Knowing that something is bad or good for you is one thing. Actually doing or not doing it is another. Chances are you’re aware of some bad habits you really need to kick, and some healthy ones you should finally start adopting. We’re here to tell you the time is now. “Small changes can prevent […]
Life is precious and you only have one shot to get it right. Lifestyles today have transitioned to being on the go 24/7. Professionally, we are now always connected due to technology advances, and there is an expectation that we should be available at all times (via phone, text, or email). So during times when […]
More than 5 million Americans, including an estimated 220,000 people in Illinois, are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, nearly one in every three seniors who die each year has Alzheimer’s disease or another related dementia. Without any way to prevent, cure, or even slow down the progression of this growing health crisis, these numbers will […]
Pain relief has been a top requested service this summer, and we continue to look for innovative ways to help. But sometimes we need to take matters into our own hands when we can’t wait for an appointment with a specialist or we need some relief between visits. So, people often ask, “Should I use […]
We lead stressful lives these days, and it only builds as mobile devices increasingly demand our time, working hours never seem to end, family responsibilities continue to grow, and health issues require attention. Stress isn’t just unpleasant though — it can wreak havoc on your body and your health. Dr. Justin Levisay, cardiologist at NorthShore University […]
You know carrots are great for your eyes and that milk does wonders for your bones, but what about your brain? A diet filled with nutrient-rich foods can be a game-changer for your brain, improving your decision-making and problem-solving skills, as well as sharpening your focus and boosting your memory, explains Matthew Kuchan, Ph.D., lead scientist and […]
Hot weather can make it hard to get outside and go for a run or stay active. But that doesn’t mean that all hope is lost! These fitness classes will make you forget you’re working out, and keep you coming back week after week. 1. R&B Yoga The R&B Yoga series brings together relaxing yoga, delicious […]
Have you heard about smart light? Connected LED lights that add convenience to your life and save energy by turning on and off based on motion, voice control or other actions, smart lighting is the future of illumination in our homes and offices. But did you know it can also help with your health? It’s […]
Deerfield resident and mother of four children Jill Feldman has a long and painful family history of lung cancer — two of her grandparents, her parents, and her aunt all died from the disease. After all of this tragedy, Feldman began to get involved in the LUNGevity Foundation, which was founded by seven Chicago-area lung […]
What is Sun Damage? This is a term that we use to describe what happens to the skin in relationship to environmental exposure (in this case, ultraviolet light rays [UV] that comes from the sun). We experience side effects from UVB and UVA exposure. UVB causes damage to the skin’s DNA at a depth where […]
