Articles

MWi diligently sources expert content and curates compelling weekly articles. This process takes into account a range of factors, including member surveys, community feedback, seasonal trends, health observances, and annual programs.

Sleep

Understanding Alzheimer’s: 5 Things to Know for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

| Sleep | No Comments
Reading time:  7 Minutes MWi Hack: Alzheimer's impacts 7M+ Americans but early help + Mediterranean diet + exercise + strong caregiver networks = better life…

Learn the Sleep Basics

| Sleep | No Comments
Reading time:  8 Minutes MWi Hack: Sleep is a complex biological process where your body cycles through different stages (including NREM and REM) for about…

Sleep Hygiene for Families

| Sleep | No Comments
Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack: For better family sleep, establish consistent bedtimes, create a sleep-friendly environment by removing electronics and regulating temperature, and incorporate…

Eat

Mindful Celebrations: Stay Safe and Make Healthy Choices This Holiday Season

| Eat | No Comments
Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  Practice mindful drinking during holiday celebrations by pausing before each drink to assess your choice, planning ahead with specific…

Healthy Holiday Eating Tips for Heart-Smart Celebrations

| Eat | No Comments
Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  Dodge holiday weight gain by balancing festive eating with mindful portions, healthy swaps (spices over salt, oils over butter),…

Tips for Eating Well

| Eat | No Comments
Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  Divide your plate into three sections: half non-starchy veggies, quarter lean protein, and quarter quality carbs - then add…

Move

How to Exercise with Limited Mobility

| Move | No Comments
Reading time: 9 Minutes MWi Hack: Despite limited mobility, you can still exercise effectively by focusing on three key types: cardiovascular (like chair aerobics or water…

Tips for Caregivers – How to Take Care of Yourself and Avoid Burnout

| Move | No Comments
Reading time: 4 Minutes MWi Hack: Five million unpaid military caregivers face burnout risks while supporting wounded warriors - success requires self-care through proper nutrition, sleep,…

4 Types of Restorative Exercise and the Benefits

| Move | No Comments
Reading time: 7 Minutes MWi Hack: Stay active on your rest days with light activities like walking, swimming, or gentle stretching to speed up muscle recovery…

Relate

The Power of Gratitude: A Path to Connection and Wellbeing

| Relate | No Comments
Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  The power of gratitude in military communities lies in its ability to boost neurochemical responses that enhance social bonds,…