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Low Fat Isn't Always Good
We are bombarded daily with low fat food options: from low fat cookies and chips, to low fat ice cream, baked goods, and even candy.
Don't let Excuses Get in Your Way
Everyone has at least one excuse for why they cannot practice good health. Personally, I struggle with finding time to exercise
Are You Suffering?
Every year, at about this time, my sleep starts to suffer. I find that as soon as I lay down my throat hurts and by time I am in a deep sleep I am woken up from the pain of swallowing. For as many as one in five Americans, allergies affect their life in some way. Allergic reactions range from a nuisance to life-threatening – and some people are lucky enough not to suffer at all. The most common type of allergies occurs this time of year.
Protect Your Head: Bike Safety
Warm weather seems like it is finally here to stay, and with that comes outdoor activities that you can now enjoy on a much more frequent basis. It is the perfect time of year for one of my favorite activities, bike riding. This means that it is also a good time for a reminder about wearing a bike helmet. Wearing a bike helmet can reduce injury by up to 88%, and reduces injury to the face by 65%. You should have no excuse not to wear one.
Invest in Good Health
Picture yourself at 65 or 70 years old. How do you see yourself? Do you envision a vibrant, energized elder person, or do you see someone in poor health that cannot walk up and down the stairs?
Are You SAD?
It is that time of year again. Spring seems so far away, yet it feels like winter has been dragging on for months. Some of you may not have seen the sun much for the past few weeks and it is taking a toll on your mental health. If you tend to get depressed during the winter months, you are not alone. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can impact anyone, but there are ways to cope that will help you get through the rest of winter.
Have a Healthy Heart
February has arrived and you may be gearing up for Valentine’s Day. You are buying cards, candy, and other gifts in order to get into that special someone’s heart. But there is another heart you should be thinking about this month and that is your own; especially if you are a woman. Heart disease is the number one killer of women and the American Heart Association has named February American Heart Month. Dedicate yourself to taking care of your own heart this year by following some simple ad
Finding Time for Health
Do you think you are too busy to lead a healthy life? This is a common excuse given by people who just cannot seem to change their lives. I have news for you – even if your schedule is packed full, you still have time to be healthy.
Great American Smokeout
The Great American Smokeout is just two days away and if you’ve decided to quit smoking we want to congratulate you! There are steps you can take to ensure your success with giving up smoking this year.
Flu season: How to Survive
Here we are, already about to enter this year’s flu season. No one wants to get the flu of course, but I know that no matter how hard I try, it seems I usually end up getting it. In fact, every year 5 to 20 percent of Americans suffer from the flu. If you’re young and healthy, your best bet is the flu shot. This vaccine reduces your chance of getting the flu by 70 to 90 percent.
Medical Records are Important
Think about all the documents you feel are important enough to file away just in case. This might include warranties, receipts, rebate information or bills. However, one of the most important documents you can have - that many of us don't - are your medical records.
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