Welcome to the path towards a healthier you
Alexandra Ispas
I am a health coach with a background in psychology and research. My goal is to be a partner on your path to health while offering evidence-based tips and tricks.
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You are able to achieve great things
I firmly believe that people are inherently strong and able to accomplish their goals. Our bodies are meant to survive and thrive and they will naturally be drawn to a state of balance if we provide enough nurture. Given the right circumstances, you find the strength that is within you to make the changes that are right for you.
Does sleep make you healthier?
Sleep is something we all do every single day of our lives. It’s one of the ways we keep on going, repair our bodies and maintain our health. Sleep is so vital that sleep deprivation has been used as torture and a method of interrogation. Why sleep is important, how it affects your health and how you can improve your sleep are all topics addressed in this article. So if you’re interested, please read on.
The startups that want to kick diabetes to the curb
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in many countries around the world. Most people diagnosed with diabetes have a lower quality of life and experience troubling symptoms. As a result, many entrepreneurs have decided to address these issues and improve the lives of people, either by trying to reinvent care for diabetes or to prevent this disease from occuring in the first place. This article lists some of these promising startups. Read on to find out more about them.
Surprising facts you need to know about postpartum depression
You may have heard about postpartum depression from the media, or you may have seen some information about it in various childbirth leaflets. While you may think you should not worry about this condition, postpartum depression affects many women and it can have consequences not only for the mother but also the infant, as well as the entire family. Thankfully, there are resources available for new mothers. This article delves into some of those resources. It also describes some of the most common risk factors for women when it comes to developing depression after giving birth. Read on to find out more.
Does sleep make you healthier?
Sleep is something we all do every single day of our lives. It’s one of the ways we keep on going, repair our bodies and maintain our health. Sleep is so vital that sleep deprivation has been used as torture and a method of interrogation. Why sleep is important, how it affects your health and how you can improve your sleep are all topics addressed in this article. So if you’re interested, please read on.
The startups that want to kick diabetes to the curb
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in many countries around the world. Most people diagnosed with diabetes have a lower quality of life and experience troubling symptoms. As a result, many entrepreneurs have decided to address these issues and improve the lives of people, either by trying to reinvent care for diabetes or to prevent this disease from occuring in the first place. This article lists some of these promising startups. Read on to find out more about them.
Surprising facts you need to know about postpartum depression
You may have heard about postpartum depression from the media, or you may have seen some information about it in various childbirth leaflets. While you may think you should not worry about this condition, postpartum depression affects many women and it can have consequences not only for the mother but also the infant, as well as the entire family. Thankfully, there are resources available for new mothers. This article delves into some of those resources. It also describes some of the most common risk factors for women when it comes to developing depression after giving birth. Read on to find out more.
Mental health startups to watch out for in 2021
Mental health problems are on the rise. Even so, many people fall between the cracks and never get to see a specialist who can help them address their problems. Fortunately, there are many startups trying to solve the existing gaps, even when it comes to emotional wellness. This post includes a list of startups that are trying to change mental health for the better.
How screen time can thwart your child’s healthy development
What is appropriate screen time for infants, toddler and older children? Are the recommendations something to follow to a tee or merely guidelines offering some rough estimates? While there may be many reasons why you’re for or against screen time in children, you might want to know what science has to say about it. This article presents the studies on screen time in children and its impact on health.
The grim facts about grief and how to rediscover meaning
In 2020 more than ever we have been faced with grief and bereavement. People have lost their loved ones or have seen them suffer, they have lost their jobs, their livelihoods, their homes and more. Grief is a natural consequence of this. Still, what does science say about this process? How can your health be impacted by bereavement? This article will tell you what grief and bereavement are, how they can impact your health, but also what may help you find the light at the end of the tunnel.