These past few weeks in Mississippi have been hot. Really hot. The summer heat is brutal, especially in the South, which means you have to stay hydrated. While you might think dehydration happens less than assumed, it’s actually much easier than you would think. A...
Summer is the time of cookouts. All of your family and friends gather to share in company, laughter and, of course, food. More often than not, those foods aren’t exactly the healthy kind. From creamy potato and pasta salads to pie, summer cookouts might be...
We all lead busy and stressful lives. From work to family, we tend to run on empty more than we run on full. Why do we let ourselves get to this point, and how can we stop it from progressing too far? So what are...
Considering we use our feet to walk, healthy feet are among our most important assets. Wearing proper athletic shoes can help prevent a multitude of exercise-related issues, like tendinitis or sore heels. Not only that, proper footwear can improve comfort and performance. So what shoes...
We are huge advocates of exercise. It is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, but, like anything in life, it can be taken too far. Throughout college, I had many friends who were avid gym attendees. They were determined to not gain the dreaded freshman...
We talk a lot about specific health and wellness topics: How to perform the perfect plank, healthy food for your kids, how to get the most out of your gym, when to hire a personal trainer, etc. But we haven’t touched much on the topic...
Summer break lurks right around the corner. While it is one of the most exciting moments for the kids (everyone remembers the summertime/graduation exit in Grease), parents don’t always feel the same way. Not only do you have to find someone to watch the little...
Who doesn’t love riding bikes? Our childhood memories are filled with scenes of blurred landscapes, spinning wheels, blowing hair, and laughter. All of which happen in the seat of a bike. But times and bikes have changed since our youth, so when you go to...
March marked the annual Brain Injury Awareness Month. As we become filled with excitement over warmer weather and the spring season, it is important to take serious precautions before heading outdoors. From sports to cars to simple falls, brain injuries can easily occur during these...
The school year is finally winding down. For teachers, that means a much-needed break is drawing near for you as well as your students. The end of the year often garners rewards for the kids, like extra playground time. For parents, once school has released...