Both the World Health Organization and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that breastfeeding occur for at least the first 2 years of life. For the first, 6 months of life exclusive breastfeeding is recommended prior to the introduction of solid foods. Unfortunately, a lot of women cease their breastfeeding journey prior to the 6 month …
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Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition that affects many men worldwide. While it can be caused by various factors, including psychological and lifestyle issues, there is a significant association between ED and chronic health conditions. Unfortunately, many men are unaware that these health conditions can be a contributing factor for ED. Because of this …
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Do you know your blood pressure and what it says about your current health? Blood pressure is something that should be routinely taken, but many people only have their blood pressure checked during their annual doctor’s visit. It is important to recognize the importance of knowing your normal blood pressure, and how this can impact …
We’ve known for years that loud noises can result in hearing loss, and over the past decade more research has been emerging on how loud noises are influencing the function of our vestibular system. The vestibular system is located the inner ear and it is an integrative component of our complex balance systems. It provides …
We are excited to have Deshelle Burrowes share information on body image during out next free community workshop. DeShelle Burrowes, LPC, NCC, CLC, CMIP is a Sex Therapy Trauma Trained Psychotherapist who specializes in curating safe spaces for Women of Color to process, be heard and heal through life’s challenges. She is the owner of …
It is the time of year where people are still focused on their new year’s resolutions and one of the most common resolutions is related to exercise. This is the time of year where people begin to focus on weight loss and improving their overall health and getting their body summertime fine. It is also …
We are fully emersed in the holiday season and you may already be thinking about your New Year’s resolutions! Did you know that more than 25% of Americans post fitness related goals on social media? Unfortunately, many people begin their workouts at a level in which they are not ready and end up with injuries …
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Low Back Pain While Running? You should probably check your hips. Are you a runner and trying to work on improving your time with your runs or even increasing your distance, but you are noticing some low back pain? There are various reasons that can lead to this, and one that I have noticed is …
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November is Bladder Health Awareness Month. Check out these tips and information to help improve your own bladder health by learning about urinary tract infections (UTI). To make your reading a little shorter, we’ll break it up into two broad categories for females and males. If you are feeling adventurous, feel free to read through …
The weather is changing, temperatures are becoming cooler, and the daylight is not lasting as long. It is the time of year that a lot of workout routines start to suffer as a result. For those who continue with their workouts, they either layer up their clothing or they move to indoor workouts. There are …