Wellness

Have you been feeling super lightheaded or exhausted every time you stand up? Maybe you’ve even Googled, “Do I have POTS?” Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) can be tough to figure out because its symptoms, like fatigue and dizziness, overlap with other conditions, especially iron deficiency and anemia. The relationship between POTS and iron-related issues …

POTS vs. Anemia: Untangling the Mystery of Shared Symptoms Read More »

If your child has ADHD and gets easily distracted, you’ve probably seen them lose focus halfway through a sentence or forget what they were doing five seconds ago. Things like homework, brushing teeth, or just getting out the door can turn into daily battles. It’s not laziness, it’s how their brain works. Kids with ADHD …

Say Goodbye to ADHD Distractions: 12 Practical Focus Tips Read More »

Work-from-home burnout is no joke. If you’ve been feeling like your brain’s fried by lunchtime, you’re not imagining it. According to a 2022 McKinsey report, over 49% of remote workers reported feeling at least somewhat burned out, and that number keeps climbing. The thing is, working from home isn’t the problem. The way we do …

15 Ways to End Work-from-Home Burnout and Boost Your Well-Being Read More »

Tinnitus can feel like that annoying song stuck in your head, except instead of music, it’s a high-pitched ringing, buzzing, or humming in your ears that just won’t stop. Whether it’s mild or downright distracting, it can seriously mess with your focus, mood, and even your sleep. According to the American Tinnitus Association, roughly 50 …

Can Acupuncture Ease Your Tinnitus? Relief for Ringing Ears Read More »

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, might sound like something far removed from most of our lives, but it’s a serious disease that affects about 30,000 of people in the U.S. alone. It’s also called Lou Gehrig’s disease, and it impacts the nerves in your brain and spinal cord that control muscle movements. Over time, this …

Practical Ways to Lower Your ALS Risk and Boost Health Read More »

Acid reflux, also known as heartburn, is something most of us have experienced at least once. It’s that burning, uncomfortable feeling in your chest when stomach acid flows back into your esophagus. While it’s unpleasant any time of day, nighttime acid reflux can feel especially scary. Waking up choking or feeling like you can’t breathe …

Can Acid Reflux in Your Sleep Be Dangerous? What You Should Know Read More »

Anger is something we’ve all felt at one time or another. While it’s completely natural, it can sometimes feel overwhelming, leading to lashing out, stewing in frustration, or even saying things we regret. If that sounds like you, know that you’re not alone. Studies show that about 7.8% of adults in the U.S. struggle with …

Take Control of Anger: Simple CBT Tips That Actually Work Read More »

You wake up with a stabbing pain in your belly, specifically on the lower right side. You Google the symptoms (we’ve all done it), and appendicitis is the first thing that pops up. Then, you rush to the ER, only to find out it’s not appendicitis after all. But if it’s not, then what could …

Could It Be More Than Appendicitis? Spotting Other Causes of Belly Pain Read More »