say! See the list below to find out how your favorite vino can do more than just pair greatly with your dinner. Here are 14 health benefits of wine! 1. Reduces Vascular Risk Research[1] shows that...

With 5.4 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s — and that number is expected to increase significantly in the coming decades — it’s frustrating that there is still no official way to diagnose or predict the disease. But doctors are hoping to find new ways to at least begin identifying some early signs of dementia, so they can...

Varicose veins may seem like a minor cosmetic issue, but they can pose significant health risks. These bulging, twisted veins often appear in the legs, and understanding their causes and treatments can help prevent complications and maintain vascular health. What Are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins occur when veins become enlarged and twisted due to improper...

Beets are one of those polarizing vegetables that you either love or you hate. For some they’re like “earth candy”, and add a beautiful pop of color to a dish; others claim that they would rather eat dirt (“after all, it would taste the same!”). Whether you enjoy eating them or not, chances are you’ve...

Twenty years ago, people didn’t have cells phones. Very few had computers in their homes, and if they did, they either didn’t have internet or they used dial-up, which they couldn’t use if someone needed the phone (which, by the way, was attached to the wall). Hand-held devices weren’t an option for most people, and...

Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. is living with some form of mental illness. For these people, just getting out of bed can be the hardest thing to do. Then comes the basic tasks like brushing your teeth and changing your clothes to look presentable to the outside world…all the while, you are...

Our bodies have hundreds of small, often subtle ways to send us messages about our health. Things like the color of our skin, how much our hair falls out, how quickly wounds heal, and acne can all signal nutrient status, the state of our microbiome, potential food intolerances, and even serious diseases such as diabetes...

For centuries, dance has been a form of expression, celebration, part of rituals, and a way to literally shake the stress of the day away. Whether you took dance lessons growing up or you have two left feet, there’s no denying that letting loose and dancing the night away feels good.  Dance is a beautiful form...

Do you agree that the people in your life should be ones who lift you up instead of tear you down? Every once in a while it’s healthy to do a little friend-ventory to remove the negative influences in your life and replace them with positive ones. If you’re going through a long list of...

Sydney Towle, a vibrant Californian, was thrown into an unexpected battle with an aggressive form of cancer at the tender age of 23. Her journey began in early August when doctors stumbled upon a concerning revelation. A sizable mass lurking in her stomach, growing unchecked for four months. The signs were there, subtle yet insistent....

Dementia symptoms manifest in different ways. While memory loss and having difficulty with routine tasks are the commonly recognized symptoms, there’s a much subtler indicator that has often gone overlooked – daytime napping. According to Dr. Rayaz Malik, a professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, frequent daytime napping could be a behavior associated with dementia.1 This...