You probably don’t give your bones a second thought as long as you’re able to do the activities you want to. But did you know that after age 30 you start losing bone density? In fact, women will lose up… Read more ›
Better Balance can be achieved through simple exercises that improve stability and can help prevent falls. Poor balance, a persistent problem for millions of Americans, triggers many falls. In young, healthy adults, balance is largely an automatic reflex. However, gradual… Read more ›
The latest research shows that probiotics may offer benefits against a range of health conditions, including allergies, arthritis, asthma, cancer, depression, heart disease, and gastrointestinal (GI) problems. Probiotics may even help with weight loss! You’ve heard about the “bad” bacteria… Read more ›
Surprisingly, one of the most controversial areas in preventive medicine is whether or not people without known cardiovascular disease should take a daily aspirin for primary prevention. That is, should you take aspirin to reduce the risk of heart attack,… Read more ›
– Download this Free Book by Clicking The Link Below – Here’s is what you will discover in the book Secrets To Curing Eczema Naturally – Table of Contents Introduction: The Nightmare Called Eczema – Page 3 Chapter 1: What… Read more ›
Whether you’re washing your hands or admiring a manicure, you spend a lot more time looking at your fingernails than your toenails. Maybe it’s time to focus on your feet more often (and not just during sandal season). Toenail color… Read more ›
Want to live 10 years longer? You may have to revamp your lifestyle. There are five habits that, when done together, could add more than a decade to your life expectancy, according to a study released Monday by the Harvard… Read more ›
Be honest here… are you really getting enough sleep? So many of us think we can “get away” with 5, MAYBE 6 hours per night… but it that enough to stay healthy? Proper sleep is the foundation for a healthy… Read more ›
Avoid traffic-clogged streets when walking for fitness. If you walk on busy city streets, breathing the traffic fumes may cancel out the health benefits of the exercise, a new study suggests. The London-based study, recently published by The Lancet, included… Read more ›
Eating Too Much Salt The more salt you eat, the more calcium your body gets rid of, which means it’s not there to help your bones. Foods like breads, cheeses, chips, and cold cuts have some of the highest counts.… Read more ›
Eating one serving of green leafy vegetables per day may help to slow cognitive decline with aging, a new study suggests. In the prospective study of an older US community population, consumption of green leafy vegetables was linearly associated with slower… Read more ›
Take time to get a flu vaccine. CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses. While there are many different flu viruses, a flu vaccine protects against the viruses that research… Read more ›
Discover the ingredients for a healthier and happier you! It is possible to better control diabetes with foods and meals that are nutritious, well-balanced, and deliciously satisfying! “What’s for dinner?” We all wrestle with that question. But for anyone with… Read more ›
As with loss of muscle mass, bone strength starts to decline earlier than you might imagine, slipping at an average rate of 1% per year after age 40. About 10.2 million Americans have osteoporosis, which is defined by weak and… Read more ›
Nearly half of American adults are at risk for major health problems because of high blood pressure, according to a new scientific guideline that redefines the dangerous condition and provides tactics for doctors to detect, treat and prevent it. People… Read more ›
According to the CDC, Older Adults Need Two Pneumococcal Vaccines. CDC recommends 2 pneumococcal vaccines for all adults 65 years or older. You should receive a dose of PCV13 first, followed by a dose of PPSV23, at least 1 year… Read more ›
Regular walking, even when it’s below the minimum recommended levels for physical fitness, is associated with lower mortality rates compared with inactivity, according to new data from a large, ongoing US cancer prevention study among older Americans. Following a recent… Read more ›
Some fats — the kind you find in avocados, nuts, and olive oil — can actually help keep your heart healthy. Fish Naturally fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, herring, lake trout, sardines, and albacore tuna are good sources of omega-3… Read more ›
Chest pain isn’t the only possible symptom. Learn what happens during one, the most common red flags, and what to do. What’s A Heart Attack? It occurs when blood can’t get to your heart, and your heart muscle doesn’t get… Read more ›
Alzheimer’s can be hard to spot. We explain the early symptoms and what to expect when your loved one has the disease. Better Know When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s Disease Could It Be Alzheimer’s? It’s normal for people to… Read more ›
Could you have high blood pressure and not even know it? What Is Hypertension? Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common condition that will catch up with most people who live into older age. Blood pressure is the force… Read more ›
Red vs. White Wine White wine is fermented without the skins, and red wine is fermented with them. That gives red wine more antioxidants called polyphenols. They bring bitterness, color, and astringency (the puckered mouth you get from vinegar or… Read more ›
Tips to help keep your blood sugar levels steady Are desserts OK? What are the best kinds of snacks? We share tips to fuel up while keeping your blood sugar levels steady. Can you have desserts if you have diabetes?… Read more ›
Individuals who were overweight or obese when they were young and continued to gain weight had significantly worse physical capabilities 4 decades later compared with their peers whose weight remained normal, independent of other risk factors for cardiovascular disease, in… Read more ›
You’re never too old to get vaccines. In fact, sticking to an immunization schedule as you age gives you the best shot at long-term health. “An ounce of prevention is really worth a pound of cure,” says Evan Anderson, MD.… Read more ›
