Health and Wellness

It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we’re talking with survivor turned author, Fitz Koehler, about how important it is to keep loving and laughing through difficult times.

Getting ready to run a marathon? Dr. Mok tells us how to train your stomach, so you can cross that finish line without making any unnecessary stops.

Did your mom ever tell you to sit up straight? Well, there’s some merit to her fussing.

It can be hard for anyone to get the amount of water they need on a daily basis, so we’re talking with Visiting Angels Senior Home Care about some delicious alternatives to get more fluids into your body.

Bipolar disorder when left untreated can affect individuals and families. Eustasis in Springfield offers a walk-in clinic for treatment of this, and other mental or behavioral issues.

Veteran suicide is a growing problem. But, how can it be stopped? It’s a mission of the local nonprofit The Warrior’s Journey.

Hearing loss is a normal part of life. But you don’t have to suffer in silence. That’s where Half Price Hearing can help.

Michelle with 180 Health Medical & Wellness Center tells us about a different approach to deal with knee pain that doesn’t involve surgery!

We’re at the Baxter Regional Medical Center where they have top notch equipment to simulate real medical emergencies, even a pregnant woman who screams!

In the latest issue of Springfield FitLife, we’re talking about ways to change your body for the better.

When you give local, learn how it stays local at the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks.

Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott co-founded eHarmony and designed the algorithms that match couples for online dating. Now they are using their research to help already married couples.

In this week’s Wellness Wednesday, we’re learning how our five senses play a major part in weight loss.

How to start the conversation of mental health with the LGBTQ+ Community

We talk to Brett Marciel with the Jason Foundation and he tells us how to spot the warning signs in children who are suicidal.

A large number of students are feeling anxious about returning to school after being home due to the coronavirus pandemic. Keith Ray Mackie of Lakeland Behavioral Health has some tips for parents on how they can help.

Taking supplements can improve our daily health. But which ones should we be taking? Hy-Vee of Springfield’s team of dietitians can help!

With America divided after Decision 2020, how do you begin to solve the rift? Conflict resolution expert with Lakeland Behavioral Health has answers on where we can start.

Smoking is one of the most popular new years resolutions. But, what are some ways that can help you quit? CoxHealth’s Jim Brawner has built a successful program to help people stop smoking. And he’s sharing his secrets!

What if being healthier was possible in just three steps. Hy-Vee of Springfield is showing us how.

Strength training can do wonders getting the body in shape. But how does it affect us internally?

The homeless population continues to grow. But how can we help? And how do we stay safe from COVID-19 while making a difference?

Kerstin Lindquist is a host for QVC and has had a career of over two decades in television. Lindquist and her husband went through infertility. But found hope that led to having three children. She wrote about her experience in her book, 5 Months Apart: A Story of Infertility, Faith, and Grace.

Taking vitamins can boost your health and immune system. But which should you be taking? And what are the actual benefits? Hy-Vee of Springfield is shedding light on vitamins.

Ozarks Regional YMCA is a great place to get fit in 2021. They offer memberships and sometimes run special discounts.

The year 2020 has been difficult for all of us. How can we get ready for success in 2021?

It can be easy to overlook the current situation facing the nation, and choosing to be around our loved ones. But, this year could bring challenges in having to decide to stay home. Lakeland Behavioral Health System shares tips on how to cope.

Did you know that there is a difference between “good” stress and “bad” stress? Both happen around the holidays. Learn how to manage it in this edition of Dear Lakeland.

Alpha Gal Syndrome is a tick-borne illness that causes a food allergy to beef and pork.

The coronavirus pandemic has had lasting impacts on mental health. Eustasis Psychiatric and Addiction Health helps people everyday find the path towards being mentally healthy.