The Mediterranean Diet includes healthy fats and whole grains, as well as being rich in fruits and vegetables. This way of eating is being touted as the number one diet of 2020. It’s sensible, sustainable, healthy, well-balanced, family-friendly–and easy to follow. As with any diet, getting creative and finding healthy …
Read MoreBy managing your stress, you’ll not only be happier but healthier too. Many common health problems can be avoided by simply managing stress. Heart disease, asthma, headaches, depression, obesity, gastrointestinal problems and even Alzheimer’s disease are all health issues that develop or worsen due to stress. Dr. Jay Winner, MD, …
Read MoreThe key nutrients in “snail slime” are the same ones you find in just about every beauty product on the market. These secretions contain hyaluronic acid, glycoprotein enzymes and peptides. There is nothing particularly unique to snail creams and masks, but they do contain all of the key ingredients for …
Read MoreIf you’re thinking of picking up some fitness-focused gifts for your loved ones, you’ve got a bit of considering ahead of you. If your loved ones aren’t particularly excited about working out, they might not appreciate, say a gym membership. However, there are some healthy gifts that just about anyone …
Read MoreWe all know that ticks, those little insects that latch onto you and try to drink your blood, much like a tiny, annoying vampire. You also are probably aware that ticks carry Lyme disease, which can cause severe headaches, intense muscle stiffness, arthritis and joint swelling, random pains, irregular heartbeat, …
Read MoreSneezing, wheezing, and headache? Muscle aches, restlessness, and coughing? It can be hard to figure out whether your new illness is the common cold or the more insidious flu. Here are a few key differences you can use to decide whether it’s just a cold or something more serious the …
Read MoreForms of dementia like Alzheimer’s may not have one clear cause, but there are things you can do even early on in life to prevent developing serious cognitive decline later on. Read on to learn about some of the measures you can take to protect yourself against dementia and neurodegenerative …
Read MoreInsomnia is a frustrating health condition that can rob you of hours of much-needed rest. Still, there are a few ways you can proactively take control of your insomnia and hopefully get those dark circles out from under your eyes. If you suffer from chronic sleep deprivation, there are a …
Read MoreMany women wonder if it’s safe to exercise during their pregnancy. They may worry that too much exercise could harm their growing child, or that they could injure themselves due to their changing body. So what’s the real truth about exercising during pregnancy? And if it is safe, what should …
Read MoreIt’s never too late to expand your horizons and continue your education. In fact, retirement is the best time to learn something new. You have the time to explore hobbies and interests—plus learning has been shown to help keep your mind feeling sharp. Benefits of Lifelong Learning Staying active and …
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