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Menopause

How to Take an Integrative Health Approach to Perimenopause

Wayne Jonas M.D. on July 15, 2021

Should your 40s come with a warning label? Try this integrative approach to perimenopause for the relief of common symptoms.

Should your 40s come with a warning label? Try this integrative approach to perimenopause for the relief of common symptoms.

Menopause

Peri-What? Know Your Perimenopause

Wayne Jonas M.D. on July 8, 2021

Depression. Irritability. Hot flashes. Weight gain. Unexpected acne, headaches, brittle nails, vaginal dryness. What's going on? It could be perimenopause.

Depression. Irritability. Hot flashes. Weight gain. Unexpected acne, headaches, brittle nails, vaginal dryness. What's going on? It could be perimenopause.

Health

How We Can Provide Better Primary Health Care

Wayne Jonas M.D. on June 29, 2021

As horrific as the COVID-19 pandemic has been, it is bringing to bear what leaders and practitioners in health care already knew: Our system has a glaring weakness in primary care.

As horrific as the COVID-19 pandemic has been, it is bringing to bear what leaders and practitioners in health care already knew: Our system has a glaring weakness in primary care.

Stress

10 Steps to a More Fulfilled and Healthier Post-Pandemic Life

Wayne Jonas M.D. on June 22, 2021

Implement healthy habits by focusing on creating positive change and building confidence in your ability to change.

Implement healthy habits by focusing on creating positive change and building confidence in your ability to change.

Health

Emerging Into Health After the Pandemic

Wayne Jonas M.D. on June 10, 2021

Did you develop some less-than-healthy habits during the pandemic? Here’s how to shift back this summer.

Did you develop some less-than-healthy habits during the pandemic? Here’s how to shift back this summer.

Menopause

Lessen Migraine Pain, Improve Quality of Life

Wayne Jonas M.D. on June 3, 2021

There are different kinds of headaches, and some are more serious than others. When dealing with headaches, we look at symptoms, severity, triggers, frequency, and life impact.

There are different kinds of headaches, and some are more serious than others. When dealing with headaches, we look at symptoms, severity, triggers, frequency, and life impact.

Health

An Integrative Approach to Taking Care of Your Body and Mind

Wayne Jonas M.D. on May 26, 2021

By attending to the whole person, we can unleash the power of healing and well-being.

By attending to the whole person, we can unleash the power of healing and well-being.

Health

Three Healing Steps to Stop Pouring From an Empty Cup

Wayne Jonas M.D. on May 21, 2021

Is the weight of juggling it all overwhelming you? Here are 3 simple steps you can take as a mother to reinvigorate your life.

Is the weight of juggling it all overwhelming you? Here are 3 simple steps you can take as a mother to reinvigorate your life.

Burnout

A Move From Burnout Culture to Wellness Culture

Wayne Jonas M.D. on May 10, 2021

The glamorization of overworking needs to stop now. This notion that strong, resilient people do not need a break feels true, but it is not.

The glamorization of overworking needs to stop now. This notion that strong, resilient people do not need a break feels true, but it is not.

Health

Walking Meetings: The Future of Safely Collaborating

Wayne Jonas M.D. on March 22, 2021

When you or your team feels isolated, burnt out, or disconnected — or when virtual engagement activities just aren’t cutting it — it’s time to put on your walking shoes.

When you or your team feels isolated, burnt out, or disconnected — or when virtual engagement activities just aren’t cutting it — it’s time to put on your walking shoes.

Environment

The Healing Power of Nature

Wayne Jonas M.D. on March 15, 2021

Even a small amount of time spent outdoors can physically, mentally, and spiritually impact health positively.

Even a small amount of time spent outdoors can physically, mentally, and spiritually impact health positively.

Relationships

The Power of Relationships As We Age

Wayne Jonas M.D. on March 9, 2021

To some, it feels like life past age 65 is an ending. But it shouldn’t be. Because the more active you remain—both physically and mentally—the more successful this time will be.

To some, it feels like life past age 65 is an ending. But it shouldn’t be. Because the more active you remain—both physically and mentally—the more successful this time will be.

Meditation

Mind-Body Approaches to Pain Relief

Wayne Jonas M.D. on February 16, 2021

What do pain relief methods currently offered in hospitals treating children have in common? All of them shift the focus off pain, calm the mind, and relax the body.

What do pain relief methods currently offered in hospitals treating children have in common? All of them shift the focus off pain, calm the mind, and relax the body.

Relationships

Relationship Check-Up: 4 Steps to Healing Relationships

Wayne Jonas M.D. on February 9, 2021

During the pandemic, relationships have been more critical than ever, in part due to their healing nature and the harmful effects of loneliness.

During the pandemic, relationships have been more critical than ever, in part due to their healing nature and the harmful effects of loneliness.

Stress

Integrative Approaches to Treat Migraine Headaches

Wayne Jonas M.D. on January 19, 2021

It is estimated that over 50 percent of people with migraine headaches use integrative medicine approaches to prevent and address their migraine symptoms.

It is estimated that over 50 percent of people with migraine headaches use integrative medicine approaches to prevent and address their migraine symptoms.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

How to Have a More Mindful Holiday Season

Wayne Jonas M.D. on December 22, 2020

Change gives us a chance to mix things up — to change our mindset. Even though this year’s holiday limitations may be difficult, you can take the opportunity to become more mindful.

Change gives us a chance to mix things up — to change our mindset. Even though this year’s holiday limitations may be difficult, you can take the opportunity to become more mindful.

Appetite

Foods With More Energy and Better Healing for Cancer Patients

Wayne Jonas M.D. on November 17, 2020

Healthy eating can help you heal. Some cancer treatments work better if you’re well-nourished and are getting enough calories and protein, according to the American Cancer Society.

Healthy eating can help you heal. Some cancer treatments work better if you’re well-nourished and are getting enough calories and protein, according to the American Cancer Society.

Stress

Managing Election Stress and Burnout

Wayne Jonas M.D. on October 13, 2020

Just when you think you have a handle on the craziness, along comes a presidential election. Here are a few suggestions for coping with election-year stress and burnout.

Just when you think you have a handle on the craziness, along comes a presidential election. Here are a few suggestions for coping with election-year stress and burnout.

Stress

5 Common Cancer Myths You Should Tune Out

Wayne Jonas M.D. on October 6, 2020

There is no credible evidence for these common cancer myths. Paying attention to them only causes more stress and worry.

There is no credible evidence for these common cancer myths. Paying attention to them only causes more stress and worry.

Trauma

Journaling is Your Safe Place to Face Your Trauma

Wayne Jonas M.D. on September 29, 2020

Journaling is a way of going on a retreat without leaving home. It is a way to access and acknowledge experiences that may be causing pain and reintegrate them into your life.

Journaling is a way of going on a retreat without leaving home. It is a way to access and acknowledge experiences that may be causing pain and reintegrate them into your life.