The Science of Connection: Why Relationships Matter for Your Health
Strong social connections improve physical and mental health. Learn why relationships matter and simple ways to strengthen your social network.
Author: Elizabeth Josey
How Caring for Plants Can Improve Your Well-Being
Gardening offers benefits beyond fresh flowers and homegrown vegetables. Discover how caring for plants can reduce stress, create a sense of purpose, and contribute to a healthier living environment, along with Clemson Extension resources to help you start gardening at home.
Stress and the Autonomic Nervous System
Discover how chronic stress impacts health and how mindfulness and the parasympathetic nervous system can help restore balance.
Fit and Busy: How to Stay Active with a Packed Schedule
Easy ways to stay active when you’re busy
Busy Body, Healthy Plate: Balancing Nutrition in a Fast-Paced World
Even in a fast-paced world, balanced nutrition is possible. Learn how to stock your pantry, plan ahead, and make healthier choices—even at the drive-thru.
Winter’s Toll: Why We’re More Susceptible to Illness
Winter boosts illness risk due to dry air, indoor exposure, and weakened immunity. Learn simple ways to stay healthy this season.
Overcoming the “Winter Blues”
Feeling the “winter blues”? The colder months can affect our mood and energy, but there are ways to stay positive. From sunlight exposure and vitamin D to sleep, social connections, and exercise, explore simple strategies to lift your spirits and enjoy wintertime.
Healthy Aging
Focus on healthy aging by prioritizing regular exercise, maintaining strong social connections, eating a balanced diet, and supporting your mental well-being. By adopting these habits, you can make your senior years some of your healthiest yet.
Holiday Wellness Challenges
The holiday season doesn’t have to be a time of overindulgence and stress. Embrace wellness with fun challenges like festive fitness activities, healthy ingredient swaps in holiday recipes, practicing gratitude, and giving back to your community. These simple steps can help you and your family maintain health and wellness through the holiday season.
Health Literacy Leads to Healthier Lives
Health literacy refers to a person’s ability to find, understand, and use health information and services to make good choices about their health. Health Literacy helps prevent and manage health...
Setting Your Child Up for Success: Essential Tips for a Healthier, Happier School Year
Gone are the carefree days of summer. School is officially back in session! Simple habits like creating a daily routine, prioritizing healthy eating and supporting their mental wellbeing can help...
UV Safety Month: Tips to Stay Safe in the Sun
It’s summertime! And while this means long, warm, and sunny days, it can also mean more sun exposure for our skin. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, the most common cancer in the United...
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