Generational Wellness Digest

Taking a step away from traditional dieting, intuitive eating is about tuning into your body's natural hunger and fullness cues. It’s a refreshing approach that promotes a healthier relationship with food, allowing you to make choices based on what your body truly needs rather than restrictive guidelines or rules. This week's featured article uncovers the basics of intuitive eating, offering a beginner’s guide to help you reconnect with your body's signals. Learn how this approach can improve...

Did you know that sleep affects nearly every aspect of your health? From sharpening your mental focus and memory to managing stress, maintaining a healthy weight, and strengthening your immune system, quality sleep is vital for overall well-being. This week's featured article explores the role sleep plays in your mental health, physical health, and performance. Learn about the science behind sleep, tips for improving your sleep habits, and why adopting good sleep hygiene can be a game-changer...

November is National Family Caregivers Month, emphasizing the importance of supporting caregivers who play an important role in healthcare. Family caregivers often face significant health challenges themselves, including higher risks of depression, chronic illness, and reduced quality of life, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities, who are more likely to take on caregiving roles. This week's featured article highlights the need for caregivers to prioritize self-care to ensure their...

November is American Diabetes Month, highlighting diabetes prevention, management, and the racial health disparities that impact outcomes. Black, Hispanic, and Native American populations are diagnosed with diabetes at higher rates than White populations and often face greater barriers to quality care, leading to higher complication and mortality rates. This week's featured article provides an overview of diabetes types, symptoms, and treatment options, emphasizing the importance of early...

October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the risks, symptoms, and prevention of sudden cardiac events. Sudden cardiac arrest can strike without warning, leading to death if not treated immediately, with Black and Hispanic communities facing higher rates of diagnosis and death due to disparities in access to healthcare and emergency response. This week's featured article explains the causes of cataclysmic heart attacks, early warning signs, and...