How reading can benefit your mental health
Laura Bertrand, a licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how reading calms us and benefits our well-being.
Laura Bertrand, a licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how reading calms us and benefits our well-being.
Aubrey Schmissrauter, an exercise specialist on the Employee Wellbeing Team with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how stress impacts our breathing and what to do about it.
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee explains what we should know about vitamin D and vitamin D supplements.
Dr. Judith Overton, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that taking a month off from alcohol can help you form better habits and establish a healthier relationship with alcohol.
Like most people with obstructive sleep apnea, Dr. Overton wasn’t aware she had a problem until a colleague urged her to get checked out. She went for a sleep study, and the results surprised her.
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for increasing your daily water intake and explains why it matters.
Dr. Deborah Gatlin, a child psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why many feel down this time of year and what you can do to overcome it.
Susan Thomas, a registered dietitian for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says you shouldn’t try to universally eliminate carbs from your diet.
Tyler Waclawski, employee well-being manager for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says having a healthy activity as part of your routine will increase your chance of staying healthy through the holidays and beyond.
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, warns that sleep-deprived teens have a higher incidence of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors.