We experience stress in many areas of life: family, finances, and work, just to name a few. When we manage stress well, it can motivate us and lead to productivity. When it becomes too much, it can overwhelm us and impact the quality of our lives. Sources
Read how one Pinnacle Health Management participant was able to lose weight, reduce blood pressure, and discontinue her calcium medication. “I had long ago given up on the idea of losing weight and was simply thankful for medication to push calcium into my bones and control my
With summer right around the corner, there’s no better time to think about incorporating some mindfulness techniques into your everyday routine. Practicing mindfulness helps to reduce anxiety, improve focus, and get better sleep. The best part is that these techniques are often simple and quick. Get started with
When COVID-19 emerged in early 2020, many of us suddenly found ourselves working from home. Many will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. It was a necessary step for keeping our families healthy while remaining employed and productive. However, mental health and substance use disorders
The Mediterranean diet is a way of eating based on the traditional cuisines of Greece, Italy, and other countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. It emphasizes eating lots of vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes, seeds, and fish, with the use of olive oil. It allows a moderate number of
Raise Awareness this February It is important for all of us to do our part in raising awareness about heart disease and promoting a healthy and balanced life. Nearly one-third of Americans have high cholesterol, which raises the risk for heart disease. According to the Centers for Disease
On January 10, 2022, the Biden Administration announced that, beginning January 15, individuals with private health insurance coverage or covered by a group health plan who purchase an over-the-counter COVID test authorized, cleared, or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be able to
Many of us have made New Year’s Resolutions in the past, determined to lose weight and get in shape. But many of us have forgotten those same resolutions by February or March. As we enter 2022, let’s make reasonable goals for physical fitness and create a plan
The end of the year and holiday activities are upon us. We look forward to good times with friends and family, as well as many wonderful meals together and the goodies that go with them. It’s a fun time of year and our focus may not be
