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 […]
Heart Health
DO YOU KNOW? Of course everyone knows that a heart attack is preceded by chest pain. And everyone knows that it is primarily a disease of old men. And everyone knows that it occurs while doing things like shoveling snow. And everyone knows that this condition runs in families. Although these statements may be true, […]
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 […]
“Super” Foods for your Super Diet
If you haven’t already heard, superfoods are all the rage. They can eliminate wrinkles, lift depression, boost physical performance and if you eat enough, they can even add up to seven years to your life! Just kidding. Sort of. Joking aside, what exactly are superfoods? Well, I’m about to rock your world, because, there […]
Valentine Yourself with a Healthy Heart
February is the month in which we find Valentine’s Day so it makes sense to designate this month as Heart Month. Anatomically, the heart is part of the cardiovascular system. Diseases of this system include high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack. Unfortunately, a very large percentage of these conditions are preventable with regular aerobic […]
Heart Health
It’s been said to “Follow Your Heart,” but what is our heart saying? Did you know that the heart beats about 100,000 times in one day, and 35 million times in a year? (3) Our heartbeat tells us when we’re experiencing different emotions. If our heart is so important, than why do we fill […]
