Health & Wellness
Is Walking Exercise?
According to the National Institute of Health, walking is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier. Sometimes overlooked as a form of exercise, walking briskly can help you build stamina, burn excess calories and make your heart healthier. You do not have to walk for hours.…
Read MoreHow to reduce stress hormones: 5 ways to lower cortisol levels
According to a survey from the American Psychological Association, Americans are more stressed than ever. The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on America’s collective mental health, and issues such as climate change, inflation and racial inequality have contributed to increased stress across the nation. And stress doesn’t only impact mental health; Cortisol, a hormone associated…
Read MoreWhat to know about weight loss surgery and other options
In the United States, nearly 1 in 3 adults is overweight, and more than 2 in 5 are obese. For some, weight loss can be a lifelong challenge and according to our experts, obesity is a disease. If you or a loved one has struggled to lose weight and keep it off through diet and…
Read MoreIntegrated health care and coverage that optimizes workforce health
Fewer than half of Americans believe the country’s health care is properly managed, according to a 2022 poll by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.1 Navigating the U.S. medical system can be challenging for many. There’s a better way to deliver improved health care and health outcomes in Colorado. Kaiser Permanente does so with a…
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