Mind-Body Exercise Can Help Reduce Pain and Stress

Exercise: A Therapy for Fibromyalgia

Dr. Jolene BrightenWellbeing

Fibromyalgia is a disorder that effects multiple systems in the body with symptoms including chronic deep muscle pain, depression, memory disruption and sleep disturbances. Chronic psychological stress coupled with an inappropriate stress response is noted to be the primary cause of fibromyalgia in a recent review by Charles Vierck, published in the journal of Pain Research and Treatment. The imbalance in …

holiday weight gain

Holiday Weight Gain Myths Debunked: What Really Happens and How to Stay Healthy

Dr. Jolene BrightenWhat to Eat

The holiday season is a time of celebration, family gatherings, and delicious food. But for many, it also brings worries about holiday weight gain and how to avoid it. I’m not here to finger wag or shame you about how you choose to enjoy your holidays. My aim in this article is to help you support your metabolic health and …

Decrease Breast Cancer Risk Factors

6 Simple Ways to Decrease Breast Cancer Risk Factors

Dr. Jolene BrightenWellbeing

Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers among women globally, affecting approximately one in eight women1 in the United States during their lifetime. Women in the U.S. are diagnosed with breast cancer more than any other type of cancer2 except skin cancer. Despite this significant statistic, there are many proactive steps we can take to mitigate our risk.  …