Nobody loves getting shots, and very few of us enjoy wearing a gown that leaves our backside open to the breeze. But there’s a reason—lots of reasons, actually—that your doctor wants you to come in once a year for a detailed physical exam. Read on and you can thank us later.
Read MoreEven if you survived the “Fitness Cliff”—that’s the steep precipice from which a full third of New Year’s Resolutioners seem to fall every year around February 9—you should still brace yourself. With bikini season finally here, there’s a second wave of get-in-shape messaging rising above you as we speak.
Read MoreAt Carepoynt, we believe in living holistically balanced lives—and for us, that includes the robust enjoyment of a variety of delicious foods, as part of a healthy lifestyle and a well-rounded diet. For this reason, we wanted to call out a handful of food types that are often substituted for another perfectly healthy food that’s getting a bad rap because it doesn’t conform to a specific diet protocol. The top three might surprise you.
Read MoreThough the average life expectancy in the U.S. is 78 years, there are also more than 70,000 Americans who have surpassed their 100th birthday. New York Times best-selling author Dan Buettner and National Geographic teamed up with the world’s leading demographers, medical researchers, anthropologists, epidemiologists and longevity experts to crack the code of living—and living well—past a hundred.
Read MoreSpring 2018 is already well underway, but unusual weather patterns this year may have removed many of the external stimuli that would typically trigger your annual seasonal cleaning session. That’s why we wanted to weigh in with a friendly reminder: it’s not too late for an epic spring cleaning sesh! Here are six reasons doing a deep, thorough spring cleaning is actually really good for you—environmentally, physically, and psychologically as well.
Read MoreWith round two of cold/flu season officially underway, maybe it’s time to turn to the pantry where a rich stock of preventive and therapeutic ingredients is standing by to help. Here are eight ways to boost your immune system with wholesome foods and herbs you already have at home.
Read MoreIt’s time to expect more from the things you put in your mouth, especially with summer around the corner! Root vegetables not only have satiating starch-like properties—they’re loaded with nutrients and can help you feel fuller, longer. Here are five simple sides to make any meal more satisfying.
Read MoreCovering a total area of about 20 feet, your skin is your body’s largest organ—and one of the most important. Yet for most of us, the skin is something we don’t think about until there’s a problem. Here at Carepoynt, we’re all about making healthy choices every day—and that includes being proactive about the health of your skin. Our partner Horizon Dermatology & Laser Institute is here to help.
Read MoreYou likely already know that regular physical activity is a critical component of a healthy lifestyle; it’s known to help in numerous ways to improve your overall well-being. But surrounded as we are by flashy cardio workouts, it’s easy to overlook the one workout everyone needs: strength training.
Read MoreWinter weather is notoriously hard on skin. Here are five of our favorite ultra-hydrating skin masks designed to drench your skin with moisture—for a soft, healthy-looking complexion this winter.
Read MorePsychologists have long known that extrinsic motivation—behavior driven by the anticipation of being rewarded by others for engaging in specific actions—can have a dramatic impact on the choices we make every day.
Read MoreYour friends at Carepoynt are pretty passionate about wellness; it’s our mission to provide you with hundreds of easy ways to be rewarded for making healthy choices every day.
Read MoreIf you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably had tantalizing pictures from one of those ubiquitous meal delivery services pop up in your feed—either posted by the company themselves, or by a friend who’s trying out one of their meals.
Read MoreIt seems like every other day there’s a new article making the rounds on social media, claiming that one of your guiltiest pleasures (cheese, chocolate, tequila and even CAKE) is actually good for you.
Read MoreFor decades, telehealth (also referred to as telemedicine) platforms have made it possible for physicians to care for patients in remote areas using computer-based “health portals.”
Read MoreJust like that tired old music playlist, your regular workouts can “fatigue” from overuse—both mentally and physically.
Read MoreHere at Carepoynt, we’re passionate about helping our members maintain great health from head to toe.
Read MoreWhether you’re cooking for a family of picky eaters or preparing a meal just for yourself, we ALL struggle with weeknight meals.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever volunteered, whether you handed out hot lunches at your local homeless shelter or helped to build a new home with Habitat for Humanity, you know that “giving of yourself” just feels good.
Read MoreFor every person who dreads winter’s dark nights and chilly temps, there’s a powderhound who can’t wait for the streets—and, more importantly, the local mountains—to be blanketed with snow.
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