When did you last take time to stretch? If you practice yoga or Pilates regularly, perhaps it was sometime this past week. If you’re like me, you might take a few minutes to stretch at the end of a cardiovascular workout. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans state that stretching exercises can increase flexibility and […]
Thanksgiving is almost here! It’s a holiday for enjoying family, friends and lots of delicious food. Be sure to share good food safety practices to keep your Thanksgiving dinner safe. Here are some simple tips to keep this holiday meal safe. Safe Thawing • Wash your hands with soap and water before handling the turkey […]
While ringing in the New Year, many of us also resolve to make THIS the year that we finally realize our goals. Unfortunately, many of us find ourselves off the resolution wagon before January has ended. Every year people say they are going to exercise more, be healthier, quit smoking, get organized, lose weight, manage […]
Are you getting enough potassium? With emphasis on limiting sodium, potassium gets forgotten. Yet, potassium can help in your effort to lower blood pressure. In the U.S. one in three adults has high blood pressure and 56% do not have it under control. So what does potassium have to do with it? Potassium has been […]
I am a creature of habit. I find comfort in an environment that is structured, orderly, neat, and reliable. I enjoy having a procedure for everything I do. However, the past week has been anything but predictable. Like you, my home and work schedules and routines have flown out the window! As a result, I […]
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At the beginning of the pandemic, while many of us were under lockdown and shelter in place orders, the hashtag #Quarantine15 started to circulate the internet to describe the weight gain some were experiencing while at home in isolation. Initially, the hashtag received backlash; some health professionals spoke up and advised the public not to […]
In the near future, your doctor may prescribe getting outside and embracing nature. Your doctor may suggest that you participate in green exercise, or they may write a nature prescription. Green exercise includes any physical activity that takes place outdoors. Think about taking a walk in nature, exploring a park, or discovering a new forest […]
Posted in Healthy People, Mindfulness, tagged cardiac disease, health technology, healthcare team, heart diease, heart healthy diet, Live well, medications, Support Group, symptoms, technology on February 6, 2020| Leave a Comment » Learning you have heart disease is a major life change. Upon receiving a diagnosis, your healthcare team becomes an important part of your […]
October 26, 2015 by Kathy Tutt What is the difference between right and wrong? How are you affected by success or failure in your life? How do you deal with the realities of life and the challenges of our quick-paced social, media and technology world? What Life Principles have you internalized and incorporated into your […]
Feeling Down and Out…. If you or someone you care about are depressed it is important to take action to combat the issue. Therapy and medication are used to control depression but changes to behavior or lifestyle can be beneficial too. Physical activity, healthy diet, and lifestyle — can be effective natural depression treatments. “Lifestyle […]
When is the last time you had a really good laugh? You know, the kind that makes you lose your breath for a bit. That laughter is not only fun, there a many health benefits to a good belly laugh. Laughter can boost your immune system exercise your heart decrease pain increase energy lessen effects […]
December 22, 2011 by jennyeven For most people, this time of year is filled with happiness and good cheer. However, many individuals dread the coming of the holiday season and the sadness that it brings. What causes the holiday blues and what can we do to help alleviate the sadness that overcomes us? High Expectations Don’t […]
May 29, 2012 by lisabarlage Are you planning a cookout or family picnic for this weekend or a summer holiday? You probably heard the same data I did that almost 75% of us grill out on Memorial Day and up to 90% on 4th of July. Of course the survey was done by Weber-Stephen Products, […]