June’s arrival ushers in many perks of summer. However, one of the few downsides to summer is it can be easy to let wellness routines fall by the wayside. Remember: Health is a year-round focus. So use this mini checklist to stay healthy during these warmer months. Smart Skincare “A tan, whether from a tanning bed or the sun, is…
Being in a community with others is a gift. But it can also be challenging to consistently find common ground amongst differing perspectives and personality types. Plus, just as individuals grow and change, the communities we belong to will too. This is true of neighborhoods, familial relationships and our TOPS chapters. Even when individuals agree on common goals, we may…
Burnout is more than just a buzzword—it is a reality many of us are struggling to avoid at home and work. In fact, Forbes recently highlighted a new study that revealed that job burnout is at 66%—an “all-time high” in the United States. And a 2024 report released by the Alzheimer’s Association stated that two in three of unpaid adult caregivers “have…
For many TOPS members, deciding how to use your daily exchanges is typically going to align with the portions of each food and/or condiment(s) that are a part of individual meals and snacks. However, when selecting recipes to feed a whole family or several guests, the number of servings may be equally important. Which is why using the words portion…
Not every type of movement is accessible to all body types. However, limited mobility does not mean that you should forgo engaging in physical activity altogether. Regular exercise provides a health boost in myriad ways, especially in terms of mental fitness and emotional well-being. A study published by the American Medical Association in 2024 stated, “The mental health benefits of…
What you think and say about your ability to live a healthier and more active life sometimes has very little to do with your actual capabilities. The stories we tell ourselves, in addition to the false perceptions others can have about us that we gradually internalize, can become mental roadblocks to achieving our wellness goals. In other words, if you…
Feeling more stressed than jolly during the month of December is not abnormal. Especially when you consider how many people are already trying to decrease their stress levels long before the holiday season begins. According to research conducted by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, “Seven out of ten adults in the United States say they experience stress or…
Health-related topics and the wellness industry are both inundated with misinformation. The myths that have circulated for decades continue to be repeated because many people stopped questioning their validity years ago. Over generations, these false truths gradually get absorbed as facts rather than recognized as subjective opinions or societal preferences. Here are 3 examples: “Fresh produce is the ‘most’ nutritious.”…
Do you shy away from making meal prep a consistent habit? Is the thought of having to eat the same dish several times in one week the reason why? But what if you could cook once, but have three to five different entrees waiting to be savored in five minutes or less on the remaining six days? That idea probably…