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Why “Diets” Don’t Work Losing or maintaining a healthy weight is very common goal. So much so, that new “diets” are created all the time to help people achieve this goal. If you search for the best diet, you will have a variety of options pop up, including Keto, Low Carb, Low Fat, Paleo, Whole […]

Do Wellness Incentives Work? With health care costs continuing to rise, more and more organizations are incorporating wellness programs to help keep their employees healthy. However, the success of a wellness program depends greatly on participation, and participation rates can be difficult to maintain. As cited by The Benefits Guide, the Anthem’s Trends in Health Benefits

18th Annual National Women’s Health & Fitness Day Tomorrow, September 25, is the 18th Annual National Women’s Health and Fitness Day! This event is the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for women of all ages. Along with the  participation of local organizations throughout the United States, this day focuses national attention on the importance

A Positive Attitude When you are feeling stressed and overworked, either at home or in your personal life, it can be easy to sink into the vicious cycle of negativity. The more negative thoughts you have, though, the more stressed you will feel. While it may not be easy, committing to a positive attitude is

Tips for New Leaders Whether you’ve just accepted a new leadership position or have been promoted to a leadership role, it can be overwhelming and stressful. You might think you have to hit the ground running and make a range of quick improvements and changes to prove you are fit to be a leader, but

Working Remotely In 2018, the International Workplace Group (IWG), found that 70% of professionals work remotely at least one day a week and 53% work remotely for at least half of the week. This is a trend that is only expected to grow in popularity. However, the most difficult part about working remotely, is creating a healthy,

Chronic Disease According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a chronic disease is a condition that lasts one year or more and requires ongoing medical attention or limits activities of daily living or both. The CDC reports that 90% of the nation’s annual 3.3 trillion in healthcare expenditures is spent on people with

Back-to-School It’s back-to-school time again! While this time of year is full of fun and excitement, it can also be full of germs. As parents, you may be concerned about just how soon your child will come home with a sore throat or a stomach bug. To make sure your child stays as healthy as

The State of the Remote Workforce Working remotely, or telecommuting, is not a trend that will soon pass, it is here to stay. The number of remote working professionals increases each and every year. In 2018, the International Workplace Group (IWG), found that 70% of professionals work remotely at least one day a week and 53% work