UVB rays from the sun help the body produce vitamin D, so in the winter months when there is less light, our bodies cannot naturally produce as much vitamin D. That’s why it’s important to take steps to increase your vitamin D levels during the winter months in particular. What is a vitamin D deficiency?… Read More

The importance of expressing gratitude has been known to help with a multitude of things in your life. Everything from your physical health, quality of sleep and even your mental health can be positively impacted by the practice of expressing gratitude. And while there are small ways of expressing gratitude, like keeping a gratitude journal,… Read More

Gratitude is a rather simple concept; however, it can have a real impact on your mental health and overall outlook on life. As we enter the holiday season, gratitude becomes a bigger topic of conversation but it’s a great practice to try and implement in your daily life year-round.  Benefits of Expressing Gratitude Ways to… Read More

Protect Yourself: 5 Risk Factors that Increase the Severity of the Flu The flu is a serious illness causing hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations each year and resulting in tens of thousands of deaths. While there is a continued focus on the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to protect yourself against seasonal influenza as well. There… Read More

No matter your age, mental health and general wellness can be affected by numerous external factors. During a period of crisis, like the one the world is experiencing at the moment with the coronavirus pandemic, can be a particularly trying and triggering time. One group of particular concern are older adults, who may be impacted… Read More

Staying connected and feeling socially engaged becomes more important as we grow older, and not just for mental health reasons. Isolation can be a serious health risk for older adults. Studies show that people who don’t maintain social connections with their family and friends may experience greater numbers of chronic health problems, such as heart… Read More