Posture 101: good posture, bad posture + 5 tips to improve yours
Tyler Waclawski, a certified exercise physiologist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that good posture can be achieved through simple, basic concepts.
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Winter hygiene & COVID-19: 5 facts to help you stay safe
Dr. Chris Andershock, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses extra precautions to take when it comes to winter weather and gear.
How often should you weigh yourself? One dietitian answers 5 key questions
For many Tennesseans struggling with obesity, diabetes or heart disease, achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is a worthy goal.
Burnout culture 101: how to fight emotional exhaustion at work and at home
The concept was traditionally applied to the workplace, says Dr. Deborah Gatlin, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. But recently it’s become relevant to more than that.
10 facts about handwashing — and how to get it right
Now more than ever, handwashing is a critical weapon in the fight against COVID-19, says Dr. Andrea Willis, chief medical officer at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
How sugary beverages affect health in Tennessee (and what to drink instead)
Reena Panjwani, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says beverages can be a sneaky way of adding “empty” calories to your diet.
5 muscle relaxation techniques you can do at home
Nicole Stenberg, a certified exercise physiologist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that stress manifests physically whether we realize it or not.
What to think about to fall asleep: 7 tips for sleeping soundly
Dr. Jill Amos, licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says we need to be preparing all day to get a good night’s sleep.
Diabetes & COVID-19: get the facts + 5 tips to stay safe
WellTuned got the facts and advice from Dr. Jennifer Gholson, chief medical officer for Shared Health, a subsidiary of BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
Stress in 2020: 9 ways to protect your mental health
Dr. Bryan W. Heckman, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Meharry Medical College, says stressors people are facing now are real and very different.