Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common disorder that impacts more than 10 percent of the population, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Although ADHD is widespread and often in the news, many misconceptions about it persist. We asked experts to set the record straight and bust some myths about ADHD. Myth: ADHD does […]
From must-visit restaurants to a unique doctor’s office you have to see to believe, here are some of the Chicago area’s best new businesses. Dining The Smith 400 N. Clark St., Chicago With locations in New York and Washington D.C., The Smith has now opened a new Chicago restaurant, which features favorite dishes like Smitty’s […]
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard the letters CBD more than a few times lately. Not sure what it is or what all the fuss is about? We’ve got you covered. First, let’s get something straight: No, it will not get you high, and yes, it is legal in most states. […]
If you’re looking to drop some pounds or push past a weight loss plateau, you’ve probably heard the hype surrounding the keto diet. In a nutshell, keto is a high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carb diet. At first glance, the buzz-worthy diet seems too good to be true: Go ahead, order that hamburger and add cheese! But […]
October is here, and with it National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a great annual opportunity to pause and ask yourself if you’re doing all you can to protect yourself from the disease that one in eight women will develop over her lifetime. Unfortunately, women don’t have control over most breast cancer risk factors, which include family […]
It turns out happily ever after can also translate to healthier ever after as married couples enjoy all types of physical and mental health benefits. Studies show marriage can help protect against heart disease and stroke and that those who say “I do” have lower levels of cortisol (aka the stress hormone). Married people even have a […]
In 2004, Tom and Ginny Neuckranz, of Winnetka, Illinois, lost their 14-year-old daughter, Erika, to adolescent depression — a mental disorder that not many people were educated about at the time. “Within several weeks, with many friends helping, including friends of Erika, we decided to start an education program and put it in the schools […]
The toddlers in Tamara Margas’ Berkeley daycare are budding yogis, performing pint-sized poses that stir their imaginations and stretch their tiny bodies. One of their favorites is the snake pose — with their bellies on the floor, torsos lifted while they make hissing noises. Another popular pose is “Paint the Rainbow,” where the kids trace […]
Getting enough sleep is crucial for good health. But what if you’ve been making decisions about your sleep routine based on outdated information? Also, if you’ve declared 2019 your “year of sleep,” are those bedtime gadgets aimed at helping you achieve deeper sleep actually working? In honor of National Sleep Awareness Month (March), we’re debunking […]
Every year at events around the country, our UNICEF USA family is honored to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of supporters who so generously dedicate their time to UNICEF’s work for children. From outstanding humanitarians in local communities who make UNICEF’s work possible to celebrities who volunteer their time and platforms to raise awareness for the […]
