by Carly Smith | Aug 17, 2023 | Restorative Sleep
By: Carly Smith, BS, MPH(c) What is our circadian rhythm? Our circadian rhythm is our internal clock, keeping us on track for many of our day-to-day activities. When we go to sleep and when we wake up the following morning are the most common activities that people...
by Carly Smith | Aug 4, 2023 | Cognitive Enhancement, Movement & Exercise
By: Carly Smith, BS, MPH(c) It is generally understood that exercise is good for our physical bodies, but did you know that exercise can also improve cognitive performance? One such benefit of aerobic exercise specifically is its ability to enhance our memory. There...
by Carly Smith | Jul 27, 2023 | Gratitude & Purpose
By: Carly Smith, BS, MPH(c) When was the last time you laughed? Do you remember the way it made you feel? Many people note that laughter can heal the soul, but what about other aspects of our health? From boosting your mood to enhancing social connectedness, laughter...
by Carly Smith & Stacy Sims | Jul 11, 2023 | Movement & Exercise
By Carly Smith, BS & Stacy Sims, MSc, PhD Perimenopause is the three-to-five years of a woman’s life, leading into menopause, marking many changes in female body composition. Recent research has determined that the loss of lean, quality muscle, and fat gain are...
by Hannah Zoe Chua-Reyes | Jun 26, 2023 | Healthful Nutrition
By: HannahZoe Chua-Reyes, BS Having a diverse microbiome is good for you, but how can we increase diversity in our digestive system through what we eat? A 2021 study from Stanford University suggests that diets high in fiber and fermented foods might be just the...
by Carly Mae Smith | Jun 22, 2023 | Movement & Exercise
By: Carly Mae Smith, BS Recently published in the Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, this randomized crossover study looked at the dose-response behavior in middle-and older-aged adults to prescribed walking during long periods of sitting. The...
