Not Just for Having Fun—Consider Swimming as Exercise
Looking for physical activity that is easy on your joints and good for your heart? You might want to try swimming. Swimming as exercise is a full body workout that also strengthens the heart muscle over time. Swimming also offers many other health benefits, since it burns a lot of calories, helps you sleep better, […]
Effective Steps for Reversing Prediabetes
If your provider told you that your blood sugar is higher than normal, you might have what’s known as prediabetes. Will you eventually develop diabetes or is reversing prediabetes possible? A prediabetes diagnosis is a red flag that says pay attention, but the good news is that it doesn’t automatically mean you will develop Type […]
Can a Special Diet for Arthritis Be Helpful?
You were diagnosed with osteoarthritis in your knees a few years back, but lately the pain has worsened. Is there something you can do to ease the ache? What about a diet for arthritis? The short answer is yes. While your diet in most cases won’t completely ease your discomfort and other arthritis-related symptoms, what […]
A Better Kind of Comfort Food for Anxiety and Stress
If you’re dealing with anxiety or stress, you definitely aren’t alone. Americans are more anxious today than they’ve ever been. But what if we told you that there are certain foods for anxiety that can help you cope? It’s true! While we often turn to comfort foods when we’re feeling stressed or anxious, like fast […]
Can Stress Cause Nausea? (The Answer Is Yes.)
It’s Sunday. While you enjoyed a worry-free Saturday, the work week is only hours away and you’re starting to experience the “Sunday scaries.” You know you’re stressed, but you’re also feeling queasy. Can stress cause nausea? The short answer is yes. Stress and anxiety (and other mental health issues, too) can wreak havoc on your […]
How to Exercise for Heart Health
When you’ve had a heart attack, starting to exercise again may be the last thing on your mind, but it’s important. Exercise for heart health is a key part of helping you recover. Think of it this way: when you’re trying to strengthen a part of your body like your biceps, you perform exercises that […]
Simple Ways to Improve Your Heart Health
Your heart is the engine that keeps your body running. A healthy heart means every other part of your body is getting the blood and oxygen it needs to perform at its best. However, good heart health isn’t something you can take for granted. Having a healthy heart requires making good decisions every day, and […]
Can You Lower Cholesterol Without Medication?
If you’ve been diagnosed with high cholesterol, you aren’t alone. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 38% of American adults has high cholesterol. What happens if you fall into that group? Does that automatically mean you’ll need to take medication to lower your cholesterol? That’s a common question, so we’re […]
Heart Healthy Foods List
Heart disease affects about 121.5 million U.S. adults—about half the population. While some factors that increase your risk for heart disease are beyond your control—age, sex and race—you can lower your risk with 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week and a heart-healthy diet. The next time you go grocery shopping, take along this […]
It’s Flu Season—How Can You Stay Healthy?
It’s Flu Season—How Can You Stay Healthy? Flu season is here and knowing how to protect your family is important. Taking the proper precautions can help you stay engaged with life during this time of year. Why Is Winter Considered Flu Season? The fall and winter months are commonly referenced as flu season because that’s […]