Children with autism can feel anxious, just like children who are developing more typically can, but those with autism may need extra help in calming down. When a child with autism experiences anxiety, the experience can be quite intense, and can unexpectedly take place during routine activities, including riding in the car or simply leaving … Read more
If you have one or more chronic illnesses, you may be getting medical help for your physical symptoms, but what about the emotional toll it takes on you? Maybe the illness you have means you must carefully monitor what you eat, and maybe you don’t know how you’ll feel from day to day—and so you … Read more
Crohn’s is known to skip generations and our family is no exception. My dad got his diagnosis when he was only 26 and had his ileostomy before I was born. It was years after our son was dealing with this often silent illness that we learned my oldest brother’s daughter and my youngest brother’s son … Read more
If you’re wondering “Why are Millennials stressed?”, we’ll do a deep dive here into unique challenges faced by this generation and their mental wellness crisis. Although stress itself is not unique to this group of young adults, or to any other group of people, it is true that each generation faces stressors that can hurt … Read more
You might wonder, “What does vigorous mean?” and we suggest that it comes with three interlocking tiers, and we’ll share ways to boost your own vigor & vitality. It can be tempting, when pursuing vigor and well-being, to focus on your symptoms. If your physical energy is low, for example, then you think that getting … Read more
Fortunately, living with Crohn’s disease typically does not mean you can’t travel. It usually means that, instead, you need to plan ahead a bit differently. According to a survey in Frontline Gastroenterology, 62 percent of people with Crohn’s disease or other form of inflammatory bowel disease said their travel was affected by their condition. Although … Read more
GMO definition: a genetically modified organism (GMO), which can be a plant, animal, or other organism with a genetic makeup that was modified in a laboratory That GMO definition, of course, barely touches the surface of a complex subject, and it may even cause you to ask more questions about what GMO really is, and … Read more
As more states are legalizing medical marijuana, people are talking more about pros and cons. We’d like to think we’re offering a different slant to consider. If you ask three of your closest friends what they think of medical marijuana, you’ll likely get at least six different answers. Because the concept of medical marijuana is … Read more
What Is Gout Gout is a form of arthritis based on inflammation that develops in some people who have high levels of uric acid in their blood. The uric acid forms needle-like crystals in a joint that causes sudden swelling, tenderness, warmth, and pain. There are four stages of gout: Asymptomatic Hyperuricemia When you first … Read more
Discover benefits of managing blood sugar levels, including to kickstart metabolism to burn more fat, and be at your peak, physically, emotionally and mentally. In our opinion, people don’t talk enough about blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, and how its successful management plays a key role in overall good health. After all, this … Read more