Year: 2020

Halloween is usually a fun day full of costumes, imagination and, of course, tons of candy. The COVID-19 pandemic may mean Halloween will look very different this year; however, there are still some low-risk ways to make your at-home party fun and healthy! Remember Balance Keep in mind that Halloween is just one day a…

When you’re feeling down, it can be tempting to turn to food to lift your spirits. However, the sugary, high-calorie treats that many people crave have negative consequences. On the other hand, certain foods have been shown to improve brain health and make you feel happier. Chances are, you have one or more of these…

There are health and personal benefits that a gym membership can bring into your life. When you start attending a morning gym regularly, chances are you are starting down the road to a physically healthy lifestyle. The camaraderie is energizing; even the muscle soreness makes you feel more alive. But did you know that at…

You’ve no doubt heard the saying, “College isn’t for everyone,” and if you’re someone who is neurodiverse or has a learning disability, maybe you think that’s true for you. But whether you are an A student or a student for whom nothing about getting an education has come easily, we want you to remember that…

In popular culture, fad dieting refers to trendy, weight-loss methods that promise fast and easy results —at the risk of malnutrition or other mental and physical negative effects. These diets typically last a few weeks; not necessarily appealing to people’s desire to stay healthy, but a vain desire for a better physical image. So while…

Newport Beach, CA (August 28, 2020) – For the second year in a row, Poppy Life Care has been named among the Top-Rated Nonprofits by GreatNonprofits, a leading website featuring reviews and comments on more than 1 million charities and nonprofit organizations. The 2020 Top-Rated Nonprofit award designation is given to organizations that have received…

The gut and brain are connected and in communication with each other; it’s called the gut-brain axis, and our microbiome may play an important role in this connection. A microbiome is a major ecological community of bacteria, viruses, yeast, and other microbes living in and on your body, sending signals to your brain that affect…