Here’s an infographic on the Health Hazards of Being Still:
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Blood Pressure
“I have high blood pressure.” – said 29% of Americans, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). That’s 1 in every 3 American adults. High blood pressure is commonly known as the “silent killer” because there are usually no signs or symptoms and having high blood pressure puts you at risk for heart attack, […]
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Mental Health
“What was I going to pick up after work today?” “Where did I leave my keys?” “What’s the name of that cute, tall guy I just met?” These may be a few simple questions you ask yourself daily (bonus points if you ask yourself the third one regularly). These little questions may not cause you […]
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Why Fidgeting is N.E.A.T.
Do you fidget or can’t keep your leg still? Those little motions are actually good for you! Yes, these types of unconscious movements you perform throughout the day are can be positive for your health! These movements contribute to your daily Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis, or N.E.A.T., a term coined by Dr. James Levine of the […]
Anyone who has seen a loved one develop dementia knows how scary and debilitating it can be. The Mayo Clinic defines dementia as a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily functioning. In other words, dementia is not an individual condition, however Alzheimer’s disease is widely known […]