Welcome to Healthy Happy Hour! Here, we take classic cocktail recipes and add a healthy twist! Try this interesting twist on a classic Tom Collins that we like to call the "Kale Collins!" KALE COLLINS Kale is packed with vitamins… read more
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Breathe in, Breathe Out: A Simple Guide to Box Breathing
Stress. We all have it. Our society thrives on it. But what if there was a simple way to combat stress in both the short and long-term that required nothing more than a few minutes of intentional breathing? When we… read more
Ted Talks: Back at It
The first time I ever had my back go out on me was about 15 years ago. I reached around to the back seat of the car, pulled some kind of muscle and grimaced like a lemon-sucking baby. Later that day, I was standing up to… read more
Health Insurance for the Traveler
Your bags are packed, itinerary set, passport in hand – you are ready! But have you stopped to consider what you might do if the unexpected happens? While nobody anticipates their vacation going awry, sometimes things arise unexpectedly and it’s… 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
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
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
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
Why Should You Add Radishes to Your Shopping List?
Radishes aren’t a terribly popular vegetable — they’re not often featured in main dish recipes, and their spicy flavor makes some people prefer to skip them as a side. Common in salads and not much else, these veggies are often… read more
