By Corinne Keating— A cancer diagnosis can be terrifying at any age. While treatments have come a long way and cancer does not mean a death sentence, the best way to beat cancer is prevention. There are many things you can do to reduce your chances of getting cancer. Start
When Edie Sundby’s doctors diagnosed her with stage 4 gallbladder cancer and told her she had three months to live, she decided that she wasn’t going to let cancer kill her spirit. In her new book The Mission Walker, Sundby shares her story of physical, emotional, and spiritual healing by
By Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D.– How often do you ponder how unique you are? There are more than seven billion people on this planet, yet from the color of your eyes to the sway of your moods, from your list of favorite foods to your health challenges, and from your
By Jessica Max – Have you ever felt pain on your heel first thing in the morning upon waking up? Or maybe after an exercise or a strenuous activity? Or the moment you stood up from sitting for a long time? Such may be the result of having heel spurs.
By Dr. Pierre Mantello, Ph.D., M.D. – The daily grind can be daunting. Between all of our commitments and obligations, it can be hard to move through our tasks with a sense of ease and optimal vitality. Let’s take a step back and examine the factors that make us feel
By Mary Wong – Whether it’s a career goal like moving into the C suite or something more personal like losing weight, most people are always looking for a way to better themselves in some way. In fact, if you go into any bookstore or look at the titles on
The ancient Greek physician Hippocrates once advised “Let food be that medicine and medicine be thy food.” Although it may not be possible to cure cancer with food alone, there is ample evidence that certain foods can support the body in fighting not only cancers of the gastrointestinal tract such
The lifestyle we lead can often determine how long we will live. For instance, one study found that excessive smoking and drinking of alcohol, as well as a lack of fruit and vegetables, can shave many years off your life while making you appear 12 years older. However, it’s never
Article courtesy of Darrell Smith, Executive Director, The International Window Film Association (IWFA) Neighborhood barbeques, pool parties, and vacations all bring summer close to mind. With all the bright fun that summer offers, it’s also a time to remember that this season is when the sun’s harmful UV rays are
By Nathaniel Altman – Author of The New Oxygen Prescription Oxygen is essential for life. It makes up 65% of the elements of our body, including blood, organs, tissues and skin. Oxygen therapies involve administering small amounts of diluted ozone or hydrogen peroxide into the body for the prevention and
By Allegra Gallian – This post is sponsored by EyePromise. When you think about living a healthy lifestyle, what comes to mind? We’re guessing you’re thinking about eating a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, limiting sugar and carbs, monitoring sodium intake, and drinking in moderation, perhaps. These are indeed all aspects
By Lori Osachy, MSS, LCSW – I have been an eating disorders and body image therapist for over twenty years, and have noticed an alarming trend. Eating and body image disorders are skyrocketing among midlife women and men. The media and our culture tend to categorize eating disorders as a
As people age, it can get to be difficult to perform the everyday tasks that make up so much of our lives. This could be things like climbing the stairs, making dinner, or even using a cell phone to make phone calls. We might not hear or see quite as
Teeth, it’s time to move over. The gums are having a moment. By Dr. Mahnaz Rashti, DDS – From whitening treatments to veneers, beautiful, straight, and healthy-looking teeth have long been the focus of our smiles. However, what more and more women are beginning to realize is all of that
Adenomyosis, similar to endometriosis, is when the inner lining of the uterus grows into the muscle wall of the uterus. However, unlike endometriosis, adenomyosis is strictly located in the uterus. The symptoms caused by adenomyosis can include pain and heavy bleeding, which can ultimately have a negative impact on a
Depending on who you are, you may have differing opinions about what defines a senior citizen and who should be eligible for the early bird special. But what most all of us can agree upon is that as we age our comfort becomes both more of a priority, and that
By Kim Callinan— Allyne Hammer of Santa Cruz, California, has lived with a brain tumor and incurable cancer for seven years. “When I was first diagnosed, my doctors just kept doing what was protocol for my disease,” she says. “But every treatment and test came with debilitating side effects for
As you age, you may find yourself more and more forgetful of things. Whether you’ve misplaced your keys or forgotten why you’ve entered a room, the occasional lapses are common, especially as you age. But you don’t need to give in to those “senior moments.” Based on research, you can
Staying Engaged, Active, and Connected, at Any Age By Roberto Muñiz – What does it look like to be with it? An 86-year-old literature professor writing his latest book about Shakespeare? A 90-year-old music legend turning off the microphones at Radio City Music Hall to show his unaccompanied voice can
By Melissa White Davis, VP Global Marketing Digital Health, EarlySense – Studies show that women live longer than men, but despite this fact, women still need to make health a priority. It is crucial to find balance in your lifestyle and make decisions that help maintain your resilience for the
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