By Kaley Burns EBS COLUMNIST Hormones are critical for nearly every essential function of your body. They are the messengers that tell your cells what to do, and regulate vital sensations such as mood and energy. Hormones are chemicals made by the...
By Kaley Burns EBS COLUMNIST The nervous system is your body's command center and a vital key to your overall wellness. It governs everything from the heartbeat to digestion, and our thoughts and feelings. This system is made up of the brain, spinal cord,...
By Kaley Burns EBS COLUMNIST “Adrenal fatigue” can have numerous impacts on health. The adrenal glands are located on top of each kidney and play a key role in regulating metabolism, immune response and blood pressure, especially during times of stress....
By Kaley Burns EBS COLUMNIST The new focus for our aging society will be an extended healthspan, or the period of life spent in good health, and focusing on health creation, not just adding years of suboptimal living. Small tweaks can mean significant changes to...
By Kaley Burns EBS COLUMNIST According to the American Institute of Stress, 55% of Americans report feeling stressed daily. Stress can be caused by various factors, even seemingly positive factors, including finances, family, extreme workouts and career...
By Kaley Burns EBS COLUMNIST Did you know that living above the 37th parallel likely leads to vitamin D deficiency during colder months? The 37th parallel intersects the United States just south of San Francisco on the West Coast, and just south of Richmond,...
Habits to remove and habits to improve By Kaley Burns EBS COLUMNIST A new year is here! This is a great time for us to embrace lifestyle habits that support our well-being. Small daily habits can become rituals that support our health and our...