How does deep sleep affect your brain?
Having trouble thinking creatively? Not able to focus on tasks that need to get done? Poor sleep could potentially be to blame. It turns out sleep deprivation can do a number on your brain—and not […]
These are the best & worst states for access to cancer care
ValuePenguin created a Care Score to analyze the top states for cancer care, considering the potential cost of treatment, access to care and death rates. Minnesota scored the highest, while three states — Wisconsin, Georgia […]
Should you really be working in bed?
Even though a new year has started, life is still anything but “normal.” As Covid-19 continues to rage on around the world, many of us are still working from home to protect ourselves. With all […]
The only 5 exercises you need to stay fit
There is a quote from author Ijeoma Umebinyuo that goes “Start now. Start where you are. Start with fear. Start with pain. Start with doubt. Start with hands shaking. Start with voice trembling but start. Start and […]
20 immune boosting foods that can protect your teeth
Staying healthy, especially in winter months, means doing everything you can to keep your immune system functioning optimally. What you eat can significantly impact how your immune system operates. And while your immune system doesn’t necessarily keep […]
Here’s how to save money on prescription glasses
According to the Vision Council of America, an estimated 75% of the worldwide adult population wear glasses or contact lenses to correct their vision. If you’re one of these people, you don’t have to spend […]
28 surefire tricks to make you smarter
In 2006, world-renowned Stanford University psychologist Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D., published her top-selling book “Mindset.” The breakthrough book with a one-word title detailed how successful people think about their mindset compared to their unsuccessful peers. Dweck’s significant […]
How to handle change at work without stressing out
But being ready to roll with change has also become a business-critical skill. Here are five easier-than-you-think strategies to help you embrace the unknown. While each person’s experience in 2020 has been unique, I bet […]
Is mouthwash good for your teeth?
Sure mouthwash can leave your mouth feeling fresh and clean and some can even whiten your teeth, but are there any actual health benefits to using it regularly? Let’s take a look at the effect […]
12 simple ways to take care of yourself
In the world of personal finance, it’s easy to get caught up with conversations about debt and money, bills and spreadsheets, side hustles and income. We often forget how incredibly important it is to take […]
How to keep this common health problem from ruining your sleep
More than 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month. I’m one of them. In fact, I was found to have gastroesophageal reflux disorder—aka GERD, more commonly known as acid reflux—back in college because […]
10 ways to save money at pharmacies
You might think that because you’re paying for something that the doctor ordered, you have no other options. In some cases, the price is the price, but you do have options a lot of the […]
A gentle approach for getting back in shape
Whether you want to get back in shape or you’re focused on getting in shape for the very first time, fitness begins with starting where you are and then setting reasonable goals you’ll truly enjoy […]
Want a better immune system? Get better sleep
Taking vitamin C isn’t the only way to boost your immune system. Getting a good night’s sleep will also go a long way toward defending against illness. That’s especially important right now. Not only are we still […]
What kind of dentures are right for you?
If you have had to have teeth removed — either some, or all of them — your dentist will recommend that you replace those teeth with an appliance that closely replicates the look and function […]
8 herbs that can improve your sleep
Herbs have been used as medicine for thousands of years, and quite a few are well known for their sleep-promoting benefits. They may even have a few advantages over pharmaceutical sleep aids. “Unlike prescription medications, […]
3 ways to pay for your kid’s braces
Many people contemplate the cost of raising children long before they have them. There are daycare and preschool fees to consider, a possible increase in rent or mortgage payments if a family needs more space […]
Can you really crowdfund your medical bills?
When it launched in 2010, the Affordable Care Act was designed to ensure all Americans could afford health care. Yet even though the law provided more people with health insurance, it didn’t remove all of the out-of-pocket […]
How to keep work worries from ruining your sleep
The Sunday dreads, Sunday night blues, Sunday depression: These are all terms for the anxiety and stress many of us experience as Monday obligations loom over the precious few hours left in the weekend. A Sleep Judge […]
Average cost of medical school
Did you declare you’d be a doctor someday back when you were just a little kid? Perhaps your parents bought you one of those toy medical bags, with a plastic stethoscope and tiny bottles for […]
The perfect chicken soup to make if you’re sick
Cold fall weather always leads to the inevitable coughs and colds. That’s why, once the leaves begin to turn, a big batch of chicken soup hits my stove — it warms you up and is […]
19 ways to improve your life right now
It’s hard, and it’s painful, and it’s every day. But it doesn’t have to be hard all the time. You can change your life starting today by setting goals and implementing small changes that add […]
Here’s how the pandemic is hitting minorities disproportionately
The coronavirus pandemic has caused financial hardship for many, but it’s disproportionately affecting people of color, a September 2020 LendingTree survey of more than 2,000 Americans found. Asian, Black and Hispanic Americans are more likely […]
The pandemic has worsened nearly everyone’s mental health. Here’s how
Essential workers have been exposed to war-like conditions; the rise of remote work has led to isolation and loneliness; and feelings of depression and hopelessness have been reported at significantly higher rates. If there is a silver […]
Can medical bills affect your credit report?
Medical costs can sneak up on you. They’re often confusing and even frustrating. Billing statements may be hard to read. So can an insurer’s explanation of benefits (EOB). Sometimes there’s a coding error or the […]
Here’s how cannabis affects your sleep
Cannabis use is becoming mainstream throughout more and more of the country. In fact, it’s currently legal for medical use in 33 states and recreational use in 11 states. It makes sense then that many […]
Experiencing racism can affect your sleep. Here’s why
Life is exhausting. Whether you’re raising children, working a physically or mentally taxing job, or constantly monitoring the news cycle, climbing into bed at night is the only time many of us get to relax […]
How to keep election stress from ruining your sleep
With the election just a few weeks away, politics is taking over more than just our conversations, news feeds, and social media posts—it’s taking over our sleep too. According to a recent “Stress In America” […]
Soul-crushing workouts won’t get you fit. This will
When you exercise, over time it creates a whole bunch of biological reactions that allow your body to become strong, fast, mobile, coordinated and efficient. Different exercise types and factors create different adaptations, and individuals […]
These apps will pay you to take a walk
As much as it pains us to admit this, American’s are becoming a population of sedentary people. The word sedentary itself brings a negative connotation, and for a good reason. For bodies that are capable […]