According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, NEPA and all of Pennsylvania is experiencing a change in climate as indicated by a half a degree (F) in temperature, more frequent and heavy rainstorms and the tidal portion of the Delaware River is rising one inch every eight years. Last summer was one of our […]
Not a "Fad," but an Actual Medical Specialty! 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 […]
It will lead to a Healthy Mind, Body, Spirit! Happy Holidays! Despite political divisions and war in the Middle East and Ukraine, it is at this time of year that we celebrate life with great hope and faith. People of many faiths take time to reflect, respect, and resolve. Christians celebrate Christmas, the miraculous birth […]
September is National Yoga Month - A Good Time to Begin! Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit! September is National Yoga Month! It is hard to believe that yoga, which is now a cultural mainstay, was once considered a foreign practice. An ancient discipline that totes numerous health benefits, it is meant to cultivate inner peace, […]
September is National Yoga Month - A Good Time to Begin! Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit! Part I of II September is National Yoga Month! It is hard to believe that yoga, which is now a cultural mainstay, was once considered a foreign practice. An ancient discipline that totes numerous health benefits, yoga is meant […]
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 […]
Part II of II April is National Stress and Anxiety Awareness Month! According to the National Institutes of Health, an estimated 19.1% of U.S. adults 18 and older had an anxiety disorder in the past year. Anxiety disorders were higher for females (23.4%) than for males (14.3%). An estimated 31.1% of U.S. adults experience an […]
Part I of II April is National Stress and Anxiety Awareness Month! According to the National Institutes of Health, an estimated 19.1% of U.S. adults 18 and older had an anxiety disorder in the past year. Anxiety disorders were higher for females (23.4%) than for males (14.3%). An estimated 31.1% of U.S. adults experience an […]
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 […]
