Guest Author: Gretchen Welby, PharmD, MHA Gretchen graduated from Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, The University of Scranton, and received a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Temple University. Gretchen has been teaching for over 25 years at Rutgers University, Keystone College, Lackawanna College, The University of Scranton, and Marywood University. She has earned […]
It is no surprise that the most common New Year Resolution is to be healthier…eat less, exercise more, etc. However, health is multidimensional! To be truly healthy, one must have a healthy mind, body and spirit! It is well documented and established that exercise and diet contribute to your physical health, and mentally, the brain […]
The “First Thanksgiving” was in 1621 between the Pilgrims of Plymouth Colony and the Wampanoag tribe in present day Massachusetts to celebrate the harvest and other blessings of the previous year. In 1789, President George Washington, at the request of Congress, proclaimed Thursday, November 26, as a day of national thanksgiving. In 1863, Abraham Lincoln […]
The number one health and wellness goal shared by most patients is …to lose weight! Today, this column will offer some sage and practical advice on satisfying hunger with healthy snacks and to help avoid unhealthy carbs. You have probably noticed a lot of attention being paid to sugar lately. In fact, some people have […]
NEPA has experienced more than its share of bitter cold temperatures this winter. And, as much as I enjoy skiing, ice skating and snowshoeing, I have noticed a few achy joints when the mercury plummets! Osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis, is often considered to be a normal part of aging. Usually by the […]
Many Health Benefits of Love and Valentine's! This year, Valentine’s Day is Valentine’s Weekend! And, while you may wonder what that has to do with health and wellness, you might be surprised to learn that love can be good for your health! Studies show that it is in our DNA to seek out good relationships […]
Part II of II Last week’s column was dedicated to Rosie Malloy as we discussed the importance of laughter for health and wellness. In this column, I will discuss one of the most understated benefits of exercise – mental health! Specifically, aerobic exercise (exercise that increases your heart rate for 30 minutes or more) such […]
This column is dedicated to the family and friends of Rosemay “Rosie” Malloy and her wonderful disposition and laughter. Losing Rosie this past fall has left a painful void for those among us who were fortunate to know her and call her friend. Moreover, Rosie was an inspiration and role model for all who were […]
Weeks into the New Year…Are You Holding on to Your Resolutions?! I am sure that many of you feel as I do…it is hard to believe that I am living in the year 2025! Moreover, I hope you share my sentiments that each year, despite the trials and challenges of each month, week, day, and […]
GET A “RUNNER’S HIGH” ON LIFE! HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR 2025! The number one New Year’s Resolution in the United States is to lose weight. A close second is to gain control over one’s life. One of the best ways to lose weight is thought diet and exercise. It can also be a very […]
