June is Brain Health Awareness Month, a dedicated time to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining brain health across the lifespan. Falls are a significant health concern for people of all ages, leading to injuries, loss of independence, and even death. While the risk increases with age, falls can occur at any stage of life. By ...
Living a sedentary lifestyle can have a significant impact on your health. Inactivity is associated with various health risks, such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. The good news is that incorporating movement into your day can help combat these issues. Here are six tips to help you sit less and move more:
What Is a Sauna?
A sauna is a small room or space that produces heat, typically using hot rocks, steam, or infrared heaters. The temperature inside a sauna can range from 150°F to over 200°F. People sit or lie in a sauna to enjoy its therapeutic effects, including sweating and relaxation. Let's dive into the benefits and risks of saunas.
In today's fast-paced world, prioritizing health and well-being is more crucial than ever. Many people are turning to health coaches to guide them on their journey to better health, but deciding if a health coach is the right choice for you requires careful consideration. In this blog post, we will explore the factors you should consider when determining whether a ...
By Duke Health & Well-Being Team
In mind-body techniques, visualization is a powerful tool for achieving personal growth, wellness, and self-transformation. Visualization empowers individuals to tap into their imagination and manifest their desires by harnessing the innate connection between the mind and body. This blog post explores the transformative potential of visualization as a mind-body technique.
Meal preparation is the process of planning and preparing whole meals ahead of schedule. The initial time investment for meal planning and preparation can be daunting, but the benefits outweigh the challenges. Meal prep can help you:
By John F. Evans, MAT, MA, EdD and Karen Jooste, MD, MPH We have created Leading Others in Writing for Health for health care providers, health and wellness coaches, teachers, and other professionals who help people during times of transition, physical illness, and emotional upheaval due to life events. Our intention for participants ...
By John F. Evans, MAT, MA, EdD How are wellness and writing connected? Wellness and writing are connected in ways we are only beginning to understand and utilize. Healthcare professions literature suggests that for many people, wellness and writing can be closely connected; and that writing is useful for obtaining and sustaining emotional, physical, and spiritual health. In fact, since ...
