Author: Catherine

As we embark on a new year, many of us seek ways to enhance our lives. A recent BBC Future article offers science-based strategies to make meaningful improvements in 2024. From prioritizing sleep to nurturing relationships, the piece outlines a week-long plan for positive change. Key recommendations include adjusting sleep patterns to match seasonal needs, embracing physical activity even in cold weather, and engaging in novel experiences to boost mental health. The article also emphasizes the importance of balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and exploring hobbies for overall well-being. By focusing on realistic, measurable goals rather than strict resolutions, individuals can increase their chances of long-term success. These evidence-based suggestions provide a roadmap for those lookin...

The Cleveland Clinic has launched an innovative wellness and diet coaching app, offering users personalized health guidance backed by evidence-based nutrition science. Developed in collaboration with FitNow, Inc., the Cleveland Clinic Diet app combines expert advice with advanced food and fitness tracking technology.The app features two customizable tracks and provides access to courses from specialists in various health fields. Users can easily log meals through barcode scanning, photo capture, or voice logging, with the latter boasting high accuracy in food and quantity detection.Julia Zumpano, a registered dietitian at Cleveland Clinic's Center for Human Nutrition, emphasizes the app's holistic approach: "We aim to help individuals overcome barriers and support them in creating lasting ...

Georgia Southern University recently organized a mental wellness class aimed at helping individuals navigate stress effectively. Led by Jade Humphries, B.S., M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, the class offered practical strategies for managing stress and enhancing mental well-being. Held on June 14, the session provided participants with tools to identify stressors, develop coping mechanisms, and implement stress-relief techniques in their daily lives. Humphries emphasized the importance of mental wellness and the role of professional guidance in achieving a balanced life. This initiative is part of Georgia Southern's broader efforts to promote mental health awareness and support within the community. For more details on the event, visit Grice Connect.