The definition of happiness is “a mental or emotional state of well-being characterized by positive or pleasant emotions”. But what determines happiness? Gandhi said “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are all in harmony.” It seems simple enough, right? There are many forms of mental illnesses, but […]
Fruits & Veggies
Every step taken towards eating more fruits and veggies helps you and your family be at their best. Fruits and veggies can be great sources of key nutrients that may help to reduce your family’s risk of developing certain diseases: Calcium: Calcium is essential for health bones and teeth. It is also needed for normal […]
Respiratory Health
When writing any article about respiratory health, one needs to consider lung cancer at the top of the list. The CDC publishes the following: “Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death and the second most diagnosed cancer in both men and women in the United States. In 2011, 14% of all cancer diagnoses […]
National Safety Month
June is National Safety Month There are so many fun activities to do outside in the summer. Remember these safety tips so everyone has a fun time! Fireworks Safety Leave Fireworks to the Professionals If you plan to use them at home make sure they are legal Be Careful with Sparklers Sparklers burn at up […]
For the Men – Men’s Health Month
The following is taken from the American Cancer Society website on prostate cancer which is a most common form of cancer in men. Take the Quiz: Prostate Cancer Don’t be fooled by rumors and misinformation about prostate cancer. Get the facts. Test your knowledge of 6 common beliefs about prostate cancer. ________________________________________ 1 Men of […]
Allergy and Asthma Season
Allergy is defined as an abnormal reaction by our body to some foreign substance. When our body’s immune system is exposed to an irritating foreign substance (allergen) usually after multiple prior exposures, it develops something called antibodies to fight away these unwanted allergens. When enough of these antibodies are produced, further exposures to these allergens […]
The Benefits of Exercise
Physical activity is good for us, but do you realize how good it is? What are the benefits of exercise? Exercise benefits are abundant regardless of your age, sex or physical ability. The types of exercises one does will be determined by these factors. Before starting a new exercise program, you should consult with your […]
Biggest Loser Challenge Wrap Up – Maintaining Progress
As we come to the end of our Biggest Loser Challenge it is important to remember why we decided to participate initially and where we want to go from here. Although the focus may be removed as the challenge is over, there are many reasons for each of us individually to continue the focus on […]
Colon Cancer Awareness
An average individual might think that if they have cancer of any type they would surely feel ill. However, all cancers are not accompanied with serious symptoms in the early stages. Although some cancers are slow growing others may spread rapidly. Early colon cancer may have no symptoms or very vague symptoms such as abdominal […]
Portion Control
As we age each individual has different nutrition and physical activity needs. Dietary needs are determined by age, gender, weight and activity level. Remember to: Eat a healthy diet Fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fat-free or low-fat dairy products Protein from poultry, fish, beans, eggs, nuts and other lean meats Low in saturated fats, sodium […]
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