We’ve all been warned numerous times about staying away from fast food, sodas, and processed meats. But there are plenty of foods marketed as “healthy” that we should really only eat in moderation. Take fruit snacks, for instance. Some really do contain antioxidants like vitamins C and E, but they are also full of sugar—sometimes [...]
It’s summertime, that time of year when everyone is coughing and sneezing away from the high pollen count. But this isn’t anything new for you — it’s a year-round battle with allergies. And you’re not alone. Over 40 million people suffer from allergies and the majority of those patients suffer from year-round allergies, according to [...]
Summer heat is a given in Texas, but this summer’s hot Texas temperatures is keeping many of us indoors— which may be a smart decision. Because the safety of our community is top priority, Hospitality Health ER wants to ensure that everyone continues to monitor weather conditions and take steps towards preventing heat-related illnesses. According [...]
Although there’s nothing like that spike of endorphins you get from good old-fashioned running, you might need a different exercise strategy if you’re dealing with pain, injury, or fatigue. The good news is that cross-training can be highly beneficial in maintaining your aerobic performance, overall fitness, and health. Whether you’ve injured a foot, knee, or hip, [...]
With a bigger focus on raising a healthier generation, our kids are more active than they’ve ever been. That’s a wonderful thing, but a lot can happen during PE, soccer, gymnastics, or Taekwondo. Overexertion, failure to stretch, or a misstep can strain a muscle and leave your child sore or in pain. But how do [...]
Ever notice how women seem to tire out more easily than men? Sometimes it’s simply the burnout from dealing with the kids on top of twenty other hats we wear, but there may be something else to this. Some health specialists believe that young women are more at risk for nutritional deficiencies than men are. [...]
Enjoying some sun and waves on one of Galveston’s relaxing beaches? We hope you are, but we also hope you’ve come prepared for the hot Texas sun with lots of sunscreen and water on hand. When you’re having fun splashing around in the Gulf of Mexico, it’s easy to forget just how powerful the sun [...]
In our locally-owned emergency room in Tyler, TX, we see how important good food and good health is to our Tyler community. Now, with the popularity of documentaries like “Fast Food Nation” and “What the Health” on Netflix, we see more members of our community being drawn to the health benefits of a plant-based diet. [...]
We are educated now more than ever about what our bodies need to be healthy, but fitness programs have actually been around for quite some time. Gymnastics, for one, made its way to the Western world in the 1800s. And just over the past 40 years, we’ve seen a steady stream of workout trends: aerobics [...]
Pineapple, avocado, eggplant, kiwi, and watermelon: these produce items are generally safe to consume without being organic, because they have little to no trace of pesticides. What do most of these foods have in common? These foods, which are part of the Clean 15 list, have a protective exterior that prevent the absorption of pesticides. [...]
