Lifestyle

Tips and advice for how to live your healthiest everyday

  • Watch video: Move a muscle, change a thought

    Watch video: Move a muscle, change a thought

    A Swedish expert explains how different physical activities can affect our emotions and moods.

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  • Watch video: Need a mindset reset? Connect with gratitude.

    Watch video: Need a mindset reset? Connect with gratitude.

    Taking a moment to express thanks for what's meaningful in your life can build connection and soothe an anxious mind.

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  • For more healthful holiday eating, awareness is key

    For more healthful holiday eating, awareness is key

    We know making good food and drink choices at holiday meals and events takes work. But you can still enjoy the season without totally blowing your diet.

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  • Healthy romantic relationships may lead to a healthier life

    Healthy romantic relationships may lead to a healthier life

    A psychotherapist from Swedish answers common relationship questions and offers tips to improve communication and argue effectively.

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  • Want to add years to your life? Turn off your television and take a walk

    Want to add years to your life? Turn off your television and take a walk

    A Swedish rehabilitation medicine expert explains the importance of regular movement in maintaining good health.

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  • Thinking about a marathon? Start here.

    Thinking about a marathon? Start here.

    Running can be a great way to improve your health in body, mind and spirit. Find out how to train safely and reach your most ambitious running goals.

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  • Watch video: Get outside for a natural mood boost

    Watch video: Get outside for a natural mood boost

    A Swedish behavioral health expert explains how spending time in nature supports our mental and physical well-being.

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  • How to beat the “empty nest blues”

    How to beat the “empty nest blues”

    A licensed clinical psychologist at Swedish shares five ways parents can beat the “empty nest blues” and successfully begin this new phase in their lives.

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  • Tips from a Swedish sports doc to help you train like a pro athlete

    Tips from a Swedish sports doc to help you train like a pro athlete

    Focus on long-term health, not just immediate training goals, says Seattle Cascades team physician Dr. Alex Lloyd.

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  • Q&A with Swedish experts: Preparing your child for a new school year

    Q&A with Swedish experts: Preparing your child for a new school year

    Experts at Swedish offer tips and strategies to help prepare your child for a successful new school year.

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  • This summer, reduce your sodium intake with small changes

    This summer, reduce your sodium intake with small changes

    Making small changes to your food choices and cooking habits can make a big difference in your health.

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  • First Hill block party raises brain health awareness

    First Hill block party raises brain health awareness

    Providence Swedish joined a host of community partners on June 21 for a Brain Health Block Party to raise awareness about the importance of brain health.

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  • Epidemic of loneliness and isolation

    Epidemic of loneliness and isolation

    A behavioral health expert explains the health risks caused by loneliness and shares tips to help you improve your social connections.

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  • Men: Take charge of your health

    Men: Take charge of your health

    Experts from Swedish share their insights into important men’s health issues for National Men’s Health Month in June.

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  • Five ways to make the most of a primary care provider visit

    Five ways to make the most of a primary care provider visit

    A family medicine specialist at Swedish shares his top five tips for getting the most out of a visit to your primary care provider.

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  • Keep your colon healthy to help prevent disease

    Keep your colon healthy to help prevent disease

    Increased dietary fiber and limited sugar and red meat can significantly support good gut health.

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  • LGBTQIA+ Health Awareness Week

    LGBTQIA+ Health Awareness Week

    Two experts at Swedish discuss care disparities experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community and offer their insights about possible solutions.

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  • Mindful drinking – how much alcohol is too much?

    Mindful drinking – how much alcohol is too much?

    A psychiatrist at Swedish Medical Center talks about alcohol consumption, mindful drinking and making informed choices about your health.

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  • Have you scheduled your annual wellness exam?

    Have you scheduled your annual wellness exam?

    Now is the time to get back on track with your health and wellness. Your annual exam is a great starting point.

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  • Want to stay in your home as you age? Planning and healthy habits can help.

    Want to stay in your home as you age? Planning and healthy habits can help.

    Good health habits, including regular exercise, proper nutrition and proactive health care, play key roles in our ability to stay at home as we age.

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