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Here’s a deep dive into why it’s important to stay hydrated, including the side effects of dehydration. Plus: a daily benchmark for fluid intake and helpful tips to stay hydrated. It’s no surprise that water is essential to nearly all forms of life. In fact, approximately 60 percent of the human body is made of […]

When you think of stress, certain connotations—like being burned out and overwhelmed—come to mind. While these are very real reactions to repeatedly handling stressful situations, some stress isn’t as negative as you might think. That’s where positive stress comes in. With the help of Clarity Health Solutions psychotherapist Sharron Frederick, LCSW, we’ll learn to distinguish […]

Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, shares a variety of diet and lifestyle hacks that promote healthy eating and nutrition habits. If you’d like to form better eating habits, now’s as good a time as any to start making progress. Contrary to popular belief, this goal doesn’t require drastic diets or unsafe cleanses. In fact, a few […]

Changing your habits takes time and effort. But in actuality, how long does it take to build a habit? Here’s what science tells us about the process around habit formation. Drinking your coffee at the exact same time each morning while you scroll through your newsfeed, taking your lunchtime stroll around the same block each […]

We asked Jen Sincero—a #1 New York Times bestselling author and success coach—how to form badass habits while breaking simply bad ones. Fed up? Frustrated? Ready to take charge over your life… as of like, yesterday? Any number of things can prevent you from loving your life, owning your self-worth, and achieving your goals. And […]

Lynne Goldberg—an esteemed mindfulness and meditation teacher and co-founder of the Breethe App—shares how to start meditating daily with five easy yet impactful tips. Congratulations! You’ve made the wonderful decision to start a meditation practice. But since deciding isn’t necessarily doing, here are five tips to help you easily incorporate a daily practice into your […]

Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, shares what you need to know about male hormonal imbalance. Included: symptoms, potential causes, and hormone-balancing tips. Feeling constantly exhausted, irritable, cold, or noticing changes in libido and even your hair? These could be signs of hormonal imbalance in men. Wait, do men have hormonal imbalances? The answer is yes: While […]

Sometimes, the best gift you can give to yourself and your loved ones comes without a price tag. Here, Elizabeth Winkler, MA, LMFT guides us on how to be more present. With all of the day-to-day distractions we deal with, it can be difficult to enjoy the moment you’re in. Whether you’re thinking of an […]

Greetings, dear astrohackers! News flash: We’re on the final leg of the wild ride that’s been the year 2020. And I’ll let you in on a secret: We all have cause for celebration even before the clock strikes midnight on NYE. Of course, your December 2020 wellness horoscopes have the scoop. As the saying goes, […]

Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, highlights the best supplements for the immune system. Plus: how to boost your immune system naturally with diet and lifestyle tips. You can help your immune system function optimally all year long by being proactive. First and foremost, making healthy lifestyle choices by consuming nutritious foods should be a top priority. […]

Jessica Nelson, RDN, CPT, discusses the effects of exercise on the immune system. Protecting your immunity is as hot a topic as ever. It’s a given that making good lifestyle choices—such as getting adequate sleep, eating a balanced diet, lowering stress, and not smoking—are all habits that support your well-being. But what about physical activity? […]

Meeting with a nutrition expert? Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, outlines seven smart questions to ask a dietitian. Whether it’s virtually or in-person, everyone can benefit from meeting with a dietitian. At HUM, we provide free access to a personal dietitian to consult with after completing our nutrition assessment quiz. But what does working with a […]