Learn valuable communication tips from a licensed counselor to help you when you need to communicate something important.
Healthy Communication Toolkit
Underneath Our Anger
Relationship conflict can sometimes bring out the worst sides of ourselves. Often, we react quickly and make statements that are harsh or cutting. But what is underneath the anger or behind the defensiveness?
An Easy Way to Determine Body Fat, Muscle Mass, Hydration Levels, and More
Have you ever been curious what your body fat percentage is? Interested in knowing how much muscle you have? Curious to see how your body has improved with a new exercise program you’ve been trying out? Intrigued to find out how hydrated your body is? Learn how you can at PRO Medical.
Get What You Truly Need in a Weight Loss Program
There’s no doubting the value of weight management. Rather than being just a few extra uncomfortable pounds, excess weight carries legitimate risks. In fact, dropping between 5% and 10% of your weight has been proven to lower your chance of developing heart disease. This is just one of the many benefits of choosing a weight loss program. However, what should you look for in order to figure out which one best fits your needs? Are all weight loss programs essentially the same? No.
Spring Clean Your Nutrition Routine with SMART Goals
Spring clean your nutrition with two to three SMART goals rather than one huge diet overhaul. SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time Bound.
The Dreaded Scale: Why it’s not Always an Effective Measurement of Weight Loss
Measuring your progress solely by the number on the scale will set you up for an emotional ride that doesn’t always capture the full picture.
DEXA Scans: A Complete Picture of Bone Health and Body Composition
DEXA uses low-density x-ray technology to predict the amount of fat, muscle, other soft tissue, and bone in the body.
Stress and our Health
Stress has considerable impacts on our health by influencing our immune system, mood, behavior, and overall wellness.
5 Ways Genetics Can Affect Weight (and Weight Loss)
Genetics plays a larger part in our life than we ever imagined. Certain traits, like eye color, hair color, and height, are obviously inherited from our parents. But recent research shows that many less obvious traits are determined by our genetic makeup. For example, genetics contributes to the one in three Americans who are obese. Here are five ways genetics can affect your propensity to lose weight.
Do You Need to Lose Weight?
If you think you are one of those people who denies that they need to get on some type of weight loss program, then read on below for a few signs that you need to lose those extra pounds in order to be your ideal weight.