According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 80,000 Americans died of influenza and its complications during the 2017-18 season. This is the highest death toll from the flu in the last FOUR decades. When it comes to the flu vaccine, the question for almost everyone shouldn't be if you should […]
The single best way to prevent your family or you from contracting the flu is to get a flu vaccine each season. The Centers for Disease Control emphasizes that the benefits of flu vaccinations are numerous and well researched: they can reduce the risk of flu-associated hospitalization; they are an important preventive tool for people […]
The Ketogenic Diet has surged in popularity in the last few years — with claims that you can eat all the fat you want and never feel hungry again — it’s no wonder that so many people are giving the “keto” diet a shot. But what exactly is the keto diet, how does it work, […]
Comfort often originates in the kitchen, whether the process of preparing food or the gathering of loved ones to share in its consumption. With the holiday season just around the corner, many of us will find ourselves spending a lot of time in the kitchen. However, cooking large family meals and holiday treats there is also the threat of experiencing discomfort — in the form of unexpected injuries.
When you have the flu, probably the last thing on your mind is eating. While a reduced appetite is completely normal, your body still needs nutrients to aid in the recovery process. Below is a guide on what you should eat and drink as well as what to avoid if you come down with the dreaded seasonal flu.
Each year the month of October is blanketed by pink to signify breast cancer awareness. And while it certainly raises awareness, many women are still confused about when they need to get their first mammogram, how often, and how family history can play a factor. Though women have been urged to get regular mammograms for the last 50 years, experts don’t necessarily agree about when women should begin the screenings:
Flu season has officially begun — and the single best way to prevent your family or you from contracting the flu is to get a flu vaccine each season. The CDC emphasizes that the benefits of flu vaccinations are numerous and well researched: they can reduce the risk of flu-associated hospitalization; they are an important preventive tool for people with chronic health conditions; vaccination helps protect women during and after pregnancy; and, getting vaccinated also protects people around you who are more susceptible to illness, such as babies, young children and seniors.
Let’s face it — sometimes a cold beer on a warm day really hits the spot. Most people like to imbibe on occasion, however, drinking four to five beers on a warm day is neither good for your body or your health. So are there healthy ways to drink alcohol? The definitive answer is no, abstinence is healthiest. However, there are ways to cut down on the calories and carbs associated with happy hour drinks. Here’s a guide to “healthier” drinking
In recent years, avocados have exploded in popularity — they’re not just the main ingredient for guacamole anymore! Avocados are in everything from smoothies to salads to sandwiches and wraps. Even avocado oil can be substituted for vegetable oil in cooking. So what has made this fruit the go-to super food? Below are some of the health benefits of avocados:
One in every three adults in the United States has high blood pressure, and barely more than half of them manage to keep it in check. Elevated blood pressure numbers put you at a higher risk for a long list of medical complications, so it’s very important to be aware of your blood pressure readings.
Blood pressure is given as a reading of two numbers, such as 115/75. The higher number, known as systolic, is the pressure when the heart beats. The lower number is the diastolic, which is the pressure between the heartbeats while the heart is refilling with blood. Normal blood pressure readings are lower than 120/80.
Deciding the right time to have a baby is overwhelming and difficult for most couples, but the truth is there is no perfect time to a baby — all women have different bodies and circumstances. Unfortunately, the “biological clock” is always ticking, and we’re not fertile forever.
You may have heard increasing talk of “gut health” recently, and there’s good reason for it. The health of your gut plays a major role in your overall health and well-being. The wrong bacteria in the wrong place can cause problems for your digestive and overall health, but the right bacteria in the right place can have benefits — this is where probiotics come in.