Health tips
Everyday Health Tips for Moms
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 26, 2019
When you’re a mom, it’s natural that you make your kids’ needs a priority. They’re dependent on you and need you every single day. However, it’s important for moms to remember that prioritizing your kids is not meant to come at the cost of neglecting yourself. When you ignore your own personal needs, you are […]
Read MoreWhat Are Adrenal Glands? Adrenal Education Series Coming!
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 22, 2019
At Stellar Health and Wellness, we’re developing an education series dedicated to the adrenal glands. This series will help you find out why you are so tired and what you can do about it! Until then, here is a quick introduction to what adrenal glands are and what they do for you. What are adrenal […]
Read MoreHow to Encourage Kids to Be Active
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 19, 2019
Physical activity plays a huge part in everyone’s health. Sometimes finding the time to stay physically active, though, can be difficult. Children face the same challenges adults to — they have busy schedules with their school, homework, social life, extracurricular activities, and their hobbies. Not to mention, kids today have far more advanced electronic systems […]
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Water Filters
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 14, 2019
How much water should I drink? Everyday you should be drinking half your body weight in ounces. For example, if you weigh 120 lbs, you’ll want to drink 60 oz of water each day. Just take your weight in pounds then divide it in half and that is the number of ounces of water you’ll […]
Read More6 Easy Exercises To Do With Your Kids
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 12, 2019
Exercising is important no matter what age you are and encouraging your kids to partake in physical activities now can set them on the path for good future health. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with wanting your exercise time to be just for yourself. It can be a nice way to step back and de-stress. […]
Read More5 Healthy Foods for Kids
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on March 5, 2019
It’s incredibly important to make sure your kid gets all the nutrition they need to stay healthy and growing. Sometimes, though, it can be hard to convince kids to want to eat what they need to eat. Here are a few healthy snacks and tips on how to prepare them to be appetizing to your […]
Read MoreVegetarian vs Meat-Eating Diets
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 28, 2019
First off, just by looking at a person’s face we can usually tell if they’re a vegetarian. This is due to the nutritional deficiencies that occur when you consume a vegetarian diet. Not a healthy look! Many vegetarians turn to supplements to compensate for the nutrients lacking in their diet. Supplementation is not the best […]
Read MoreStarve a Cold, Feed a Fever — the Truth Behind the Myth
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 26, 2019
What do you feed, and what do you starve? You’ve probably heard the old saying “starve a cold, feed a fever.” Or is it “starve a fever, feed a cold”? If you can’t remember which way the saying goes, don’t worry. The truth is, both are wrong. The feed/starve advice is a myth. There is […]
Read MoreCare for Nausea and Vomiting
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 19, 2019
Feeling sick to your stomach is never pleasant, but there are several ways to relieve nausea while at home. Whether you’re feeling a little green around the gills or you have a little one with tummy aches, try the following to soothe a nauseous stomach: To Control Nausea If you haven’t gotten sick yet, try […]
Read More5 Illnesses That Are Easily Spread In Fall And Winter
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 12, 2019
The winter months aren’t over yet, and there are still plenty of illnesses going around this time of year. It is important to be aware of what sicknesses you need to protect yourself against through the end of winter and into the early spring months. Seasonal Flu The flu is a respiratory illness that effects […]
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