Ever heard of the sayings to always eat before making groceries, and don't allow your eyes to be bigger than your appetite? Well, I am here to share common tips for individuals to eliminate overeating and food addiction. Here are a few warning signs where over consumption of caloric intake may be present. -Consuming calories in excess, even when the stomach is full. -Consuming extra calories in place of an activity that brings enjoyment. -The onset of uncomfortable symptoms such as: acid...

A Daddy Stroller Club is the newest social club that highlights the importance of African American fathers, their mental, and physical well-being following the birth of their child(ren). A club as such promotes a supportive environment for fathers to discuss the daily wins and sometimes struggles of fatherhood. This club allows fathers the opportunity to advocate for their needs, as well as the health and wellness of their families. This environment creates a social circle that is...

Acid reflux is a disorder that effects the esophagus. It often causes a buring sensation that can be quite irritable during food consumption and digestion. The symptoms associated with this disorder can last for hours on end, making it difficult to enjoy the foods you love the most. Acid reflux is caused by an insurmountable amount of gas that builds up in the stomach, and filters to the esophagus. The lower esophageal sphincter acts as a normal safety net for food to properly pass from the...

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy Urges Americans to Recenter Their Lives Around Relationships, Service, and Purpose Washington, D.C. – Today, United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released his Parting Prescription for America - PDF , weaving together reflections on his personal and professional experiences having spent six of the last ten years as our nation’s Surgeon General. Throughout his service, the Surgeon General has sought to understand the root causes of pain and unhappiness...