Author: FRANK JOST

In a world saturated with constant news cycles and social media comparisons, finding genuine moments of gratitude can be a refreshing respite in 2025. Cultivating a habit of counting our blessings not only nurtures mental well-being but also reshapes how we approach day-to-day life by anchoring us in positivity and purpose. Embracing digital tools such as a Gratitude Journal or a Blessings Tracker can amplify this practice, providing accessible ways to reflect, remember, and renew our outlook amid life’s ongoing complexities. This year marks an opportunity to transform our mindset by intentionally acknowledging the gifts of every day, even amidst…

In 1998, Marsha McFall’s kidney failure basically came out of the blue. At the time, she considered herself a pretty healthy, middle-aged woman. She attended graduate school, worked full time as a nursing professor at St. John’s College of Nursing. She was also raising three young children. Her life was busy, even stressful at times, but still – she had no history of kidney issues. When her physical came back, there was protein in the urine, and she was monitored closely. Eventually she was diagnosed with IgA Nephropathy, a common autoimmune disease, which generally only leads to kidney failure in…

Every parent wants their child to be happy and healthy. They want to see their child playing with buddies and laughing about something silly that happened at school. They want their kid to be carefree. Unfortunately, for children and adolescents who suffer from depression, that isn’t always possible. Today, May 9, is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day and a perfect opportunity for parents to speak to their children about emotional and behavioral health. “From birth, we are developing skills to regulate our emotions and behaviors,” said docotr. “As a parent, it is critical to respond to an upset child…

In the early 2020s, GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy changed the conversation around weight loss. Today, a new buzzword is dominating the wellness industry: peptides. From elite athletes chasing recovery to influencers seeking the “fountain of youth,” peptides are being hailed as the next frontier of biohacking. But as the market grows, so do the questions regarding safety, legality, and what actually works. Key Takeaways Naturally Occurring: Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as biological messengers. FDA Status: While some (like Insulin and GLP-1s) are FDA-approved, many sold online are “research grade” and not cleared for…