We Need to Talk About Suicide Prevention
Talking about suicide prevention begins with understanding mental illness. The majority of people who take their lives have an unidentified mental health disorder. Many of those people were unable to share their emotional pain because of the stigma associated with the disease. Read the full story here ...
It’s Okay To Not Be Okay
You may have heard the phrase "you can't pour from an empty cup". It's easy to put others before yourself, but you need to take care of yourself too. If you've set up expectations for giving, but not for asking, you may feel trapped when you do need help. Know this: it's not too late to ask for help from others. You don't have to - and can't -...
Don’t take a chance with your mental health
"It couldn't happen to me." "Sure, other people experienced that as trauma, but I'm fine." It's easy to dismiss our own experiences, or sweep them under the table. Not only is this harmful for you, but your friends and family. Even if we don't realize it, our mental health has a direct effect on our lives. It affects how we feel about ourselves, our relationships with others and ultimately how...
Could You Have An Alcohol Problem?
We all feel like we know our spouse better than anyone else. But what if you don't? It's easy to ignore or excuse certain behaviors from those we care about. Alcohol abuse can hit close to home, and we often miss some warning signs before it's too late for ourselves. It's important to recognize these warning signs when they arise; acting on them quickly can prevent the problem from becoming...
How do you redefine your relationship with alcohol?
We all feel like we know our ourselves better than anyone else. But what if we don't? It's easy to ignore or excuse certain behaviors that are part of a greater issue. Alcohol abuse can hit close to home, and we often miss some warning signs before it's too late. It's important to recognize these warning signs when they arise; acting on them quickly can prevent the problem from becoming...
Could Your Spouse Be An Alcoholic?
We all feel like we know our spouse better than anyone else. But what if you don't? It's easy to ignore or excuse certain behaviors from those we care about. Alcohol abuse can hit close to home, and we often miss some warning signs before it's too late for our loved ones. It's important to recognize these warning signs when they arise; acting on them quickly can prevent the problem...
How Does NAD Boost Immunity?
NAD (Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a protein that is found in the blood and it plays an important role in maintaining healthy immune system. The main function of NAD is to protect the body from harmful substances like bacteria, viruses and other pathogens. The basic principle behind NAD is to prevent the formation of antibodies against foreign invaders. This prevents the spread to other organs such as the brain, kidneys and liver....
3 Steps Towards Boosting Your Immunity
Immune health is one of the most important - yet underappreciated aspects of our lives. 2020 showed us how important immunity can truly be. Don't let this lesson go to waste. Use this year to build better habits for your health and wellness. Here are three simple ways you can improve your immunity: Drink plenty of water. Water plays a vital role in maintaining good health, especially when it comes...
What Is NAD?
If you’ve been reading about or watching RecoverUs recently, you may have heard us use the term ‘NAD’. Maybe you’ve heard of it before, or this is your first time learning of the term. But what is NAD, and why is it important? To put it simply, NAD - Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide - is a compound vital for your body. It has a vast variety of roles in your body. Critically,...
How’s 2021 Going For You?
If you made commitments last year to break some of your bad habits, you’re likely tackling them full force. If you’re struggling with addiction, you may be taking steps towards the journey to recovery. If you find yourself losing momentum, consider these four habits to cut back on. Remember, it’s never too late to resolve to better yourself. If you want to feel your best each day, you will want to...