For adults, a BMI of 25 to 29.9 is considered overweight. Currently, over half of all Americans say they want to lose weight, with almost 20% claiming they would like to lose a lot of weight. Losing weight is a problem a lot of Americans face, yet many find it hard to get rid of…
There are a lot of grey areas in life, from determining your relationship status — or whether or not you’ve landed yourself smack dab in the friend zone — to whether telling a “white” lie to boss about why you skipped out early on a Friday afternoon, to healthcare. Yes, healthcare simply isn’t as cut…
Being an adult comes with a number of important, and often difficult responsibilities, some easier to manage their others. Perhaps one of the most difficult responsibilities an adult is tasked with is caring for their aging parents or relatives. For generations, it was a common practice to for adult children to have their parents live…
Back pain is a prominent cause of disability globally, and it is one of the most common reasons individuals visit the doctor or miss work. Back pain can range from aching muscles to shooting, burning, or stabbing pain. Furthermore, discomfort may travel down your leg or intensify when you bend, twist, stand, or walk. You…
Having any kind of insurance is a weight off your back, and that’s why many people try to find employment options that offer healthcare benefits for workers. Getting sick or being in an accident has become one of the biggest expenses in the country, and having a safety net can actually make you happier and…
It seems like everyday there’s a new fad diet displacing the top weight loss programs, be it the pescatarian diet or the paleo diet or what have you. Although such fad diets rarely ever work the way they’re supposed to, they’re still worth paying attention to, as they’re usually based on some form of scientific…
Skin cancer is a serious condition that 1 in 5 Americans will be diagnosed with during their lifetime. Being educated on all forms of skin cancer is incredibly important, because even if you aren’t diagnosed, a friend or family member may be, and knowledge will pay off. Know the symptoms and know what is available…
