How do you handle stress and anxiety?
I can not believe how often I hear the question “how do you handle anxiety?”, which makes me think how many people are suffering from stress and anxieties. Of course, we all have to deal with unusual circumstances and we all respond differently, we each let it affect us individually in different ways.
Thomas Iannucci set to launch his third studio album
In search of a coping mechanism for self-doubt and self-deprecation, both biproducts fueled by his high anxiety, Kaua‘i recording artist Thomas Iannucci chose to chronicle and explore the darker side of his emotions with his third studio offering, “Doubting Thomas.”
Hawai‘i Department of Health launches new, holiday guidelines
LIHU‘E — The holiday season is a time for celebrations and parties with family, friends and co-workers, but large gatherings are the primary cause of COVID-19 clusters.
Kukui Grove Center adjusts for COVID-19 holidays
LIHU‘E — Thanksgiving comes before Christmas, said Melissa McFerrin-Warrack Saturday during the launch of Merry Little Shop & Stroll that included distributions of special swag bags that were booked out within hours of the Thursday announcement on the Kukui Grove Center website.
Plants for athletic performance
In the fitness industry I’ve heard of just about every ergogenic supplement out there marketed towards athletes. Strikingly, most supplement shops are not marketing these pills, powders, and drinks to professional athletes.
Know why you lose your motivation for exercise
Many people start with a resolution on Monday to stick to their workout plan that week, but finish almost before they’ve started. Do you know why?
Real talk about mental health
Those words express the very real stigma that permeates our culture. To really understand why stigma is dangerous for our community, we must look at the definition.
Better Choices Better Health workshop series for seniors set
The Better Choices Better Health six-week series starts Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 17 and 18, and will be held via telephone conference call.
AARP Hawai‘i launches free caregiver webinars
HONOLULU — AARP Hawai‘i is offering free weekly Caregiver Wednesday webinars to provide valuable information and resources for caregivers on Zoom and the AARP Hawai‘i Facebook page every Wednesday at 4 p.m., starting today.
Men in Pink hold bake sale fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness
KILAUEA — Ending the month of October’s “Breast Cancer Awareness” in pink aspirations are three Kaua‘i men who proudly wear pink for those they love by hosting a bake sale Saturday, Oct. 31, raising funds for breast-cancer awareness in Kilauea from 1 to 4 p.m., at 4303 Kilauea Rd.
Fasting is one of the easiest ways to strengthen immunity
We are always living in a state of survival. This might be any type of chronic illness, virus or maybe a lifestyle related disease.
Alzheimer’s Association offers monthly online class
The Alzheimer’s Association, as part of its “Caregiver Training” for family caregivers, offers “Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body” class online Friday, Oct. 23.
‘At Risk’ and in shape!
The phrase “at risk” has been used to refer to people over the age of 65 who are at increased risk of hospitalization and fatality due to COVID-19.
Getting ready for 2021 Medicare Open Enrollment
The annual Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Plan open enrollment period is traditionally a time for educational events, classes and one on one meetings, but this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are some new and different ways to learn about Medicare.
Breast Cancer Awareness advice, perspective
LIHU‘E — The National Breast Cancer Foundation said that one in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime.
Cancer patient Katie Rampen learning journey continues
LIHU‘E — In March, Wellness Empowerment Coach Katie Rampen of Katie Rampen’s Healthy Families of Poipu, was diagnosed with breast cancer again despite having had a double mastectomy eight years ago.
Let’s talk about herbal medicine
Are you aware that some herbs have really powerful healing properties? We all use herbal medicine, maybe knowingly or maybe unknowingly.
Meet wellness columnist Cynthia Fowler
From the age of 17 I was sneaking out of the house at late hours of the night to walk to the 24-hour gym near my house in Tampa, Florida, and work out.
‘Banging chains’ on Kaua‘i
Walking through Lydgate State Park in Kapaʻa, you might hear the sound of chains rattling. After a moment of scanning the park, your eyes might land on players enjoying a round of disc golf, a sport that has been rapidly evolving and expanding here on Kauaʻi.
Hawai‘i Pacific Health presents health care webinar
HONOLULU — Recognizing the ongoing challenges and concerns presented by the current pandemic, Hawai‘i Pacific Health will host a free public webinar, “Managing Your Health & Well-Being During COVID,” at noon Thursday, Oct. 8.