Category: Stress

Walking with others is a simple way to stay active while also building meaningful social connections. Photo Credit: RHN Team Picture Bank Human beings are social creatures. Our brains are wired to seek connection not only for enjoyment but also as a means of survival. Research suggests that social connection, which refers to how people […]

This fact sheet is Part 1 of the Hormones and Chronic Disease series. Follow along each month to learn more about hormones and how they impact chronic disease risk, prevention, and management.   Introduction  Hormones are part of the endocrine system which includes various glands (pituitary gland, pineal gland, hypothalamus, parathyroid, thyroid, thymus, and adrenal gland) and organs […]

Quality sleep gives your body the time it needs to recover, restore energy, and prepare for your next day of physical activity. Image Credit: Canva Quality sleep is essential for good health, yet many adults do not get enough of it. Sleep is much more than a time to rest. It is when the body […]

During sleep, the body repairs muscle tissue, regulates hormones, and restores energy, making adequate sleep an essential part of recovery and overall health. Image Credit: Canva Why Sleep Matters Sleep is an essential biological process that supports physical, mental, and emotional health. Although sleep is often viewed as a period of rest, the body remains […]

Sickness absence remains one of the most significant contributors to economic and social challenges, directly impacting daily workplace operations and overall organizational effectiveness. In 2003, reports indicated that over 176 million working days were lost due to sickness absence. Today, that figure has risen dramatically, with billions of workdays lost annually due to illnesses. What […]

Gardening and caring for plants is much more than a hobby. While there are many well-known health benefits of having plants in and around your home, including the physical activity involved in gardening and nutritional value of consuming produce harvested from the garden, there are many other ways tending to plants can support our overall […]

Maternal mental health is a nuanced topic involving many diverse factors which shapes different outcomes from woman to woman. Women with maternal mental health concerns should practice gentle care with themselves to support themselves and their babies. Image Credit: RHN Team Picture Bank Introduction Part one of this maternal mental health series introduced the perinatal mental […]

Everyone experiences periods of stress throughout their life. When stress levels remain high, they can cause elevated blood pressure and increased glucose (blood sugar) levels, both of which are risk factors for chronic conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Stress can also lead to unhealthy coping behaviors, including overeating and excessive alcohol consumption, which further […]

Chronic Health Conditions and Disability Chronic health conditions, such as cancer, arthritis, and diabetes, tend to develop gradually and worsen over time. When chronic health conditions transition from an asymptomatic to a symptomatic stage, they can contribute to the onset of disability. Diabetes, for example, is a condition in which the body either does not […]

The world is filled with nature. Natural environments, ranging from forests and coastal areas to community parks, gardens, and even indoor spaces with plants, are an integral part of daily life. Beyond their aesthetic value, these environments are increasingly recognized as contributors to human health and wellbeing. Overview of Nature and Health A growing body […]