Healthy UNH Blogger: Anna Lussier
Get informed on how to effectively use emergency rooms and urgent care facilities so you aren’t stuck overpaying for necessary medical services As young adults most of us are not fully informed about healthcare costs because our parents handle most of our healthcare related services. It is important to start informing yourself about how to save money related to healthcare, so you can become a wise healthcare consumer. It can sometimes be easier and more convenient to visit an urgent care... Read More
Do you make the time to do things that are enjoyable and beneficial to your overall health and wellbeing? UNH offers various forms of massage therapy to not just students, but also employees! The Office of Health Education and Promotion through Health Services highly promotes massage therapy as a way to improve an individual’s overall health. The website defines massage therapy as a form of bodywork that is used to improve function within the body, and it promotes relaxation and improved... Read More
Are you looking to make some changes to your diet in order to be healthier? If so, there are many easy and small changes that you can make to your diet that can greatly benefit your health. Here are three things that you can do to easily improve your diet. Cut the Sugar. It is well known that sugar is very tasty but not very good for you. The Livestrong website states that sugar can lead to weight gain and increased risk for diseases. The website also states there is a lot of excess sugar found... Read More
Going to the gym at UNH can be an overwhelming and time consuming experience There are many ways you can get necessary amounts of physical activity in the comfort of your own home (or dorm room) If you are someone who enjoys the lively aspects of the gym and using all the machines, then keep doing what you’re doing! But if you are someone who gets overwhelmed by the gym atmosphere, and you don’t want to put the time and effort into understanding each machine, working out alone in your room can... Read More
Have you ever considered how even small amounts of walking each day could greatly improve your health and overall wellbeing? It is easy to forget about how important it is to stay active as a busy adult who is dealing with the stresses of everyday life. The Harvard Medical School website states that walking does not get the credit that it deserves, and it provides more health benefits than many people think! There is no need to pay for an expensive gym membership, or to learn how to operate... Read More
It is time to learn the truth about being a vegetarian, and it is time to understand all of the health benefits that come along with being a vegetarian. This is the perfect time to consider how becoming a vegetarian could positively impact your health. Many adults have had the same eating habits for a long time, and it can hard to keep an open mind and try new things. The question that I pose to you is: Would you be open to becoming a vegetarian if you knew how much your health could improve?... Read More
It's time to reflect on the state of your own mental health and try something new that could help you cope with some of the daily struggles in your life. The Huffington Post states that anyone could benefit from therapy, even if they are the healthiest person in the world. The article states that “therapy can help you handle emotions from problems or stressors, even if they aren’t dramatically life-altering or traumatic.” Do not underestimate your own emotional, physical, or mental struggles.... Read More
How Tobacco Use Could Hinder Your Academic Performance as a College Student College can be an overwhelming experience for many, and everyone copes with stress differently. Although tobacco use is not as common as it was in the past, many young students still use tobacco for various reasons. Throughout the years, tobacco use in the United States has greatly decreased because U.S. citizens have become very aware of how life threatening it can be. According to The U.S. Department of Health and... Read More
It is Time to Fully Understand How to Save Money on Healthcare, and How to Maximize all of the Benefits that you Receive In the world that we live in today, the cost and complexity of healthcare causes many hardworking, middle class Americans to be unaware of whether or not they are maximizing their current healthcare plan. Not only are many Americans not fully aware of their benefits, but they could also be saving much needed money on healthcare costs. As a consumer, it is important to... Read More
The Beginning Of Any Semester Can Cause A Great Deal Of Stress, And In Order To Have A Successful Year, Mental Wellness Is Key As a faculty member, you have a lot going on. You are busy with students, grading, and your personal life. It is easy to forget about your own mental wellness as an adult because life can so easily get in the way. The question that I pose to you is: HOW DO YOU STAY STRESS FREE, AND WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY? There are many things that you can do to reduce stress. It is... Read More
