Health Tips – SMSC Health and Wellness

The B Vitamins: The Benefits of Vitamins B6 and B12

March 28, 2025

HealthDay News, Thursday, January 19, 2023 These powerhouse nutrients help your cells function at their best, protect your brain and heart, support your immune system and can even improve your […]

Foods For a Better Mood

March 26, 2025

Meridan Zerner, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD After a long or frustrating day, many of us might be tempted to turn to a bowl of ice cream or a bag of […]

Americans Are Prioritizing Mental Health, With New 988 Hotline There to Help

March 3, 2025

HealthDay News, October 10, 2022 As the 988 crisis line debuts across the United States, a new Harris Poll shows that Americans are ready to make mental health and suicide prevention a […]

Boost Your Gut Health

February 21, 2025

1 Stays hydrated Keep a water bottle handy and have a glass of water or H2Orange when you wake or start to feel hungry. 2 Enjoy fiber-rich foods (prebiotics) Feed […]

How to Deal with Stress and Stop Being So Stressed Out

February 1, 2025

If you’re on edge, you’re not alone. More than a quarter of adults in the United States reported they’re too stressed out to function, according to a 2022 survey by The […]

Lifestyle Habits for Healthy Blood Pressure

February 1, 2025

These habits, along with your core Wondr Skills, weight loss, and being salt-savvy, can help you keep your blood pressure healthy. Plant-based Hunger Saver Ideas Walk it offA daily 30-minute […]

Wondr: Smart Goals

January 24, 2025

The secret to reaching your goals? Make them SMART, write them down, make a plan, and share them for support. S Specific: Make your goal precise. For example, “I will […]

Weight Loss: Eight Keys to Success

January 6, 2025

Is it really possible to lose weight and keep it off? Absolutely. Almost everyone who is a bit overweight can safely maintain a 10- to 20- pound weight loss, and […]

Safe Alcohol Consumption Throughout the Holiday Season

December 1, 2024

The holiday season is upon us, which means that the champagne may be flowing, and the eggnog may be spiked. But in a time of what can sometimes feel like […]

Diabetes: Screening for Your Health

October 31, 2024

By Teri Reitz, RN, SMSC Diabetes Program Coordinator Regular blood glucose screenings are an important step in your health routine, whether you suspect youcould have diabetes or just want […]