by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS As the year comes to a close, we’re just a few weeks away from the holiday season! And while spending time with friends and family to get in the festive spirit is always a treat, there also comes the stress we all know too …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County Death can happen to anyone at any age. It can be a sudden accident or anticipated over a long period of time due to a critical illness. Coping with grief during the holiday season is especially difficult. There’s a song about the holidays being …

We have officially entered a new era of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (HRT). In a landmark decision that many experts describe as transformative for women’s health, the FDA has removed the black box warning from menopausal HRT, including estrogen. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) called this …

As the calendar turns and a new year begins, millions of people around the world set weight loss goals with renewed determination. Yet, by February, many of these resolutions have already fallen by the wayside. The key to successful weight loss isn’t about dramatic, unsustainable changes, but rather implementing practical, …

While Pilates is widely celebrated for its physical benefits—stronger muscles, better posture, improved flexibility, and injury prevention—it also offers profound mental health advantages that deserve greater recognition. Research and personal testimonials demonstrate that Pilates significantly improves mental well-being by reducing stress, sharpening focus, and fostering emotional resilience in ways that …

As we approach the new year, many of us create resolutions focused on better health. While enthusiasm peaks in January, the secret to lasting wellness isn’t found in quick fixes or temporary lifestyle changes. Instead, it lies in embracing preventive care as a cornerstone of your health strategy. Preventive care …

By Allen T. Stanley, Practitioner Chronic pain and sleep disorders affect millions of people worldwide, often creating a debilitating cycle where pain disrupts sleep, and poor sleep intensifies pain. Keep Young Wellness Center is breaking this cycle with an innovative approach: The Theta Chamber, a cutting-edge neurotechnology that’s transforming how …

The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year.” Yet for many, it’s also one of the most emotionally complicated. For people living with cancer, survivors, or caregivers, the holidays can stir up a deep mix of feelings — joy and gratitude intertwined with fatigue, …

Stress is something we all deal with. And it’s not necessarily a bad thing. The human body contains a natural stress response system that serves a purpose. A brief surge of stress helps us stay alert and react quickly when life throws us a curveball. In small doses, it’s useful. …

Let’s be honest—holiday weight gain is practically a seasonal tradition. Between office parties, pumpkin spice everything, and “just one more cookie,” most of us spend November and December in stretchy pants, promising we’ll get serious after New Year’s. But here’s the truth: waiting until January means starting behind. By then, …