How not to dread your next meeting or lecture. By Barrett White Heavy workloads, deadlines, screen time, pressure, and stress ā these are all typical challenges of work and school. But for these challenges to push you to the point of burnout is a problem. But what is burnout? Aside from stress, the Harvard Business …
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Recovery can boost overall performance, while overuse can lead to injury. By Barrett White Whether youāre new to the gym or youāre a seasoned athlete, rest days are crucial to allow your body time to repair and benefit from the work you put into it. Resting is necessary for performance, muscle growth, and preventing fatigue …
By Barrett White As we step into National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week this week and approach Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31, itās crucial to highlight the unique health concerns and care necessities of the LGBTQ+ community. Legacy Community Health knows this is important dialogue for equitable healthcare access and fostering an inclusive environment …
Stomach pains making you feel yucky? Paying attention to your gut could turn your frown upside down. by Dr. Amelia Averyt What exactly is abdominal pain? Your abdomen houses your stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small/large intestines, and blood vessels among other connective tissues that keep these organs in place and oriented correctly. The abdomen and …
What is sleep and why do we need it? By Barrett White For adults ages 18-64, roughly 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night are necessary for proper bodily and cognitive function. Adults who get fewer hours of sleep per night on a regular basis may risk mood shifts and cognitive decline, like experiencing …
Losing taste for cowās milk? Here are a few alternatives approved by Legacy dieticians. by Ashley Guidry For centuries, cowās milk has been used in many cultures. Milk is the source of all dairy products and contains almost every single nutrient our body needs. This includes water, carbs, sugar, and a rich source of protein. …
Food has a deep connection to culture. Beyond that, sometimes it just makes you feel good! By Barrett White We didnāt give certain dishes the name ācomfort foodsā for nothing. Itās food that has deep emotional ties to you: Maybe the dish has cultural significance It reminds you of your childhood, or otherwise simpler times …
Both Legacy and the City of Houston are sponsoring community events this spring. By Barrett White Throughout February and into the springtime months, Legacy will be hosting our own community events, as will the City of Houston. With the season just a couple months ahead, so what better time to start penciling fun community events …
By Ashley Guidry In honor of the big game this weekend, letās answer the real questions sports fans are curious about. Whether football, soccer, baseball, or hockey, nothing gets the blood pumping like good olā sports. Fans of all ages can relate to the euphoric feeling of game day, yet have any of us really …
By Ashley Guidry If youāre living the single life and donāt have a partner to keep you company, expand your options! Spend Cupidās holiday your way! According to the Census Bureau, about 50% of adults are single in the U.S. Thatās about 126.9 million people who are unmarried. When Valentineās Day rolls around most singles …