You’ve seen all the anti-smoking commercials and Surgeon General warnings. It’s common knowledge that smoking isn’t good for your body. But what about vaping? Is it a safer alternative, or…
Summer has so much fun to offer: swimming, hiking and enjoying the sun outdoors. But spending time outside can also bring something not fun: bug bites. Insects such as bees,…
When you’re walking through the grocery store, there are so many options it can be overwhelming. Especially when it comes to produce. When you go to buy apples, you not…
If you’re diagnosed with an ailment, do you have a plan? Critical Illness coverage pays a lump-sum benefit if you are diagnosed with a covered disease or condition. You can…
The goal of a Step Therapy Program is to steer people to less expensive, yet equally effective, prescription medications while keeping member and physician disruption to a minimum. You must…
Starbucks. Dunkin’. Your office vending machine. Caffeine is everywhere, and it’s easy to grab and enjoy. Ninety percent of Americans consume caffeine in some form — be it coffee, tea…
Living in today’s world has a lot of advantages: GPS technology, the internet at our fingertips, and the ability to call a car to drive you anywhere at a moment’s…
How often do you think about your bones? Likely not often – unless you break one or have pain. But your bones support your body, protect your brain, heart and…
Cholesterol – we all know it can be high or low, and high is bad, right? But what exactly is your cholesterol, and how can you control it? Cholesterol is…
There are a lot of factors that can affect your sleep – screen time before bed, too much caffeine, stress are just a few. But did you know food can…
Snacking can be one of the hardest habits to kick when trying to get healthy. But there are ways to incorporate snacking into your diet the right way. Snack only…
You’ve likely heard the word “dependents” in regard to your taxes or your insurance benefits. But who is typically considered a dependent? Dependents eligible for coverage in benefits plans usually…
You’re not feeling well, or you have a chronic problem you can’t shake. How do you know what doctor to see? Can you visit your primary care physician for every…
Have you ever known you needed to do something — work, chores, or social obligations — but continuously put it off instead of just doing it? That’s procrastination — avoiding…
As we get older, roles in our lives can change. As parents age, they often turn to their adult children for help. There a lot of options out there for…
Canker sores are small ulcers that form on the interior of the mouth. These annoying little buggers appear on the softer regions like the tongue, the insides of cheeks and…
You’re walking down the grocery aisle with a healthy cereal in mind — fiber friendly and low cal. But then you see the sugary goodness and make a mad swipe.…
Urgent Care Centers are quickly becoming a staple of modern communities. You can find them easily and quickly just by driving around town. But there are a few things to…
Eat your veggies! We all know we’re supposed to, but what vegetables are the best? Are different vegetables good for certain things? Read on for a veg-ucation. Spinach. Spinach…
It’s a familiar image: Someone has trouble breathing, pulls out an inhaler, shakes it and breathes deep. Chances are you know someone with asthma — or maybe you have it…
You know the importance of smoke detectors to protect you and your family. But what about carbon monoxide detectors? What exactly is this gas, and how can you stay safe?…
Prescription medication, whether for an illness or a chronic need, is an important part of your medical insurance benefits. But some levels of medication cost more, and these types are…
Genetic testing is appearing more and more frequently in everyday life. With products such as 23andMe available to the public for purchase, people can find out not only their ancestry…
Know a coworker or friend on South Beach or a vegan diet? Fad diets like these claim to achieve quick weight loss while also being healthy. Diets such as ketogenic,…
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Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, known as AD&D in the insurance world, can be confusing. Typically, this benefit is a provision that covers unintentional death and/or dismemberment. Dismemberment, however, can…
Keeping a diary might seem silly or old-fashioned, but consistently journaling has proven to have both short- and long-term health benefits. Stress reducer. Writing about your feelings or even just…
Anxiety. Stress. Restless nights. Feeling chilly. Is it possible there’s one thing that could help with all these issues? A weighted blanket might just be your new best friend. Weighted…
Social media has become an undeniable part of our society today. With the click of a button you can see what your friends are up to, share an article or…
Ready for some well-deserved pampering? A massage might be just what the doctor ordered. In addition to feeling great and giving us a break from the bustle of daily life,…
It’s important to be prepared in case you ever get seriously sick or injured, and thinking about it can be tough. But while the subject is nerve-wracking, being out of…
Your favorite color might reveal more about you than you think! Whether we find a color exciting, relaxing, or boring has roots in psychology. This is a result of having…
Stroke is one of the most dangerous medical conditions today, and it affects nearly 800,000 people annually in the United States. Strokes aren’t always deadly, but they can lead to…
If you get hurt or sick and need to miss work, what are your options to keep up with your bills? Short-Term Disability (STD) benefits provide financial support to replace…
Salt Bae may have found a second of fame online, but has he discovered Himalayan crystal salt? Mined from the Himalayan mountains and known as the purest salt in the…
Part of life is dealing with aches and pains, some worse than others. When you need relief, you probably reach for an over-the-counter pain reliever without even thinking twice. But…
Total body health starts at the ground up — well, technically at the feet. First, consider if you are wearing the right shoes. Improper footwear can cause issues in your…
Life is unpredictable — you never know what might happen. So it’s better to be safe than sorry, and accident insurance can help give you that peace of mind. What…
Get your blood flowing in the morning with a wake-up yoga sequence. Doing stretches to awaken your body and loosen your muscles can help start your day off right. The…
We’ve all been there: a tough day at work, stuck in traffic, or even out of nowhere – you get a headache. But is it a migraine? A tension headache?…