Feb 1, 2025 —
Most of us know that we can take âheart smartâ steps to promote cardiac wellness. But sometimes, even the researchers are amazed at what a difference these lifestyle choices can make. The American College of Cardiology reported on a study, this one on a group of over 20,000 healthy Swedish men aged 45 â 79.... Read More
Jan 15, 2025 —
Itâs important to know the facts about salt, the most frequently used seasoning in American diets. Sodium chloride, the chemical term for salt, is an important substance that our bodies need. But too much salt can put our health at risk. “Salt-savvy” consumers should be aware of some common beliefs about sodium that can stand... Read More
Jan 1, 2025 —
The holidays are over, and many of us enjoyed indulging in delicious treats and spending quality time with loved ones. Itâs also common to take a break from regular routines, including exercise, during this busy season. Now is the perfect time to refocus on staying active and feeling our best as we move into the... Read More
Dec 1, 2024 —
This is the time of year when we take stock of the previous year and make note of changes weâd like to make in our lives. Maybe your list of resolutions includes ways to improve your financial health, such as saving more and spending less. Maybe youâd like to improve yourself in other waysâvolunteering more,... Read More
Dec 1, 2024 —
These days, more and more people have a smartphoneâand most of those phones come equipped with a camera. Itâs become our impulse to whip out our phone or digital camera to take a photo of anything interesting we see. But a number of experts say that relying on our devices to do all the remembering... Read More
Nov 1, 2024 —
How well do you and your doctor communicate? Itâs an important question because a positive relationship with your doctor is essential when it comes to getting good health care. Many people, both doctors and patients, feel that the fast pace of health care visits today leaves little time for asking questions or really getting to... Read More
Nov 1, 2024 —
The holiday season is upon us! We gather to cheer for our football team, dive into our favorite foods, find bargains for our gift lists and spend extra time with our loved ones. Itâs also the perfect time to share our advance care planning decisions and end-of-life preferences. Why? Because everyone around the table will... Read More
Oct 1, 2024 —
Steve saw Mom at her computer with her credit card out. âWhat are you doing?â he asked. Mom had a sad look on her face. âIâm making a donation to a charity thatâs helping people affected by the flooding in Florida,â she said. Steve looked at the email Mom had received; the sender had a... Read More
Oct 1, 2024 —
Youâve probably heard about practicing mindfulness before but what exactly does it mean? In short, mindfulness means that youâre focusing on being rooted in the present moment. It sounds simple enough. But just like any skill, learning to be mindful takes practice and patience. Purpose of Mindfulness Overall, the idea behind mindfulness is being... Read More
Sep 15, 2024 —
Do you âdoomscrollâ? That word was coined to describe a habit many of us have developed over the past few years, obsessively clicking on links to bad news in our social media feeds or online news sites. âThe biology of our brains may play a role in that,â say researchers from Washington University School of... Read More
