June 7, 2016 —
Have you started your summer garden yet? In a recent issue of NIH News in Health, the National Institutes of Health shared some information that might motivate you to rush right down to the nursery to pick up some seeds, seedlings and garden tools! Gardening is healthy! Is there anything more delicious and nutritious than... Read More
June 1, 2016 —
Every June since 1994, we’ve celebrated Men’s Health Month. The sponsor of this event, the Men’s Health Network, says that this recognition is a time to “heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.” Families are encouraged to make wellness a part of their... Read More
April 21, 2016 —
Norman Vincent Peale, author of the book The Power of Positive Thinking, once said, “Change your thoughts and you can change your world.” Repetitive thoughts – such as “Life is hard,” “I’m a failure,” or “I’m not good enough” – form neural pathways in the brain. The more you think them, the more ingrained they... Read More
April 8, 2016 —
Yes, it’s time for annual spring cleaning, and what better place to start than your medicine cabinet? April is a great time to update your medication list, review your medication management program, and rid your home of expired medications and no-longer used prescriptions. Most people don’t see the harm in taking a medication that is... Read More
April 1, 2016 —
Today is the day to quit smoking! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released some information and tips that can help. Quitting “Cold Turkey” might work, but it’s best to have a plan Develop a Quit Plan Planning ahead is a major part of successfully quitting smoking. Smokefree.gov offers details on how to... Read More
March 24, 2016 —
Celiac disease is an inherited digestive disorder that occurs in people who cannot tolerate gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Most people easily digest gluten, the substance that gives elasticity to breads and other doughs. But when people with celiac disease consume foods containing gluten, their immune systems react by attacking the... Read More
March 18, 2016 —
The American Heart Association says regular consumption of the American mainstay may be linked to longevity. Drinking a second or third cup of coffee may do more than get you through a long day—it may also reduce your risk of death from heart disease and other illnesses, says a study in the American Heart Association... Read More
February 11, 2016 —
It’s winter and that means the perfect environment for gastrointenstinal illnesses. Those suffering from the unpleasant symptoms sometimes report that they have a case of the “stomach flu,” but this term really isn’t accurate; “the flu” refers to respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. The most likely culprit in these illnesses is a class of... Read More
February 2, 2016 —
Strength training is an important component of a senior exercise program, helping older adults avoid age-related muscle loss, bone loss, and loss of flexibility. Lifting weights and using machines both provide benefits, but many seniors prefer to use resistance bands. Do these stretchy implements provide a good workout? Yes, if you use them correctly, say... Read More
January 22, 2016 —
February is American Heart Month and the American Heart Association launched a new campaign, Life’s Simple 7, which includes the My Life Check quiz that consumers can use to quickly ascertain their risk level for developing heart failure, a condition in which the heart is weakened, reducing blood flow to the body. The interactive quiz... Read More
