Just like fitness trends, technology is always changing. iPhones and Androids are becoming a normalcy. With thousands of applications to choose from, and probably hundreds of fitness apps, it’s hard to know which one to use. So what is best for you? It really depends on what you’re looking for. Many apps track your calories, […]
Safety in the Sun
It’s summer time, which is usually a time to head to the beach, or go outside and soak up some sun. This year, maybe instead of soaking up sun, you’ll protect yourself from the sun. Soaking up the sun usually means soaking up UV (Ultraviolet) rays which puts you at greater risk for skin cancer. […]
National Safety Month
June is National Safety Month! What does being safe mean? Shouldn’t we celebrate being safe every day? Yes! Safety month is to make everyone aware about some very important safety issues. i.e. Prescription painkiller abuse, transportation safety, ergonomics, emergency preparedness, and slips, falls and trips. (1) Remember these important safety tips: Be smart when driving, […]
Fitness Fads
Much like the latest fads in fashion, fitness fads come and go every year too. Fitness fads seem most popular in January when everyone has set their new year’s resolution to be fit. This year in 2015, the fitness fads that seem to be a big hit include: HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) Strength Training […]
High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (HBP) or hypertension (HTN) is a common medical condition. Although the exact causes of HBP haven’t been pinpointed, the following conditions and factors play a part in HBP (1): Smoking Being Overweight or Obese Too Much Salt Excess Alcohol Intake Stress Genetics Older Age Family History There are many consequences to having […]
Alcohol Awareness Month
Alcohol Awareness Month Did you know that every day, about 30 people in the United States alone die in a motor vehicle crash that involves an alcohol-impaired driver? Did you know that 4,700 teens die each year due to alcohol use? These statistics show the reality of the effects of alcohol. Moderation is key!! (1) […]
Take Care of Your Eyes
We are able to see the environment around us, the people around us, and the weather outside because of our eyes. How can we maintain our eyes so that we can still see these things years from now? Here are four ways to maintain that eye health. Eat Well In order to maintain good eye […]
Occupational Health – How to Stay Safe on the Job
Happy April! This week we will focus on occupational health and safety. Did you know that 4,405 workers were killed in 2013 on the job? Although this may seem high, this number is actually the lowest total since the fatal injury census was first conducted. (1) Construction rated the highest industry in these deaths. How […]
Diabetes Alert Day
Diabetes is a disease that has been around, anyone with diabetes knows that it’s a disease that’s ongoing and needs to stay under control. What exactly is diabetes? Diabetes is a condition that causes your body to have high blood sugar levels. There are three types of diabetes but the types I’ll focus on are, […]
Low Cost Wellness Initiatives
These days the popular thing to do is join a gym, eat healthy (which sometimes includes healthy organic food that is costly), and to track your steps with sometimes, high cost wrist bands. Sometimes, it just costs too much for all that. Why stay fit if you can’t afford it? Don’t worry, you […]
