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The health care system can be overwhelming to navigate and often exhausting. The diagnosis process can be physically and emotionally stressful, while waiting for results can be frustrating and anxiety-provoking. You should be empowered by your hospital to advocate for yourself and family when discussing care plans. 

"Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you'll soon find many others around you. Truly appreciate life, and you'll find that you have more of it." -Ralph Marston

This quote is especially significant around this time of year. We appreciate you for following Simply Well. Thank you for allowing us to help you keep healthy and well. 

Grab your cup of coffee and put your feet up as you watch and listen to experts help you learn about Alzheimer's disease. Since many of us are dealing with aging parents and spouses, it's a good idea to be armed with knowledge about this common disease. Learn from a panel of providers about the disease. Hear from a daughter of an Alzheimer's patient who shares her advice and challenges being a caregiver for her mother.

If you've read any blog or magazine lately, you've probably heard of something called "clean eating." The world of nutrition is full of buzzwords and trends, and clean eating seems to be shall we say, "trending" as of late. 

So, what is this trendy nutrition term all about? 

A problem with bowel habits is something people don't want to discuss, but when it affects your life, it may be time to take action. Commonly, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is to blame. Affecting up to 20 percent of the population, IBS is the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder and is diagnosed in men, women and children. 

It is much more common in women. In fact, in women ages 20 to 50, prevalence of IBS has been reported as high as 40 percent.