When my 6-pound yorkie, Rico, hopped off my lap after his relaxing Sunday nap, he walked with a wobble on the carpet beneath me. I chuckled under my breath, thinking he was disoriented from his deep sleep. When Rico stopped… read more
Health
How to Keep Your Brain Strong as You Age
As we get older, we change. Our bodies change, behaviors change and friend groups and social activities change. And, of course, our brains also change. With age, it is important to keep your brain strong and stimulated. Mental acuity, according… read more
To Wash or Not to Wash: A Food Safety Guide
In our culture of cleanliness, we also want food that is clean and pure. Is it necessary to clean or wash our food before we eat it? Do we prepare different types of foods differently? Is it necessary to wash… read more
Celery: Why It Should Be at the Top of Your Grocery List
Celery is typically associated with wing trays and football days. However, it can have us wrinkling our noses and tossing it in the trash after a long day of cheering on our favorite teams. Because it was sitting in the… read more
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
About 150,000 adults in the United States will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year, according to cancer.net. It’s the third most common cancer diagnosed and the second leading cause of cancer death. However, cases have been dropping in the… read more
The Mysteries of Mouthwash: A Guide to Optimal Oral Health
Mouthwash, a staple in many oral care routines, serves various purposes beyond its refreshing sensation. Understanding what mouthwash truly is, how often to use it, its pros and cons and what to look for when buying one can significantly impact… read more
6 Ways to Improve Sleep Without Counting Sheep
A great night’s sleep doesn’t begin when your head hits the pillow — it starts when you get up in the morning. There are actually steps you can take throughout the day to improve sleep and wake up rested. Rise… read more
Cracking the Case on Knuckle Cracking
Whether it is to alleviate boredom, stress , stiffness, restlessness or simply due to habit, knuckle cracking seems to satisfy many. A study in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine reported that the behavior is often habitual… read more
Rare Disease Day: What It’s About and How to Help
Celebrated on Feb. 29, the rarest day of the year (when possible) the event was founded by EURORDIS to raise awareness about rare diseases, the people who live with them, the professionals who treat them and the caretakers who support… read more
Cauliflower: Your Smoothie’s Secret Ingredient
Cauliflower rice, cauliflower mash, cauliflower pizza crust, cauliflower mac and cheese — there is cauliflower everything now! Cauliflower has risen to Kardashian-level fame over the last few years, and for good reason. According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), cruciferous… read more