Empower Your Wellness Journey
Medical Marijuana Shown to Provide Relief to Seniors With Chronic Pain
As the average life expectancy continues to increase, the senior citizen population is predicted to grow substantially. In fact, the U.S. Census Bureau estimates that by 2050, the population of those aged 65 and above will reach 83.7 million — nearly double the estimated population of this demographic in 2012.…
Why Should You Consider Doing Water Aerobics?
Exercise is something everybody needs to stay healthy. But unfortunately, less than 5% of adults get 30 minutes of physical activity every day. Whether it’s due to lack of motivation or health problems, many people don’t work out as nearly as often as they should. Choosing an activity that is…
Care Crisis: The Relationship Between Medical Treatment And Debt
According to the Human Development Index — which categorizes nations based on their life expectancy, education, and gross national income (GNI) — the United States is considered “very highly developed.” Despite our achievements, we are the only nation in that category out of 58 that does not offer universal healthcare…
From Cows To Crops: The Costs Of Agricultural Contamination
Agriculture makes the world go ’round — quite literally, in fact. One in 12 American jobs is in the field of agriculture, justifying the approximately 81,000 agricultural propane customers; whether you’re caring for crops or animals, your work is keeping people in America — and those all across the world…
The Importance of Year-Round Eye Protection
Over 80% of Americans wear sunglasses during the summer, but fewer than a third of them put them on during the winter, according to a survey by the American Optometric Association (AOA). Though sunglasses are great for boosting your style in the warm weather, it’s important to never forget their…
Ergonomically Friendly Offices: Can You Ever Be Truly Comfortable at Work?
Let’s be real: having to work every day can be a real pain in the neck — literally, in some cases. If you’re hunched over your desk staring at a computer screen for eight hours on end, you’ll probably feel physical discomfort just about everywhere. But it doesn’t have to…