All posts by Eric Jackson

Little boy eating chocolate

6 Surprising Foods with Caffeine—and What to Do When You’ve Had Too Much

Caffeine can impact your sleep and make you anxious, and considering there are so many drinks and foods with caffeine, you may not realize how much you’re consuming.

Basketball players drinking water

Recognizing Dehydration Symptoms in Athletes

Athletes of every age, ability and activity are at risk of experiencing dehydration symptoms. Maintaining proper hydration before, during and after exercise is key to performing your best and getting the greatest benefit out of your workouts.

Bowl with tofu and veggies

Is Tofu a Healthy Alternative to Meat?

A person’s food preferences can become a big debate. Tofu versus meat is a prime example, showcasing how different nutritional concepts can often clash. Which is healthier, though? Learn more about tofu to understand what sets it apart from traditional protein.

Man stretching at his desk

Exercise Snacks & Other Ways to Counteract Too Much Sitting

If you spend hours each day sitting at a desk in front of a computer, you aren’t alone. Could “exercise snacks” be enough to counteract all that sitting?

Pickleball Match

Preventing Pickleball Injuries

Pickleball-related injuries range from mild sprains to severe muscular strains and joint complications. Thankfully, many players can effectively prevent and treat these injuries by knowing what causes them, how to prevent injury and what recovery looks like.

Woman Using Oxygen at the Office

Breathe Easier with Oxygen Therapy at Home and On the Go

Oxygen therapy may sound like a complex procedure that limits a person’s mobility and daily routine. However, the need for oxygen therapy doesn’t necessarily restrict a person from their regular daily life. Learn how oxygen therapy works and who it may benefit.

Woman talking to her doctor

What Symptoms Should You Discuss With Your Gynecologist?

How do you know when you need to see your gynecologist? Learn which symptoms you should never ignore.

People playing video games

Video Game Injuries: Virtual Fun with Real-Life Consequences

Whether you prefer a computer, game console, phone or virtual reality headset, gaming can cause real-life injuries. Understanding overuse injuries and why they happen can help you stay healthy, and pain-free while you play.

Man who looks tired and depressed - could it be low testosterone?

How Do You Know If You Have Low Testosterone, and What Can You Do?

When a man has low testosterone, it can cause many unwanted symptoms. But treatments are available that can help you get back to feeling like yourself again.

Mom with upset teen

Making Sense of Teens and Their Mood Swings

Teens and their moods can change like the weather: Sometimes they’re stormy and hot, other times they’re pleasant and calm, or they can be cold and icy. While parents can use apps to help prepare for volatile weather, they’re often caught completely unprepared when they find themselves in the path of a teen mood swing tornado.