As the world begins to return to a sense of normalcy, some may start to believe that the beginning of the end of the pandemic has finally come. More and more individuals are receiving their first or second doses of the vaccine, restaurants, and gyms have begun to open to full capacity, and the CDC has begun to reduce restrictions on mask-wearing for vaccinated folks. Despite this, we are more stressed than ever.
Combating Seasonal Depression During COVID-19 As the thrill of the holidays is entirely behind us, you, like millions of other Americas, may start feeling more and more depressed. Pair that seasonal depression with the ever-present COVID-19 pandemic, and you may feel as though the winter blues are never-ending. Luckily, there are ways to combat your symptoms with some
Mental Health and Art Living with mental illness becomes an everyday struggle for many people. But, mental health and art go hand in hand. According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness, 1 in 5 adults in American live with a mental illness. One method takes a more creative approach to remedial care. It’s art! You probably know that art elicits emotional responses, …
We all know that exercise is vital for our whole body's health, but the benefits are more evident with physical aspects. Regular exercise can help you lose weight, gain muscle mass, and ward off many illnesses and diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. But what about the brain and mental health? Mental Health Benefits Many people exercise for both physical …
Five Amazing Benefits of Yoga Yoga is one of those mainstream practices that many don’t realize has ties to holistic medicine. It grew in popularity while outside the scope of alternative medicine, but the benefits of yoga are nearly endless. Practicing yoga benefits your brain, muscles, organs, vital functions, and more! There’s a reason why it’s such a popular form of …
If you're familiar with holistic medicine, you may have already heard the opinion that your gut is considered a second brain. It's true that your stomach doesn't have brain waves—and isn't making decisions for you—but it positively can influence your overall wellbeing. When illness arises, many who practice holistic medicine look at the gut for answers. Neurons in the …
Anxiety is amongst the most common mental illnesses in the United States. It affects people, young and old, in all corners of the country. Luckily, with the help of modern and holistic medicine, sufferers can rely on an assortment of tactics to manage and heal anxiety. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), the condition affects over 40 …
Mental health is a topic that’s only surged in importance in the last few decades. The mind-body connection is more important than ever with even conventional medicine taking a holistic health approach to overall health. Today, we’re going to talk about ten fascinating mental health facts that eastern and western medicine have discovered. From the obscure to the well known, …
Meditation has become a buzzword and a household name, gaining popularity through numerous apps and classes. These promise to guide you through breathing and mental exercises aimed at calming the mind. But meditation goes beyond mental cognition to benefit the total body, which makes this trendy practice popular in holistic medicine. There are many different benefits of …
The most important thing in life is our mind. Without that, there is nothing. That's why mental health is one of the most important issues that a holistic health lifestyle should be concerned with. Today, we're talking about how you can improve your mental health so that you can live life happier each and every day. Spend Time Volunteering Research shows that those who spend
When it comes to mental health, less stress is best. Most doctors will recommend you make life less stressful to ensure you stay healthy. However, with today’s day and age, truth and fact do not always equate to the outcome. High stress is now standard. Work, school, and even time with friends have been put under pressure by technology, social media, and expectations. We - …