Hazelnuts, also known as “filberts,” may mostly be seen nowadays as yummy coffee flavorings or nestled in a candy bar, but really, they have been
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The What, When and How of Health Screenings
We have all heard about the importance of health screenings, but it may be confusing for many people to keep track of what screenings may be needed, at what age, and how often these screenings need to be done. Their… read more
Stop and Smell the Cauliflower
You may think that cauliflower is just broccoli’s less-colorful brother, but next time it’s on your plate don’t push it to the side -- eat every last bite. Cauliflower is a part of the cruciferous vegetable family, making it closely… read more
The Importance of Cardio
What if I told you that you could improve nearly every aspect of your life in just 30 minutes every day? Some people may be intrigued, while others are lost at the every day part. Know this, we were made… read more
What is Diverticulitis and How to Deal With It?
What is Diverticulitis? Diverticulitis is the infection and inflammation of small pouches or bulges, called diverticula, along the walls of the colon. Most commonly found in the sigmoid colon, the narrowest part of the large intestine, diverticula formation is increasingly… read more
Puzzles for Healthy Minds
Growing up, my Granny always loved doing the crossword puzzles in the daily paper. She used to say it kept her mind sharp. She was usually right and this is likely no exception. These types of brain teasers are still… read more
Ted Talks: The Physical of the Future?
While I’m not especially proud of slipping into the hard-headed aging-male stereotype of avoiding an annual physical, I have some friendly amendments for how we could conduct our checkups. Why? Maybe there’s an opportunity to improve the experience, the quality… read more
The Truth Behind the Fizzle: Dangers of Diet Soda
Diet soda, known for its crisp and sugary taste, has been around for a long time; targeting people who are looking to enjoy a sweet drink without maxing out their daily calorie intake. It is a product of the diet… read more
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Addicted to Fitness
Regular exercise is essential for optimal physical and emotional health but is it possible to have too much of a good thing? The Department of Health and Human Services’ Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends that adults complete 150 to 300… read more
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Get 10,000 Steps In a Day – the Easy Way!
10,000 seems to be the magic number... when it comes to steps, of course. Now, every fitness tracking watch and app pushes us to get to that 10,000 steps mark, but sometimes it just seems impossible – especially for those… read more
Workout Safety 101: Stay Fit, Stay Safe
Engaging in regular exercise is a fantastic way to maintain fitness and overall well-being. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), routine physical activity can help strengthen our bones and muscles, reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease… read more
Band-Aid: Using Resistance Bands
When building your exercise equipment repertoire, it is important to think about how much space it takes up, and how many different exercises you can do with it. Enter the numerous benefits of resistance bands. Resistance bands offer a wide… read more
Walking: Improve Your Mental and Physical Health
National Take a Walk in the Park Day is March 30! Looking for an easy way to improve your mental and physical health? Try walking! We have some tips for getting the most out of your daily walks. What time… read more
Get Involved With These Sports to Stay Active As You Age
We know that exercise is important to us as we get older, but sometimes hitting the gym isn’t enough. Running on the treadmill, using machines or even taking classes at the gym may not be your cup of tea, but… read more
Find Out Why You Should Try Water Aerobics
The term water aerobics has gotten a bad rep, constantly coming off as an easy exercise performed in the shallow end of the pool. However, water aerobics applies to several different water activities that increase your breathing and heart rate… read more