Are you having a hard time finding your way back into back-to-school mode? You’re not alone. Here are some tips to helping make these next few months more bearable for you and the kids. It Starts in the Home Feeling the craziness of the kids back at school? It may be because of the disorganization going on at home. The key to success (and less stress) is organization. Begin with de-cluttering. Read on →

Even though flu season doesn’t peak until around November, it’s not too early to receive a flu shot. Mark your calendars to come see us and receive a flu vaccine—and be sure to bring your family! Why a Flu Shot? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of people living in the United States are sickened, hundreds of thousands are hospitalized, and thousands or tens of thousands of people die from flu every year. Read on →

When you spend quality time with your family, what activity does that involve? Eating a meal? Watching a movie? Playing a video game? While it’s important to make time for family, it’s also vital to create time for health—so why not put the two together for a winning combination? Involve Your Health in Family Time Fitness is ageless. Whether you are 5-years-old or 85 years of age, health is crucial in helping to prevent diseases and other serious medical conditions. Read on →

Have you ever had one of those days where you are sitting on the couch, watching a movie, and before you know it, a bag of chips is empty. This is not because you were hungry, but because you had nothing else to do with your time. Then, the guilt sets in, and the calories start adding up. What do you do? Snack for Better Health While grabbing a snack or two throughout the day is not necessarily bad for your health (In fact, a snack can help keep your metabolism up throughout the day. Read on →

It is July! Why are we still sneezing and coughing and puffy eyed? Because the seasonal allergies keep sticking around all summer long! Quit letting them ruin your summer break with these tips! Overcome the Pollen Enemy Sadly, our allergies get to the point where they keep us from wanting to even step outside on the warm, sunny days. But why should we let them ruin our summer, especially when it is already half-way over? Read on →

We have all been guilty of losing focus before, especially during the summer months. While we are stuck indoors at a desk during most of the day, we can find ourselves sometimes drifting off at the thought of sitting on the beach, reading a good book, and hearing the waves in the background. However, our lack of concentration can also be worsened when we are sick, such as with seasonal allergies. Read on →