Live healthy, live longer! Making just a few changes in your lifestyle can help you live longer. A recent study found that four bad behaviors—smoking, drinking too much alcohol, not exercising, and not eating enough fruits and veggies—can hustle you… Read more ›
Some Public Places Are Dirtier Than You Might Think Did you know that elevators and shopping carts are breeding grounds for bacteria? Learn where germs are lurking and the best ways to protect yourself. Swimming With Bacteria A water park… Read more ›
Sleep is one of the most underrated components of vibrant health… In the last month, how many days did you wake up feeling exhausted? How often do you want to hit snooze on the alarm clock? How much easier would… Read more ›
Healthful protein, slowly digested carbohydrates, fruit or vegetables serve up best morning mix As you sleep, your body is hard at work digesting yesterday’s dinner. By the time you wake up, your body and brain are demanding fresh fuel. “Breaking… Read more ›
An estimated 10 million people in the United States are coping with the brittle, fragile bones of osteoporosis — a disorder that causes severe bone loss. It’s most common in women, and the risk is higher in those who are… Read more ›
‘Super Foods’ for Your Bones Dairy may come to mind first, but these other foods, like sweet potatoes and dried figs, can also strengthen your skeleton. 1. Go darker with your greens. Nothing beats calcium for your bones. Sure, you… Read more ›
7 things you can do to prevent a stroke Harvard Women’s Health Watch Regardless of your age or family history, a stroke doesn’t have to be inevitable. Here are some ways to protect yourself starting today. Age makes us more… Read more ›
Ideal Protein Diet Takes Scientific Approach To Weight Loss [Source: 2 KDKA Pittsburgh] PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Have you noticed our shrinking waistlines in our newsroom? Seven people here at KDKA-TV have lost significant weight and they’re all on the same… Read more ›
EXCESS WEIGHT and obesity are linked to around one in every 25 cancers, a major international study reveals. Lead researchers Dr Melina Arnold estimated that a quarter of all obesity-related cancers in 2012 were linked to the rising average body… Read more ›
What is heart disease? Heart disease – also called coronary heart disease – is a simple term used to describe several problems related to plaque buildup in the walls of the arteries, or atherosclerosis. As the plaque builds up, the arteries narrow,… Read more ›
Mother Teresa, who devoted her life to service to the poor, referred to loneliness as “the most terrible poverty.” The loss of a close friend or loved one, a move to a new area, retirement — these are just a… Read more ›
You know core exercises are good for you — but do they have a place in your fitness routine? A strong core — the muscles around your trunk and pelvis — helps prevent injuries and allows you to enjoy physical… Read more ›
The moist environment between toes is perfect for toenail fungus. If you do get a fungus infection, you’ll want to see your doctor right away for treatment. A fungus can affect any part of the body, but the feet are… Read more ›
It may seem like it’s too early to start talking cold and flu season. After all, the last day of summer is not until Sept. 21. But “the sooner you get a flu immunization, the sooner it starts working for… Read more ›
Talk to your doctor about the Pneumonia vaccine Source: Mayo Clinic Pneumococcal polyvalent vaccine is an active immunizing agent used to prevent infection by pneumococcal bacteria. It works by causing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the… Read more ›
At last, the first warm days of spring! Time to open the windows, pack away the winter coats, get out in the garden — and head to the pharmacy to stock up on allergy medications. If you greet the arrival… Read more ›
Acids are mostly used for home cleaning and certainly your stomach is not your kitchen sink. The theory is that some foods, like meat, wheat, refined sugar, and processed foods, cause your body to produce acid, which is bad for… Read more ›
According to the Surgeon General, active smokers have a 30% to 40% higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared with nonsmokers. This new data was just published in the Surgeon General’s 50-year anniversary report on smoking – The Health… Read more ›
Colds are the most common infectious diseases shared by Americans and are triggered by hundreds of different viruses, rather than bacteria; colds are usually spread by hand-to-hand contact between people, or by touching objects that harbor the opportunistic pathogens, more… Read more ›
Protect and Winterize Your Hands, Lips and Feet It’s officially Winter… and its Cold! Now is the time to think about “winterizing” your skin. Skin often gets dry and itchy in the winter due to a number of factors such… Read more ›
Even doctors like me don’t always look forward to our routine physicals, but they are truly one of the best ways to safeguard our health. Use my personal tips to be proactive about your health and get the most out… Read more ›
Diabetes is a group of diseases characterized by high blood glucose levels that result from defects in the body’s ability to produce and/or use insulin. Familiarize yourself with the risks, causes, symptoms, and treatments for this increasingly common disease. How… Read more ›
I want to share 4 foods that accelerate aging and weight gain. One way to speed the aging process is to spend all day baking in the sun – like many people do in the Summer months. But even without… Read more ›
Carole Baggerly is the founder director of GrassrootsHealth. Her organization’s mission is to increase awareness about vitamin D and the crucial role it plays in many aspects of your health. Carole is on the cutting edge of vitamin D research,… Read more ›
Needing to go more than eight times a day or waking up in the night to go to the bathroom could mean you’re drinking too much and/or too close to bedtime. Or it could signal a health problem. Causes of… Read more ›
