February Is Heart Month
February Is Heart MonthPosted on February 3, 2019
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease. The good news? Heart disease can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions. Communities, health professionals, and…
What Are Your Chances for Developing Heart Disease?Posted on February 3, 2019
Your chances of developing heart disease come down to the number of risk factors you have for it. The more factors, the higher the chance of getting it. Let’s take a look at 10 of the most common risk factors of heart disease: Heart Blood Pressure Diabetes and prediabetes Being…
How To Stay Comfortable During A ColdPosted on February 3, 2019
Another cold and flu season has arrived, and it’s nearly impossible not to be affected. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, adults have an average of two to three colds a year, and children have even more. And when one family member catches a cold, it’s likely…
Fast Healthy LunchesPosted on February 3, 2019
A big step toward eating better lunches can be to fill half your plate with fruits and veggies. There are several powerful vegetables one can add to improve your health according to WebMD. Here are hints on how: Add fruit and nuts to salad; top with a low-fat dressing. Add chopped…
How Can Exercise Help You Look and Feel Younger?Posted on February 3, 2019
It’s been proven many times over that exercising can help you look and feel younger, but exactly what kind of exercises should you be doing? Broken down into two broad categories, it should be a mix of cardio and strength training. Cardio Doing anything that raises your heart rate qualifies…
Does Drinking More Water Boost Your Metabolism?Posted on December 24, 2018
Sounds crazy but, most studies show drinking water does boost your metabolism but by how much? According to a 2003 study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology, participants showed a 30 percent metabolic increase that lasted between 10 and 40 minutes after drinking two cups of water. By…