Getting Healthier Starts With Your Feet
Good foot and ankle health is critical for good overall health, so no matter what your wellness goals are, be sure to start from the ground up.
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Does Travel Make You Tired? 5 Expert Sleep Tips to Help Improve Your Trip
By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Do you love to travel but hate how tired it makes you? If you’re fatigued when you finally get to your destination, there’s a good reason. Traveling across time zones seriously throws your circadian rhythm out of sync. Your body gets confused when you’re exposed to sunlight at times that…
3 Habits You Can Work into Your Daily Routine to Improve Longevity
By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Americans are optimistic about their longevity. A recent survey by MDVIP – a national network of primary care doctors focused on preventive medicine – and Ipsos found that 67% of Americans want to live longer than their parents and 87% want to take steps to live healthier for longer. However,…
7 Wellness Expert-backed Ways to Prepare for A Summer Weekend Away
By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Summer is the time for exploring new places, spending time outdoors and relaxing in the sun. Whether you are heading to the beach or to the mountains, it is important that you prioritize wellness in whatever ways you can and prepare in advance for a weekend away, keeping your personal…
11 Strategies for Overcoming Negative Body Image Postpartum
By: d-mars.com News Provider Getting your body back post-pregnancy is a journey that requires patience, dedication, and a focus on overall health and well-being. Here are some tips to help you get started on your postpartum fitness and wellness journey: Always listen to your body and be patient with yourself throughout your postpartum journey. It’s…
6 Biggest Fitness Trends for 2023
By: d-mars.com News Provider Exercising, maintaining a healthy diet, and achieving consistent weight loss are typically the top priorities when it comes to New Year’s resolutions. However, as we are a few months into the year, it’s crucial to provide some reinforcement to help you stay on track. Our readers often ask us how to…
The Secret to Recruiting Top Talent: Tips from HR Experts
By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint What amenities are you providing for prospective and existing employees? A recent report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that U.S. employment is projected to grow by 8.4 million jobs from 2018 to 2028. At the same time, employers are battling an ultra-competitive job market, in which candidates are…
The World Youth Foundation: A Volunteer Organization for 33 Years Making an Impact
The World Youth Foundation: A Volunteer Organization for 33 Years Making an Impact “Cultivating the whole child means to nurture and support their holistic development.” ~ Karen Levingston – Franklin, CEO & Chairman Each day, an evaluated 11.3 million youth leave school with no place to go. This number only rises within the mid-year. These…
Veganism 101 for Guys
Hey d-mars readers! Our May issue highlighted a beginners guide for men curious about transitioning their diet to that of a vegan lifestyle. In honor of Men’s Health Month (June), here’s a recap to get you up to speed: Vegetarian diets are often lower in saturated fat and cholesterol, which can lower the risk of…
5 Risk Factors that Should Be Considered for Vein Health
Venous insufficiency, also known as vein disease, occurs when the veins stretch and allow blood to flow backward. This common condition manifests as visible veins, varicose veins, and swelling, accompanied by symptoms such as itching, burning, heaviness, cramping, and pain in the legs. The five main risk factors for vein disease are genetics, weight, age,…
Tips to Reduce Your Health Care Expenses
Health care costs are in the news all the time. You hear about them at work and when you’re with friends and family. The comments are always the same. Health care is getting more and more expensive, and it seems to be outpacing the money you make. Fortunately, you’re not helpless when it comes to…
Tips to Beat Becoming Complacent with the ‘Dad Bod’
The phrase “Dad Bod” refers to an average guy who doesn’t have a lean, shredded physique. He might instead have a paunch or visible beer belly, without being hugely overweight—just like the stereotypical suburban father of a nuclear family. It evokes a relatable, warm kind of dude who kicks back with a beer and pizza…
The Struggle is Real: Why Being Fit Can Be Tough for Men
Fitness guru Reggie Collier breaks down his story on getting fit and details the setbacks he faced on his road to a better him. The main goal is to be better than you were the day before. After competing in my first competition in 2015, I found out a week later that I was going…
Pursuing a mortgage with ‘less-than-perfect’ credit
by d-mars.com News Provider Owning a home is the cornerstone of the American dream. There’s nothing like having a permanent plot of land you can call your own. But, if you’ve hit a rough patch with your credit score, this dream might feel like it’s out of reach. However, finding a suitable mortgage with a…
6 Ways to Care For Your Eyes as You Age
As you age, you’ll notice several parts of your body change. You may find that you’re achy or can’t move as fast as you used to. One area of your health you may not think about changing as you age is your eyesight. “Vision changes are a natural part of aging,” said optometrist Dr. Inna…
In Real Estate, a Signed Contract Isn’t the End of the Deal
By Contributing Writer Marla Lewis, President of the Houston Black Real Estate Association Whew. The buyer and seller both signed the contract, so that’s it, right? The house is sold, and everyone moves on. Not so fast. There’s still a long way to go. Unfortunately, sometimes real estate transactions that start out smoothly can unravel…
This School Year, Prioritize Your Child’s Whole Health – Physical and Mental
As back-to-school season gets underway, it’s important to ensure that your child is ready for the school year, both physically and emotionally, by scheduling a well-child visit. Annual well-child visits are doctor appointments for preventive health services which are essential for ensuring a child’s growth and tracking developmental milestones. The well-child visit is also the…
What You Need To Know About Heel Pain
Very common in adults and on the rise in children, heel pain continues to be the number one reason patients seek care from foot and ankle surgeons. While experts say there are many reasons for heel pain, including bursitis, Achilles tendonitis, bone bruises, fractures, growth spurts, and nerve pain, the most common cause is plantar…
It’s Time To Focus on Whole Person Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has shined much-needed light on “whole person health” by highlighting the correlation between behavioral health and overall wellness. Many people with behavioral health challenges experienced worsening symptoms throughout the pandemic, while others struggled with conditions for the first time and didn’t know where to turn. Understanding whole person health – and where…
How To Work Out Without Excuses
It’s all-too-common for those embarking on a regular exercise routine to skip a planned workout for one reason or another. Here are some of the most common excuses that people make not to exercise, along with some solutions to overcome these challenges: “I need low-impact exercises.” Many traditional workouts are tough on joints, which over…