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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Sharing Your Bed: The Pros and Cons of Co-Sleeping with Your Pet
Do you co-sleep with your pet? Are they consistently drooling on your pillow or snoring in your ear? Although one of the many benefits of owning a pet is having a built-in cuddle companion, there may be such a thing… read more
Can Foods That Are High in Zinc Keep You Healthy?
You’ve probably heard the adage “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But, what if you could eat more than just an apple to stay healthy? What about foods that are high in zinc? In fact, several foods that… read more
Unleashing the Power of the Mind: What is Mental Rehearsal?
What is Mental Rehearsal? Mental rehearsal is a cognitive technique that engages the mind in simulating experiences or actions without physically performing them. It taps into our brain's capacity to vividly imagine situations, actions or outcomes, creating a mental blueprint… read more
7 Exercises That Are Better with Workout Buddies!
We’ve found seven exercises that you can do with a friend! Friends are the best workout buddies because they keep you motivated, make exercising fun and hold you accountable to your goals! Try out these exercises with your favorite workout… read more
The Power of the Peach: Benefits of This Fuzzy Fruit
Peaches – a sweet, juicy fruit whose warm orange and pink skin is reminiscent of a summertime sunset. This fuzzy fruit is native to China, and it is part of the stone fruit family because it has one large seed,… read more
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
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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