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Digital Detox: How to Cut Down on Phone Time In a world where our phones seem permanently attached to our hands, stepping away can feel like an impossible task.  The average American checks their phone a staggering 144 times per day, which equates to roughly once every 10 minutes. With sleep factored in, this number jumps to once every 7 ½ minutes. [1] Problems Associated with Excessive Phone Use Eye...

Breaking Bad Habits 7 Tips for Breaking Bad Habits Bad habits can be tough to break, but with the right approach, you can overcome them. Whether it’s procrastinating, scrolling through your phone endlessly at bedtime, or attacking your workouts half-heartedly, these behaviors can drain your energy, affect your wellness, and even derail your long-term goals.  Here are some effective tips to help you finally kick those pesky habits. 1. Identify...

Research has shown that 17%-28% of older Americans are chronically dehydrated.[1] Dehydration can cause headaches, fatigue, and muscle cramps, while also impairing concentration and mood.  It can also affect your body's ability to regulate temperature and can lead to dry skin and poor physical performance.[2] Staying hydrated is essential for keeping your body functioning at its best, but with busy schedules, it's easy to miss out on your necessary water intake....

Check out these ideas for practicing self-care and learn about their benefits Studies have shown that there are so many benefits from practicing self-care. Doing it helps improve physical and mental well-being, lower stress, lower the risk of illness, and boost energy and mood. (1) There are so many ways to practice self-care, too! Here are some ways that you can practice self-care for International Self-Care Day (July 24) and...