by BeWell Penn State Health | Dec 13, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Financial Wellness, Physical Wellness, Social Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Stress and depression can increase during the holidays because the season presents a dizzying array of demands – parties, shopping, baking, cleaning and entertaining, to name just a few. But with some practical tips, you can minimize the stress, especially if the...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Dec 6, 2023 | Emotional Wellness, Physical Wellness, Social Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
No matter how you celebrate the holidays, prioritizing the health of you and your loved ones can help you make the most of the season. Reflect on what steps you can take to prevent holiday burnout by considering some of the categories below. Mental healthWhile the...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Nov 29, 2023 | Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
WeightWatchers offers a clinically tested Diabetes-Tailored Plan. Research shows that the program helps people with diabetes lose weight and lower their blood sugar.† For people with prediabetes, the general WeightWatchers program is recognized by the CDC as a...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Nov 22, 2023 | Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Did you know nearly 96% of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving? Even though one of the main objectives of this holiday is to build in time for expressing gratitude, the rush of preparing for food and travel might make feeling grateful challenging. Studies have shown that...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Nov 15, 2023 | Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
Holiday shopping sprees can often soar into the thousands of dollars, which leave many paying for gifts well into the New Year. You do not have to break the bank for a successful holiday shopping experience, but you do need to plan ahead. Before you even start...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Nov 8, 2023 | Spiritual Wellness, Topics, Wellness Articles
by Ariana Pichardo-Lowden, M.D. A healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby are the goals of every pregnant woman. Recognizing the risk for developing diabetes during pregnancy before conception is important and can help women take important measures to preserve...