Secondhand Marijuana Smoke Causes a Positive Drug Test

Secondhand marijuana smoke harbors numerous health risks to exposed non-pot smokers. With the legalization of marijuana in many states, it is becoming an increased cause of concern. Many people wonder whether secondhand marijuana smoke can cause a positive drug test. Effects of Marijuana Smoke on Drug Test Many concerns have been raised about the [...]

Your Vitamin D Level Can Improve or Hurt Your Health

Why Vitamin D levels Matter for Your Health Vitamin D is not just a vitamin; it is a hormone that plays a critical role in various bodily functions. In fact, research suggests that at least 64 percent of Americans have low vitamin D levels, which can contribute to serious health conditions. These include Type [...]

The Six Pillars of a Successful Workplace Wellness Program

Strategically integrated workplace wellness programs have six strong pillars that simultaneously support their success, regardless of the size of the organization. Construct them well, and your institution could see the kinds of big returns that the 10 companies in our sample have garnered. 1. Multilevel Leadership Creating a culture of health requires strong leadership [...]

New Federal Regulations on Drug Testing: Key Changes for Employers

Federal Bill H. R. 6. the “Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act” or the “Support for Patients and Communities Act,” was signed into law on Wednesday, October 24, 2018, by President Trump. This legislation introduced significant changes to Federal drug testing regulations, particularly for DOT-mandated drug [...]

Hormone Test Results: What You Need to Know – InOut Labs

Estrogen is to women like dark chocolate and romantic comedies. And testosterone is practically synonymous with muscle, energy and ... sex. But human beings need both hormones to maintain good health, vitality and balance. Women need testosterone to regulate muscle loss, increase energy and strength, and to maintain sex drive. Men need estrogen for [...]

What is the acceptable level of substance abusers in your workplace?

Is 10 percent acceptable? Five percent? Shouldn’t it be zero? The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) conducts a survey every year. 10.2% of all Americans are substance abusers. One in ten. In companies that drug test, the positive rate is between 4 and 5% in the aggregate. Remember, that’s in companies [...]

Is Leaky Gut the Hidden Cause of Your Health Issues? Understanding Symptoms, Causes & Testing

Could be a food sensitivity. Or "leaky gut." Many conventional physicians may not recognize “leaky gut syndrome,” but growing evidence suggests a link between “leaky gut” and numerous conditions from chronic fatigue syndrome to multiple sclerosis (MS). What is "leaky" gut? Researchers believe that damage to the intestinal lining causes a "leaky" gut. Increased [...]

This Heart Test Could Save Your Life—And Your Doctor May Not Order It

Half of all heart attack patients have “normal” cholesterol So why do they have heart attacks? Are we missing something with conventional cholesterol tests? 50% of heart attack patients have normal cholesterol. In a standard lipid panel, we test for HDL (the “good” cholesterol), LDL (the “bad” cholesterol), Triglycerides [...]

How Vitamin B12 Shots Can Boost Your Energy and Improve Your Health

Low energy, confusion, sleep problems, memory problems, irritability and mood swings  If you have any of these (Many of us do), you may be deficient in Vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is not like other vitamins and many of us benefit from supplementation. In fact, a Tufts University study suggests 40 percent [...]