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Keep your cool: How to have fun this summer and avoid these 5 heat-related illnesses

Wellness

Jul 13, 2023

For many of us, summer means a slower pace, backyard cookouts, pool parties and vacations with friends and family. But too much fun in the sun can be unhealthy, particularly here in Texas where daily temperatures are regularly in the...

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6 steps to creating a morning routine you'll actually stick to

Wellness

Mar 30, 2023

Do you ever feel like you’re rushing out the door in the morning, barely able to grab a cup of coffee before starting your day? Beginning your day with a morning routine can have a profound impact on your physical...

How to actually keep your new year’s resolutions this year

Wellness

Jan 10, 2023

If you’ve ever eagerly started the new year with ambitious new year’s resolutions—only to fall short just a few weeks or months in—you’re not alone. The good news is, it is possible to set goals and achieve them. Whether your ambition...

How to challenge your mind, body and soul this year

Wellness

Jan 1, 2022

Another year wrapped up and in the books—isn’t it crazy how fast time flies? There’s no time like the present to reflect on the past and begin to make important changes for the future. But we’re not talking about those...

4 ways to prepare your family for a natural disaster

Wellness

Sep 30, 2021

We all know the drill: Watch the local weather forecast, listen for the warning sirens and take cover in the safest place we can find—a hallway, an office stairwell, an interior room away from windows.Then we hunker down, ride out...

12 tips to spark more meaningful, authentic conversations

Wellness

Aug 26, 2021

We’ve all experienced conversations that didn’t quite go according to plan. You probably thought things through, approached the conversation with good intentions and phrased things in a way you thought would make sense, so what went wrong?Here’s the thing. Communication...

The do’s and don’ts of fireworks safety

Wellness

Jul 4, 2021

As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, many people are looking forward to the dazzling fireworks displays that celebrate our independence each year. But fireworks can be very dangerous—and fireworks injuries are becoming more common.Back in 2011, there were more...

Flying high but feeling sick? What to know about altitude sickness

Wellness

Jun 30, 2021

When you’re packed on an airplane full of passengers, there are many reasons why you may feel uncomfortable. Maybe you don’t have enough leg room or there’s a crying baby in your row.When you’re soaring thousands of feet in the...

Sustainable living: 3 simple but meaningful changes to make today

Wellness

Apr 15, 2021

When was the last time you truly stopped to think about where your food comes from? How about where your trash goes? Have you ever thought about the process that makes your light turn on when you flip the switch?...

2020 gift guide: Virtual gift ideas for everyone on your Christmas list

Wellness

Nov 25, 2020

Stressed about figuring out what to get everyone on your list this Christmas? Gift giving is hard enough as it is, but in true 2020 fashion, this holiday season is shaping up to be a whole new kind of challenge.  Whether you’re spending the holidays away from family,...

Pandemic habits: The good, the bad, the changeable!

Wellness

Aug 31, 2020

Sudden life changes — like let’s say, for example, a pandemic — can have profound effects on our daily routine. With an upended routine can come changes in behaviors that lead to the formation of habits, both good and not...

5 tips for a healthier workspace

Wellness

Jun 9, 2020

Whether you are working from home, at the office or in a setting with no dedicated office space, your work environment can have a big impact on your well-being and productivity. After all, many of us spend the majority of...

9 self-massage exercises to relieve work-from-home stiffness

Wellness

May 13, 2020

Working from home certainly has its perks but it can also come with a few drawbacks, like poor posture, muscle pain and increased stress. Fortunately, these are all things that a little massage therapy can successfully address. The following self-massage techniques...

Bored? Ways to use your free time for good

Wellness

May 8, 2020

Extra time to spare during the day can lead you to hibernate on the couch and binge watch your favorite shows while eating a gallon of ice cream. Extra time can also inspire you to do everything from organize your...

Working from home? 5 ways to be productive and stay sane

Wellness

Mar 26, 2020

Remote work is becoming the new normal for many people. Whether it’s an occasional work from home day, a job that gives you full freedom to work wherever whenever (or something in between), working from home brings a new set...

19 quick and easy ways to reduce your food and plastic waste

Wellness

Mar 1, 2020

Sustainability, waste-free, compostable straws, environmentally friendly — these are all buzz words floating around the news, gearing the public to fight against the compounding waste building up on our planet. With major industries publicly joining in on the journey like...

Generational wellness: How each generation can thrive

Wellness

Feb 5, 2020

We frequently talk about wellness, but what does it truly mean to live well? According to a Gallup study, well-being is tied to five common elements:Purpose: Enjoying what you do each day and being motivated to achieve your goalsSocial: Maintaining...

Your 12-month guide to total wellness this year

Wellness

Jan 10, 2020

The start of a new year is brimming with new chances, changes, possibilities and opportunities. But before we get swept up in the hustle and bustle, let’s hit pause.Set aside 30 minutes today to get cozy, grab a pen and...

Living your best life — with asthma

Wellness

Jun 18, 2018

If you’re one of the more than 25 million Americans living with asthma, you know firsthand the various challenges it can bring. But asthma does not need to overtake your life.As a physician, I’m here to remind you that there...

Are essential oils dangerous?

Wellness

Mar 29, 2018

Essential oils have become increasingly popular over the last decade, with uses ranging from aromatherapy to cleaning products. But a recent study from the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that compounds in essential oils, such as lavender and tea...