Many times, it is difficult for us to understand that we are stressed. We are aware of the usual things that cause stress: work deadlines, weight loss struggles, teens, lack of sleep and so on.But we’re living in unusual times: we have to stay indoors for the safety of others and our own health. Though
Sponsored by Detroit Country Day School Mindfulness is a concept that is increasingly understood to be enormously beneficial for physical and mental wellbeing. Mindfulness is a state where you become fully present, focused, relaxed and aware of your thoughts, activities and surroundings. It’s a kind of conscious serenity that helps us avoid being distracted, stressed
The effectiveness of our immune system is largely determined by germs that we are exposed to over a lifetime. Genetics, stress, sleep, diet and exercise all play a role in the strength of our immune system. Intermittent bouts of inflammation are our body’s way to protect our health by fighting with the germs (invaders). When
On Tuesday, the state of Michigan announced that two patients have been confirmed to have the coronavirus aka COVID-19. Thursday night, the state announced the number of confirmed cases had jumped to 12. Don’t panic. Remember most importantly, this is a virus. There are no antibiotics or vaccinations to treat this. Some antivirals are being
Walking down the aisle of my local grocery store, I noticed that they were out of paper towels, masks, and antibacterial wipes. Just like with H1N1, SARS and MERS, the panic has started. Is there really a reason to be frightened here in the U.S. or is this all hype? Here’s the real talk. Coronavirus
Dr. Hassan Nemeh, surgical director of thoracic organ transplant at Henry Ford Hospital, found himself in a surprising position last fall. A specialist in lung transplants related to chronic illnesses, Nemeh frequently sees patients with cystic fibrosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a condition developed in regular cigarette smokers. But this patient’s need for
February, the shortest of the months, is designated as the month of love. (It’s also American Heart Health Awareness Month, National Chocolate Lovers Month and National Bird Feeding Month in the U.S.) Amid freezing temperatures, cold winds and bitter windchill factors, it can be difficult to remember to balance fitness, food and fun. Here are
Health should be more than the absence of diseases; it should be presence of strength, vitality, mindful living, happiness and peace. At a minimum, consider eating healthy, exercising regularly and sleeping soundly. It’s the perfect way to begin the new year. A sure way to good health is via healthy eating. Eat mindfully by choosing
Until recently, I think it’s safe to say conversations surrounding mental health and wellness have been few and far between in a vast majority of Indian and Indian-American households. For this reason, the immediate picture many generations of Indians have long held in mind when imagining someone “mentally unwell” might include alarmist and harmful fears
You might know sugar by its many other names: words ending with “ose” (sucrose, maltose, dextrose), high-fructose corn syrup, molasses, cane sugar, corn sweeteners, raw sugar, syrup, honey, agave, fruit juice concentrates. But simply put, sugar is a carbohydrate and needs to be addressed as such during its consumption. Most foods have natural sugars in