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The Stress Continuum

Checking In:  How is your mental health, today?

As we observe World Mental Health Day, it’s an important time to reflect on the well-being of ourselves and those around us. Mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, are increasingly common in the healthcare profession, and physicians …

(ALMOST) ANY DOG CAN BE A BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURER

READY. SET. GO!

Here are some quick tips to get started.

DOES YOUR DOG HAVE THE RIGHT SKILLS AND TRAINING?

Practice makes perfect. Start slow. Choose a flat, mellow hiking trail. Be prepared for distractions while on trail, such as cool smells, wild animals, and other outdoor enthusiasts …

Love Yourself into Happy and Healthy Longevity

You are LOVED. You are CHERISHED. You are COMPLETE.

As they instruct on an airplane, you have to put your mask on first before putting a mask on others.

And as it relates to love, it’s hard to give love if you don’t love yourself. Let’s explore how self-love …

Best BioHacks of 2023 to ROCK Your Wellness

Why wait?!   It is time to ROCK your WELLNESS.

The 2023 BioHack review.. featuring Dr. Stilp’s simple favorites of the year.

 

Reflecting on the past year, we’ve embraced a series of simple, yet effective biohacks that can significantly enhance our health and well-being. From natural …

Why you NEED to Get Out in the Sun!

Morning Sunshine: Your ULTIMATE Biohack

Did you know that your path to AMAZING health is as simple as 10 minutes of direct sunlight first thing in the morning?! NOTE: Sun even on cloudy days.

Circadian Entropy is the fancy neuroscience name for this: Embrace Sunshine: Your Ticket to Boosted …

Want Better Sleep? Go Barefoot in the Dirt

What is the KEY to better rest?

This may be as simple (and FUN) as walking barefoot in the DIRT.

A 2022 study out of Taiwan found that grounding, or having direct contact with the Earth, helps sleep. In the study, people with mild Alzheimer’s tried …

Lift Weights to Delay Death

strength + muscle mass = mortality

Did you know your muscle strength can determine how long (& well) you live?

We all likely know recommended weekly exercise goal to stay healthy: 150 minutes of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. But an important, often forgotten …