Health Topics

Heat stroke, dehydration, sunburn, and insect-borne illness spike in summer. Stay hydrated, use natural sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and use DEET-free insect repellents. Know the signs of heat exhaustion and Lyme disease.

Your skin is your largest organ and a window into internal health. Support skin health with antioxidant-rich foods, adequate hydration, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and avoiding processed foods and excess sugar. Natural topical remedies include aloe vera, coconut oil, and calendula.

• NIH News in Health – Keep your skin healthy

Maintaining a healthy weight reduces risk for diabetes, heart disease, joint problems, and certain cancers. Focus on whole foods, regular movement, stress management, and adequate sleep. Avoid fad diets — sustainable lifestyle change is the key.

• CDC – Healthy weight
• CDC – Healthy eating
• CDC – How much sleep
• CDC – Physical activity for adults
• CDC – Coping with stress

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the US. General education on this topic includes aerobic exercise, a Mediterranean-style diet, stress reduction, not smoking, and monitoring blood pressure and cholesterol. Omega-3s, CoQ10, magnesium, and hawthorn berry are well-studied in the literature.

• Vital Plan – Heart health

Protect your lungs with clean indoor air (HEPA filters, no smoking), regular aerobic exercise, and immune-supporting nutrients like vitamin C, zinc, and elderberry. Breathing exercises and yoga pranayama strengthen respiratory muscles and improve lung capacity.

• American Lung Association – Protecting your lungs

The thyroid regulates metabolism, energy, and mood. Topics in the literature include adequate iodine, selenium, and zinc; avoiding excessive soy and raw cruciferous vegetables; stress management; and regular screening if you have symptoms of hypo- or hyperthyroidism.

Eczema, psoriasis, acne, and rosacea are topics often discussed in integrative wellness writing. Topics in the literature include elimination diets, probiotics, omega-3 supplementation, stress reduction, and targeted topical botanicals like calendula, tea tree oil, and colloidal oatmeal.

• AANMC – Naturopathic skin care

Topics in the literature on brain health include regular aerobic exercise, a diet rich in omega-3s and antioxidants, quality sleep, stress management, and social connection. Supplements discussed in research include omega-3 DHA, lion's mane mushroom, phosphatidylserine, and bacopa monnieri.

Topics in wellness writing on women's health include hormonal balance, menstrual health, fertility, perimenopause, and menopause. Herbs such as black cohosh, vitex, and maca are discussed in the literature. Regular screening and consultation with your own clinician are essential.

• Sassy Holistics – Holistic health for men

Chronic pain and muscle issues are topics often discussed in holistic wellness writing. Topics in the literature include anti-inflammatory diet, magnesium, acupuncture, massage, chiropractic care, yoga, and mind-body practices. Turmeric/curcumin, boswellia, and topical arnica are well-studied natural options.

• Healthline – How to gain muscle
• Mayo Clinic – Bone health
• Vital Plan – Joint health

Autoimmune conditions — including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Hashimoto's, and multiple sclerosis — are topics sometimes discussed in gut-health and integrative wellness writing. Topics in the literature include anti-inflammatory diet, stress reduction, vitamin D optimization, and identifying dietary triggers.

• MedlinePlus – Immune system
• Healthline – Foods that boost the immune system