How many times do you wash your hands each day? Whatever the number is, it may not be enough! December is the month designated to remind us all of the importance of handwashing. According to the Centers for Disease Control, washing your hands is the single most effective way to prevent sickness. By washing your […]
We’ve all seen them and many of us have struggled with them ourselves. Striae, more commonly known as stretch marks, are frequently seen in men and women of all shapes, sizes and ages. The unwelcome marks typically develop on the abdomen, breasts, hips, thighs and upper arms. These days, they are a popular topic in […]
Anxiety, stress, depression… we’ve all experienced one or all of them at some time or another. Especially around the holiday season, the causes can vary. You might be under tight deadlines at work, worried about finances, experiencing issues at home or concerned about a loved one with an illness. Whatever the case, experiencing some of […]
When it comes to cooking at home, you’re probably familiar with the basic standards of what’s healthy and what’s not. Cooking with lots of sugar, butter and white flour is not ideal, while fruits, vegetables and whole grains are healthier options. But there’s more to it than that– some of the foods you probably have […]
Diabetes is a group of diseases characterized by high blood glucose levels resulting from the body’s inability to properly produce and/or use insulin. You’ve definitely heard of it before, but you probably don’t realize quite how prevalent it is. The numbers are staggering! The American Diabetes Association has designated the month of November, American Diabetes […]
According to the World Health Organization, close to 100% of adults have dental cavities and 15-20% suffer from severe periodontal (gum) disease. It may almost sound like dental health issues are inevitable, but fear not- there are steps you can take to significantly reduce or completely prevent yourself from facing painful and expensive dental issues. […]
Many of you work hard to keep yourselves and your families healthy. You put in time at the gym, avoid chocolate cake, wear sunscreen and make an effort to get eight hours of sleep each night. But what are you doing to protect your vision? It’s not enough to rely on genetics or age. There […]
The quintessential fall months of October and November are upon us and you know what that means- changing leaves, cooler weather and pumpkins galore! There will be pumpkin lattes, pumpkin pies, pumpkin ravioli and more. There’s no question that pumpkin season is very tasty, but what does it mean for your health? According to Food […]
In recent years, we have all been hearing it more and more – breakfast is the most important meal of the day. While adults need the morning nutrition to fuel their workday, the importance of eating breakfast is even higher for children. While many of us know that breakfast is critically important to your overall […]