Should be obvious to you already, but the health of your heart is of the utmost importance. In the United States, it's apparent that too few of us take our ticker seriously. But not us! So let's get your heart feeling strong and healthy. Here's Part 2...
Should be obvious to you already, but the health of your heart is of the utmost importance. But in the United States, it's apparent that too few of us take our ticker seriously. According to the CDC: Heart disease is the leading cause...
Diplopia—commonly known as double vision—causes you to see two images of one object. Typically, this vision problem is the result of an underlying condition. For Healthy Vision Month, we're looking at (no pun intended) identifying and treating the cause can help you recover your eyesight...
For Healthy Vision Month, we're giving a close eye on eye floaters: those tiny specks or strings that float into your field of vision. They're a nuisance, but shouldn't cause any pain or discomfort. Eye floaters can appear as black or gray dots, lines, cobwebs, or...
There's no doubt that today's modern lifestyle can be stressful. Between work, family, and social obligations, it can be hard to make time for yourself. But it's important to find the time. Relaxing can help keep you healthy, in both your body and mind, helping you...
The afternoon nap gets a bad rap. Some see napping as a sign of laziness, low energy, or even illness. But a new study suggests that afternoon sleep may make you mentally sharper if you're over age 60. Older adults who took afternoon naps scored higher on a...
Sugary cereals, white bread, soda, granola bars, and energy drinks are examples of foods and beverages that many people consume daily. Although these items may be convenient and tasty, they can harm your health if consumed regularly. Fortunately, healthier substitutes for many of these items are easy...
Despite what you may have heard, eating breakfast isn't necessary for everyone. In fact, skipping breakfast may be better than eating unhealthy breakfast foods. However, a nutritious, well-balanced breakfast can give you energy and prevent you from eating too much during the rest of the day. Here...
Ginger is among the healthiest (and most delicious) spices on the planet. It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain—here are 9 of them! 1 Ginger can treat many forms of nausea, especially morning sickness Ginger appears to be...
Whether you want to lose weight for a special occasion or simply improve your health, weight loss is a common goal. To set realistic expectations, you may want to know what a healthy weight loss rate is. This article explains the factors that affect how long it...
Holiday weight gain is a common concern for many adults. Various seasonal holidays may encourage overeating, sedentary behavior, and consumption of calorie-rich foods. In fact, between mid-November and mid-January, adults in Western societies gain an average of one pound. This may not seem like a lot, but...
Working nontraditional hours can wreak havoc on your mind and body. So much so, there's actually a disorder named for it: shift work sleep disorder (SWSD). What is Shift Work Sleep Disorder? Shift work sleep disorder occurs in individuals who work nontraditional hours like split shift, graveyard...
Halloween is just around the corner, and that's the perfect time to take a hard look at all the candy, carbs, and sugars associated with the holiday. This week, we're going to look at detoxing from sugar, and how to successfully pull it off. The first step Congratulations...
We know daily exercise is good for optimizing health. But with so many options and limitless information available, it's easy to get overwhelmed with what works. Check out Part 2 of 2 in our series about the 10 exercises you can do for ultimate fitness. (Part...
We know daily exercise is good for optimizing health. But with so many options and limitless information available, it's easy to get overwhelmed with what works. Check out Part 1 of 2: 10 exercises you can do for ultimate fitness. Combine them into a routine for...