Stress eating is a vicious cycle perpetuated by anxiety. So, it’s no surprise that 47 percent of adults say they have been eating more or eating unhealthy foods due to the stress brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. If have found yourself wondering — why do I stress eat? — and want to learn how to stop, keep reading. This article explains the reasons for … Read More
How to Manage Diabetes During the Holiday Eating Season
Americans take a bite out of the holidays. The average American expects to gain eight pounds over the course of the holiday season. Holiday eating is dangerous for everyone, especially people living with diabetes or prediabetes. If you need to monitor your blood sugar, you have to be mindful of holiday eating habits. What should you do before you go to holiday … Read More
How the Stress of the Holidays and Holiday Travel Plans Can Affect Your Animals
Looking forward to holiday travel? Many Americans are planning on ‘revenge travel‘ — traveling more to make up for not being able to see friends and family during the pandemic. As a result, trips will be longer, farther, and more involved than before. While these adventures may be exciting for you, what about your pet? Pet stress spikes during the … Read More
Holiday Stress: 8 Ways to Cope With Stress During the Holidays
Did you know that 88% of Americans consider the holiday season the most stressful time of year? This time of year is filled with activities, from holiday parties to family events. While the Christmas season is meant to bring feelings of cheer and love, it can bring about feelings of holiday stress for many people. If you need help managing holiday stress, … Read More
Why Is It Important to Have Balanced Blood Sugar Levels?
Most people have probably heard the term ”blood sugar” a thousand times over, but the reality is that most people don’t really know what it means. Most of us know it’s important to have stable blood sugar levels. However, there is still a sense of mystery around what our blood sugar levels actually do for us on a daily basis. To … Read More