Many Americans face stress regularly, whether from work deadlines, financial pressures, or personal obligations. While short-term stress is a normal part of life, chronic stress can increase the risk of serious health issues, including heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity. Stress affects not only mental health but also physical well-being.

With Thanksgiving and the holidays approaching, it’s the perfect time to enjoy family, friends, and good food. But for those managing chronic conditions, it’s easy for routines to slip during all the excitement.

Diabetes affects over 37 million Americans, with nearly 1 in 5 unaware of their condition. This silent, progressive disease not only impacts quality of life but also raises the risk of severe complications, like heart disease, stroke, and kidney issues.

Mental health is an integral part of our overall well-being, yet millions across the U.S. face mental health challenges each year. Conditions like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia affect countless individuals, families, and communities.

For individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, and depression, following a consistent medication regimen is key to staying healthy.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of Americans get sick from the flu each season, with some cases resulting in hospitalization or death. Learn more about the flu and how you can prevent it.

September is National Cholesterol Education Month— Statins are a powerful tool in managing cholesterol and preventing heart disease. Statins are a class of medications that effectively lower LDL cholesterol levels by reducing the liver's production of cholesterol.

Psoriasis affects over 8 million people in the U.S. It affects men and women equally, often starting between ages 15 and 25. Psoriasis most often occurs on the elbows, knees, scalp, lower back, face, palms, and soles. People with psoriasis are more likely to develop other serious health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and depression. 

The average American spends about $1,300 annually on prescription drugs, and 1 in 4 Americans struggle to afford their medications. Prescription drug prices in the United States rank among the highest globally.

The FDA reports that over 100,000 Americans suffer annually from complications due to preventable medication errors, which can occur at any level of medical care—administration, prescription or ingestion.

Skin cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer globally. Non-melanoma skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, are the most common types, while melanoma is less common but more dangerous.

Millions of people in the United States are affected by mental illness each year. In fact, mental illnesses are some of the most common health conditions in the country. While more than 1 in 5 U.S. adults (22.8%) experience mental illness annually, only about half (47.2%) of people with mental illness receive treatment, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 795,000 Americans will have a new or recurrent stroke this year. Many people think of strokes as only affecting the elderly, but 25% of all strokes occur in those under the age of 65. Stroke is not only the third-leading cause of death among Americans, but also a leading cause of long-term disability.

Millions of Americans suffer from seasonal allergies every year. Springtime allergens, such as blossoming flowers, weeds and grasses, can cause seasonal allergies.

Dehydration occurs when you lose more water than you take in and your body does not have enough water to carry out normal functions. Even mild dehydration can cause symptoms such as weakness, dizziness, and fatigue.

GLP-1 is a hormone produced in the intestines that plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar levels and appetite. This hormone also delays the time it takes for the stomach to empty after eating, increasing feelings of satiation and fullness.

Chronic inflammation in the body can contribute to the development of various chronic conditions, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, allergies, and other disease states. Nutrition plays a key role in reducing chronic inflammation and promoting a longer lifespan.