Surveys show that few women think heart disease is their greatest health threat. Unfortunately, it’s the nation’s number one killer, and women are its prime target. Over one-third of the women who die in the U.S. each year die of heart disease. In fact, more women die of heart disease each year than breast cancer.
Physical activity is a vital part of staying healthy. Encouraging healthy habits in your child is one of the best things a parent can do to help guarantee a healthier life. Being active can help kids and adults have healthier body weights, less body fat, and stronger muscles and bones. Activity can help prevent heart […]
One source for sound nutrition advice is the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). As a reference for meal planning, the AND recommends MyPlate.govand the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Both of these support the “healthy balance” approach that focuses on having nutrient-dense foods and drinks and getting regular physical activity for optimal health. The MyPlate plan is a guideline […]
Clearing away snow can be hazardous to your health, experts warn. Shoveling snow causes 100 deaths a year in the United States, and injuries due to improper use of snowblowers are common. “Cold weather will cause the body to constrict blood vessels to maintain warmth, which can then raise blood pressure and the risk for […]
THURSDAY, July 6, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday gave full approval to the Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi, clearing the way for insurance coverage of the pricey drug. “The full FDA approval will open the floodgates for people with early Alzheimer’s to get this drug. It’s a big deal because […]
Strep throat in our region has increased. You probably know someone who’s had it. Here’s what you need to know about strep. First, it’s a throat infection caused by a bacteria called group A Streptococcus (group A strep). The bacteria live in the nose and throat. Strep throat spreads easily from person to person through airborne droplets […]
The holidays can be stressful. Shopping, social events, debt, and other pressures can lead to anxiety. Missing loved ones and stewing about past events can also contribute. This change from your everyday routine can cause you to neglect good nutrition. And, you are more likely to skip exercise. Together, these factors can lead to holiday […]
For years, health experts have preached the perks of taking the stairs instead of the elevator and parking farther away from the grocery store. Now, researchers have calculated new numbers showing even short bouts of physical activity can dramatically improve health. If every U.S. adult ages 40 to 85 increased their amount of exercise by […]
Processed food gets a bad rap as the cause of many health problems: obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure. But what exactly is processed food, and how unhealthy is it, really? The term processed food can mean a variety of things. Any food changed from its natural state is considered processed, even if that’s as simple […]
If you want to lose weight successfully, slow and steady progress is your best bet. Experts recommend aiming to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week for the first 6 months. Once you’ve made it that far, continuing to your final goal may seem like a snap. Yet it’s after 6 months of making steady […]
