You are what you eat, but what should you eat anyway?

“Diet trends are ever-changing and confusing––tempting anyone and everyone to try the next quick fix to los-ing weight or living a healthier lifestyle,” said Lynsey Hargrove, registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), Holland Hospital Healthy Life Programs.

So if you’re hoping to shed some pounds, maintain a healthy weight or simply eat better, which diet should you follow? Here’s the skinny on five popular approaches:

You’ve probably trusted your gut when making certain decisions. But did you know you should also rely on your digestive system when it comes to your overall health and wellness?

Coronavirus (COVID-19)––it’s the disease making headlines and sounding public health alarms. But what is this illness, how concerned should you be and is there anything you can do to prevent it?

Rachel Ellens, Holland Hospital Infection Control Coordinator, offers answers to these common questions and more:

Q: What’s the difference between coronavirus and COVID-19?

While cardiac rehabilitation is good for your heart and your overall health, fewer than 20 percent of those who are eligible take advantage of this important healing tool.

Until you feel a twinge, a throb or an ache, you probably take your back for granted. Yet with sitting, standing and moving, the human spine is almost in constant use. It’s no wonder why nearly 80% of Americans will experience back or neck pain at some point in their lives.

Despite this statistic, there’s good news when it comes to finding relief for back pain––and it may help you avoid surgery. The approach? Physical Therapy (PT) Rehabilitation.

Would you know what to do in a medical emergency? About 1.5 million heart attacks and strokes occur every year in the US. Both health conditions are considered life-threatening emergencies and both are among the leading causes of death in America.

It’s estimated that as many as 50–70 million US adults suffer from a sleep disorder. While lack of sleep may seem harmless, over time it can actually have some pretty big health consequences, including raising the risk for obesity, diabetes and even heart disease.

So how much sleep is ideal? The amount can vary from person to person, but most adults need at least seven hours of sleep per night.

Editor's note: This is part two in a series on health & millennials. Check out part one: Are More Millennials Living With ADHD.

When you think of millennials, yoga, Zen and universal wellness might spring to mind. After all, they're considered to be the most educated and connected generation to date.

Editor's note: This is part one in a series on health & millennials. Check out part two: The Lowdown on Millennials and High Blood Pressure.

’Tis the season for spending. In 2019, the National Retail Federation’s survey of holiday spending estimates the average American will shell out about $650 on gifts. According to Gallup, this number is closer to $950.

While gift giving is a meaningful tradition, there’s another way to celebrate the holidays and show those we love we care. It’s called presence or being present.