Autumn is here! It’s the season filled with Halloween candy, s’mores, pumpkin spice lattes, apple pies, and hot cocoa. But let’s not forget to include all the stuff that’s good for our bodies—fruits and veggies. According to the USDA, Americans are consuming more vegetables and fruit than in 1970, but most of us are still [...]
Sodium has earned a bad reputation over the years because of its link to high blood pressure. Excessive amounts of sodium can be detrimental to your health, but your body needs sodium to function. So how much salt can you have daily? Let’s take a look at the medical community’s recommendations, including a few factors [...]
With coronavirus and flu season underway, what can you do to prevent getting sick? Yes, washing your hands frequently is a great start. But what about your diet? Why not add foods to your grocery list that can help boost your immune system? Orange juice is a favorite go-to because of its vitamin C, but [...]
You’ve been feeling tired and weak for months. You’ve even had fainting spells. After running some tests, your doctor tells you that you are anemic. Anemia is a condition in which your body’s tissues aren’t getting enough oxygen, because you lack healthy red blood cells. Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia worldwide. [...]
You’ve been having a high pitched ringing in your ears on and off for the past few months. You go to an ear specialist to have your ears checked, but tests come back inconclusive. You're left wondering what’s going on and what you can do to stop the ringing. Although the cause of ringing or [...]
Any time you go to the doctor or emergency room, a medical professional takes your vital signs. But how many of us just smile and nod when the numbers are read to us? Do you know what those numbers mean? Do you know why they are taken every time? Medical professionals monitor four main vital [...]
Summertime is here. And just because you're most likely working from home doesn't mean you have loads of time to make meals. Because you want to start the day off right, finding easy breakfast meals will help reduce stress in your day. But because you still want to choose foods that will nourish your body, [...]
Obesity, dental issues, and type 2 diabetes mellitus have many Americans looking to cut out processed sugar from their diet. But let’s face it, we all need our sweet fix from time to time. With many artificial sweeteners to choose from, we can reduce our calorie count without completely sacrificing the treats we love. But [...]
Getting enough sleep is an essential part of our daily life. It is important for managing stress and keeping you healthy. In fact, the amount a person gets can make a huge impact on a person’s overall health. Unfortunately, many people do not get enough each night. In these times of heightened stress and anxiety [...]
One of the hardest things to cope with is the death of a loved one. But grief can also happen as a result of any loss: a job, a relationship, independence, or even a treasured item. It’s a natural reaction and process that we all encounter at some point in our lives. If you’ve recently [...]
