Supporting these 4 veteran-owned wellness companies is the perfect start to 2023
If you’re like the rest of us, you’re always on the lookout for the best day to make a fresh start. When the calendar turns over a new month, it’s…
Military veterans are twice as likely to get ALS, and no one knows why
Lou Gehrig’s Disease – amyotrophic lateral sclerosis – causes the death of motor neurons in the spinal cord and muscles. As a result, the body experiences an eventual weakening of the muscles, respiratory failure, and death.
While th…
Not all PTS diagnoses are created equal
4 ways to enjoy the outdoors while serving
Serving in the military is often portrayed as a challenging task and with the right reasons. Nevertheless, there are undoubtedly many advantages — embracing mother nature while serving is the…
The best post-workout drink probably isn’t what you expected
There are tons of fitness brands in the health-and-wellness section of the PX that’ll promise to help you build lean muscle — in exchange for a little cash. These nutrition companies plaster pictures of famous athletes that have next-to-zero body…
Why self-care is the best gift of 2020
Guess what? In just a few short weeks, you’ll have officially survived 2020. Congratulations! No, really. Congrats. Give yourself a pat on the back, or maybe a bear hug, because…
Veteran shares his mental health recovery journey
Tai Chi and yoga are parts of VA’s Whole Health approach to wellness.
Mental health is still a taboo subject among veterans and service members — but it doesn’t have to be, says U.S. Marine Corps veteran Bob Moran.
Moran, who went th…
10 killer core exercises that aren’t sit-ups
There’s a reason sit-ups top the list of exercises to get your spare tire under control. They work the major rectus abdominis muscle. They are challenging to do but elementary to understand. They involve no machines or special devices.
And ye…
Do ‘detox’ juices actually work?
Are juices that promise “cleansing from toxins” or “detoxification” of our bodies considered healthy? Are these products worth it?
Most likely not. If your body has been poisoned, detox juices and herbal products are not likely to help. Th…
VA says average wait time down to 2 days in 2018
For Dr. Stephen Gau, an emergency medicine physician at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Loma Linda Healthcare System, a recent encounter with a veteran confirmed a key benefit of his choice of a VA career: the ability to spend more time…