After nearly slipping into a diabetic coma, Dr. Tysha Powell found herself on the other side of the healthcare system—not as a provider, but as a patient, which gave her a new perspective.

High blood pressure is a leading cause and controllable risk factor for stroke and heart disease. Understand your risk factors and talk to your doctor about how to prevent a stroke.

Amber Metz hopes to empower others to find courage to seek the help they deserve. The act of self-care and self-love involved in acquiring the right support for you will create a ripple effect.

The beauty of Plant the Seeds of Greatness Month is this — you don’t need to make big changes all at once. It’s the small, daily seeds you plant that grow into real change and greatness follows.

Start with small, manageable habits, and layer them over time to build a strong, enduring structure. Over time, this will lead to your own unique “Healthy Weight, Healthy Outlook.”