Think Healthier: because you need to!

When was the last time you were so angry that you felt like you wanted to scream?  Anger is a frustrating emotion that can wreak havoc. Not only is it stressful, but it also can mask our ability to see a situation with clarity. As a result, we may shut down or snap, depending on…

Does your child lack basic social timing, demonstrating difficulties when it comes to picking up on common social cues? Is he or she often fixated on just one thing and engages in repetitive behaviors over and over? And does he or she seem to talk in a robotic tone?  Your child may have Asperger syndrome.…

It’s no secret that kids love dogs. But they also don’t know what dogs are capable of, which can put a trusting child in a very dangerous situation. Sure, your neighbor’s dog might be cute. However, that adorable dog may have aggressive tendencies. All it takes is one bite to the face to create a…

We try to hide it with antiperspirants and dark clothes. But we all do it — some more than others. The question is: why do we sweat, and what does sweat say about our health? Sweating is a natural process that is just what our body needs to cool off. And according to the Cleveland…

LASIK eye surgery — everyone seems to be doing it. But should you? We all have at least one friend or family member who has ditched contacts and glasses for a popular solution to poor eyesight: LASIK eye surgery. This laser procedure corrects poor vision by reshaping the cornea. And in many cases, the results…

Are you planning an overseas getaway?  If so, you’re probably researching travel insurance options. After all, you want to protect both your health and your investment. But let’s be honest — you’re probably experiencing information overload, too. That’s because sorting through the many travel insurance options on the market can feel like you’re looking for…

In the face of being diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, many experience emotions like fear, panic, despair and disbelief. And rightfully so. The uncertainty of a life-threatening illness brings about thoughts and emotions that can feel unbearable. You may try and try to run from reality, only to find that you can’t. That in itself…

Are you looking for ways to make your life healthier? If so, you’ve got to know what’s toxic.  One of the best ways to stay healthy is to limit exposure to toxic substances. This means taking the time to research when and how you come into contact with toxic substances. Then you’ve got to make…

Are frustrating varicose veins making you want to skip swimsuit season?  Varicose veins are a reality for many Americans. In fact, the Chicago Vein Institute reports that more than 40 million of us are affected by this issue. And half of the 50-plus population has varicose veins. Women are affected more often than men, with…

Americans are used to having crystal-clear tap water, naturally assuming that the water is clean.  But what happens when your tap water is anything BUT clean? Such is the story of Flint, Mich. The country has watched the town of Flint struggle for a basic right that most of us take for granted — safe…