
Julie Bitely
Five Tips for Picking Out Sunglasses
The sun can damage more than just your skin. Follow these tips to pick out the right sunglasses for you, and start protecting your eyes today.
Modeling Healthy Stress Responses to Your Children
If you routinely feel stressed out, the way you react and respond to stressors can either help or hurt the way your children process their own emotions.
Exercise and Your Gut: Move More for Improved Health
While it’s long been known that healthy eating can improve gut health, not as much research has been focused on exercise but recent discoveries are promising.
Filing Taxes: Resources Available for Michigan Filers with Low- to Moderate-Incomes
Tax time can be stressful and confusing for many. For low- to moderate-income filers, help is available.
When Kids Cut: Understanding Self-Harm
Why do kids harm themselves? In many cases, it's a way to assert control during stressful circumstances. Find out signs to watch for and how to get help.
ADHD Diagnosis Provided Freedom, Answers for Michigan Woman
As a child, Betsy Thompson didn't fit the mold for kids with ADHD. It was years later as an adult that she sought help and discovered she had the condition.
Set Family Goals for 2021
Does your family set goals you can work on together? Make 2021 the year you explore more, get healthier together and have new experiences!
On Your Phone Too Much? Here’s How to Set Realistic Tech Limits
If one of your health goals is to cut back on the amount of time you spend on your phone, having a concrete plan with achievable goals will help you succeed.
Checking In On the Mental Health of Older Loved Ones
Seniors staying safe by staying at home have lost normal social connections, increasing their risk for isolation and depression. Listen for warning signs.
What the Pandemic Taught Us: Finding the Positive in a Tumultuous Year
This year has been tough, but there have been lessons to carry forward. As we look ahead to 2021, take a second to pause and reflect on the good from 2020.
4 Changes Women Should Make for Their Heart’s Sake
Read up on cardiologist Joni Summitt’s tips to help women reduce their risk for heart disease.
Help Kids Protect Themselves Against COVID-19 at School
Kids heading back to school for face-to-face learning? Empower them to take steps to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Blueberries for Breakfast: Recipe Roundup
It's August in Michigan and that means blueberries are ready to enjoy! We've got five yummy, blueberry-centric breakfast recipes to liven up your mornings.
Aging with Attitude: Michigan Seniors Living with Vitality
People are living longer, healthier lives. These seniors say finding activities you're passionate about can help you live out your senior years with vigor.
Skin Cancer Survivor Wants Others to Learn from Her Mistakes
After skin cancer surgery, one of our team members is urging others to be safe in the sun.
The Health Benefits of Close Friendships
Research points to a variety of ways friendships benefit our well-being. It might be time to give your bestie a call!
Hiking in Michigan: Where to Go and How to Start
Hiking in Michigan? This comprehensive guide includes tips on what to pack, how much food and drink you’ll need and how to stay safe on the trail.
The Importance of Dads and Other Adults in Modeling Healthy Emotions for Boys
Trying to raise boys fully able to express their emotions in healthy ways? These tips can help.
In Praise of #GirlDads and Empowering Father Figures
A salute to all the dads and father figures raising strong, confident girls.
The Bright Side: Add Some Positivity to Your Social Feed
Is your social scrolling bringing you down? Add some positivity to your feed with these fun and positive accounts to follow.
Distance Learning Tips from Michigan Teachers
Trying to navigate working from home and teaching your kids at the same time? These veteran Michigan teachers have tips and resources.
Coping as Sumi’s Caregiver
KC Mehta, like many caregivers, faces isolation and loneliness because of the all-consuming nature of the work he does to care for his wife Sumi.
Sumi 2.0: Becoming Sumi’s Care Partner
Alzheimer’s disease has changed many aspects of Sumi Mehta’s personality. One constant, says husband KC, is her smile.
Sumi’s Smile: A Caregiving Love Story
Sumi Mehta was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 59. Her husband KC, remembers it as “the saddest day of our lives.”
How to Start a Gratitude Practice
Gratitude can help you view life with different eyes. Find out how to start your own practice.
Top 5 Myths About the Flu Vaccine
Winter is coming–don’t let one of these misconceptions stop you from getting a flu shot. It’s the best way to stay healthy all season long.
Inspiring Active Communities in Northern Michigan: Norte Expanding to Kalkaska
With support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and other organizations, Norte is expanding its youth-focused programming to Kalkaska in northern Michigan.
Senior Falls: Why They’re Dangerous and How to Avoid Them
Falls are the number one cause of injuries and deaths from injury among older Americans. Find out how to reduce your risk.
Detroit Youth Choir Member Has “High Hopes” for America’s Got Talent Finale
DeAndre “Dre” Elliott has been performing with the Detroit Youth Choir since the 4th grade. Read about his experience performing on America’s Got Talent.
“Detroit Mom” Founder Candid About Breastfeeding Challenges
Elizabeth Lewis runs “Detroit Mom”, a website designed to support parents. She said pressure on moms makes them question their infant feeding choices.
Empowering Woman: Angela Moore Opens Up About Her Life’s Work
At her integrated health studio, The Body Principle, Angela Moore helps clients weave mental health, fitness and nutrition together for complete transformation.
What’s Healthier: Fresh, Frozen, Canned or Dried Foods?
When shopping, is fresh always best? Discover the pros and cons of frozen, canned and dried fruits and vegetables.
How to Prevent Common Desk-Related Injuries
Sitting at a desk all day can negatively affect your back, wrists and eyes. Here are some tips on how to avoid common office injuries.