Category Archives: General Health

Where should we order dinner from? What kind of toothpaste do you want? Those may seem like simple questions until you start looking at all your options. They can be endless, and a simple and largely inconsequential decision can easily become a stressful and potentially regrettable decision. The paradox of choice is that the more ...click here to read more

You might be struggling to stick to your new year’s resolution to eat healthier because you either started with no plan or you’re trying to do too much. If you’re having trouble, there are three steps that might make things a lot easier for you. The first is to try and only eat real food. ...click here to read more

One may argue that one of the biggest health problems in America may have a relatively simple fix. The problem is fiber intake; the solution is to eat more of it. Dietary fiber serves several functions. It’s well known that it plays an essential role in good digestion by softening and providing bulk to stool ...click here to read more

If you’re 65 or older, you’re at risk for a potentially serious fall. People in this age cohort suffer a fall every second in the United States, and it’s their number one cause of injury-related death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 20 percent of falls in adults tend to ...click here to read more

If you are feeling the weight of multiple prescription meds, taking a walk in your local green space may help! Nature has been known to have numerous calming effects on mental and physical health, and a new study now has the science to back up the claims. Read on to learn how spending more time ...click here to read more

Life certainly has its ups and downs, but sometimes challenging events can happen all at once. And sometimes, one thing can feel like the weight of the entire world. When you’re buried and feel like your entire world is upside down, it can be nearly impossible to feel joy – this can be normal. Health ...click here to read more

If you’re drinking a daily Diet Coke to stave off weight gain, you could be making things a lot harder on your bladder. Urinary incontinence is no fun. The uncontrollable urge to get to the bathroom, or even worse, leaking urine unexpectedly, may be exacerbated by artificially-sweetened beverages. A new study suggests that women who ...click here to read more

People with multiple sclerosis (MS) have difficulty mustering up the energy to live a normal life. Extreme fatigue often tops the list of the most distressing symptoms. Now a new study suggests that light therapy may help people with MS get their lives back. MS is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body attacks ...click here to read more

Many parts of the country are getting some snow, and while the general population may be fretting and planning to stay in, skiers and snowboarders are looking to hit the slopes. Although it’s enticing, you don’t really want to jump right off the chair lift and onto the slopes. Like any physical activity, skiing and ...click here to read more

As people get older, their muscle mass shrinks and strength and power go down. This can result in reduced mobility and a higher risk of injury. The process also starts earlier than you might think. But you can slow it down with strength training. Age-related muscle mass is medically known as sarcopenia, comparable to osteopenia ...click here to read more

Over the holidays, many of us indulge in alcohol, have a disruption in our sleep schedule, and any ideas of weight loss go out the window. So, wouldn’t it be great to start the new year feeling refreshed, energized, and a few pounds lighter? Thanks to Dry January, you can enjoy these goals. Dry January ...click here to read more

Do you want to get up, feel ready to go, and have that feeling last all day? If the answer is “yes,” keep reading. If not, grab a donut and your favorite spot on the sofa. A new study has identified three keys to staying energized and alert throughout the day and seems to all-start ...click here to read more

Do you know that hydration could hold the key to healthy aging? As we age, our skin begins to lose elasticity, and wrinkles become more visible. But drinking water can actually help increase your body’s natural ability to reduce signs of aging and keep you feeling refreshed. While many people know that staying properly hydrated ...click here to read more

New research suggests that healthy aging may rely on exercise and diet. However, for many people, the thought of muscle strength and mobility decreasing as they age is expected and almost accepted. Most don’t realize that strength loss can be significantly delayed or altogether prevented. There is no need to accept a decrease in strength ...click here to read more