Many people believe that vitamins and supplements products are regulated in a way that’s similar to medications and other drugs. However, the FDA regulates dietary supplements as food, not drugs. Because of this, the risks of these products are often unknown and unpredictable. In this post, we’re discussing smart supplement use and resources to help educate and equip individuals to make healthier decisions when it comes to supplements.

Every 11 minutes, someone dies by suicide in the US, making suicide one of the leading causes of death among adolescents and young adults. On July 16th, a 3-digit shortcut will be implemented: Individuals can dial the number 988 to automatically be connected to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. In this blog post, we’re discussing everything we know about this change as well as a few common concerns as its implementation date approaches.

You’re probably familiar with the term “mindfulness” - the mental state of being present and accepting of one’s thoughts and feelings. Mindfulness can be applied to just about any activity to bring meaningful benefits in different areas of a person’s life. Today, we’re taking a look at mindful eating and how this mindfulness intervention impacts both the mind and body.

Dealing with chronic illness poses burdens directly to the patient — but what about their loved ones who consistently provide them with emotional and physical support? Today, we’re highlighting the impact that being a caregiver can have on one’s psychological health, and a few ways caregivers can help themselves.

Almost half of all Americans are living with a chronic disease. Once a medical condition is diagnosed, it can become the primary lens through which a patient is treated. Recognizing the link between chronic conditions and mental illness is critical to helping patients move forward in a positive way. As we near the end of Mental Health Awareness Month, we aim to shine a light on the value of a collaborative care approach when it comes to mental and physical health.

This week is National Women’s Health Week, and it’s a great opportunity for family, friends, and the greater community to take action and empower women to advocate for their health.

This May is Mental Health Month, and we wanted to spotlight the most common mental illness in the United States: anxiety. While there are numerous tools to bring down your overall anxiety, what do you do in the moments when your anxiety levels are off-the-charts?

There are things you can do to improve your mood and restore your energy. Some people welcome fall and winter with open arms, looking forward to cooler weather and pumpkin spice lattes. However, others may experience energy and mood changes related to the changing seasons, especially at the start of fall and winter. Serious changes in mental wellbeing may be a sign of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression that occurs according to season.

Every decision you make in a day adds a little bit of stress to your life. That’s why creating consistent routines can improve both your mental and physical health. Having a routine doesn’t mean your life has to be boring and repetitive. Instead, just completing a few tasks at the same time each day – like a morning cup of coffee, walking a pet, or journaling – can help give you a sense of stability.

As we near the end of June and National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, we’d like to share some tips for anyone experiencing frequent or chronic headaches. Headaches are extremely common and can occur for a variety of reasons. Common treatments include over-the-counter pain relievers and prescription medications, but these don’t always get to the root of the problem and may come with side effects of their own.

Wave is committed to supporting you through your health journey. Learn how Wave App can help you navigate the ups and downs that come with managing a chronic condition. For the last week of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’d like to emphasize the importance of taking care of your mental health for an overall healthy wellbeing.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're sharing ways to help you improve your mental wellbeing…

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