How to Treat a Sty

While a sty is often more a nuisance than a medical issue, it is important to understand what sties are, what cause them, how you can treat them, and when to see a doctor. Overview A sty (sometimes spelled stye) is a small infection of the eyelid’s oil gland(s)....

Spring Forward the Fun: How to Hike Safely

Spring is in the air and that means Utah’s hiking opportunities are opening up. With so many moderate to advanced and family-friendly hikes, our backyard is full of spring and summer fun activities. Hiking is an excellent activity to living a healthy lifestyle...

Why Water Benefits Your Health

You may have read last week’s post about how much water you should drink every day. While it contains helpful information about determining correct water consumption amounts, it doesn’t explain why water is so important. Because the body is made up of 60%...

3 Steps to Living a Healthy Lifestyle

What exactly does it mean to be healthy? Merriam-Webster defines healthy as “not sick or injured,” but does that really encapsulate a healthy lifestyle? Not completely, but it is important. Living a healthier life is possible if you focus on the 3 most...

How Much Water Should I Drink Each Day?

It’s the age old question and we’ve all heard all types of responses – eight-8 oz. glasses or 1 oz. for every pound of body weight – but what is the right answer? Well, that’s where it gets tricky. There isn’t one right answer for...