Contributed by Paulk’s Pride – Muscadines are one of the South’s best-kept secrets. Native to Southeastern United States, the uniqueness of this powerful fruit doesn’t stop at its name. The list of nutritional benefits include helping joint and muscle pain, controlling normal blood pressure, enhancing nerve and muscle
By Joy Stephenson-Laws is the founder of Proactive Health Labs (pH) and her team— According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, drug addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disease. It is considered a brain disease because studies have shown that drugs and alcohol physically change the structure of the brain
Are you bored of the same routine and the same old gym workouts? Joining the gym is an excellent way to stay fit. But, many of us fail to understand that it is not the only way you can be healthy. Let’s take a look at fun ways to get
Constipation is one of the most common digestive complaints, affecting around 42 million people in the U.S, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. This common condition is defined as having fewer than three bowel movements per week, and having bowel movements that are hard, dry and small,
By Allegra Gallian – This post is sponsored by EyePromise. All opinions are my own! It’s no secret that we change as we get older, and our bodies function differently at different ages. Over time, you might have noticed that your metabolism has slowed down, you don’t move as quickly
Stress is one of the top causes of heart disease. It’s not easy to deal with, and it just gets more difficult as we get older. However, not all stress is bad or difficult. There is a difference between good stress and bad stress. Stress can be a good thing;
By Jacky Miller— Daily walking has more health benefits than sporadic heavy exercising. It not only helps you feel good, it will help you look good as well. Exercise does not have to be harsh and difficult. A simple brisk walk each day can greatly improve your health. Here are
By Lisa Cypers Kamen – While we live in a high-tech world where NASA discovers new exo-planets for possible future colonization and people receive spectacular new surgeries, the truth is we still live with a stigma surrounding mental illness. The source of the stigma around mental illness is related to
By Diane Cunnings – Cycling is a wonderful hobby for women over 50. In fact, the sport is gaining momentum with older adults. Biking is enjoyable, provides low-impact exercise and often serves to improve your social network. Older adults who take up cycling commonly find the activity changes their lives
By Susan Smith Jones, PhD – Our musculoskeletal system is truly a thing of wonder. Our bones and muscles working in concert allow us to perform everything from the most grand of movements — like a ballerina leaping across the stage — to the most intricate — like a surgeon
By Vanessa Sheets─ Ever wonder why some 75-year-olds are able to trek five mile hikes, hold second-act careers, and drive while others can’t get around the house without a walker? We usually chalk it up to luck or genetics. But it turns out that we have more control over how
Who doesn’t love snuggling under a warm blanket while you catch up on the latest movies or dive into a new book? And the idea of hibernating, especially during snowstorms and freezing rain, often sounds preferable to slipping and falling on ice or risking catching the flu. But if you’ve
If you have severe to profound hearing loss, chances are you are already a seasoned hearing aid wearer. You know which listening situations gives you more trouble than others, and which hearing aid features you can’t live without. But if you’re thinking about purchasing your next pair of hearing aids,
Adrian Cordiner – Eye health and the aging process Vision is one element of our health that we expect will deteriorate with age, with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare finding that 95% of Australians aged over 55 will experience eye problems or eye diseases. However, that is no
By Vanessa Sheets─ You have a gut feeling that something isn’t quite right. You’re winded after walking up a short flight of stairs. Exercise feels impossible and your ankles are swollen by the end of the day. So you schedule a doctor’s visit. “You have heart disease,” your doctor says
The saying “You are what you eat,” is often said as a reminder that eating badly or otherwise ingesting harmful things usually includes a cost. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to “become more aware of what goes into your body” and smarter about your diet and any
By Allegra Gallian – This post is sponsored by Lubrigyn, your ultimate ally for intimate care. Taking good care of your body is important. Regular exercise strengthens your muscles and bones. Reducing stress levels helps you stay healthy and happy. And bathing keeps your skin and hair fresh and clean.
By Joy Stephenson-Laws and the pH professional health care team – If you’ve ever felt like no amount of dieting and exercise works on your bottom half, read on. There’s a relatively common fat disorder called lipedema, often mistaken for simple obesity. It is estimated to affect 10 million to 17
By Joy Stephenson-Laws and the pH professional health care team – Did you know vitamin B12 is critical for brain function? When you don’t have enough of this essential vitamin — found in foods such as beef, fish and dairy products — you may start to experience mental decline, such as
By M’lou Walker, CEO, Matrixx Initiatives – This time of year, colds can be as unpredictable as the weather. Whether taking public transportation, shaking hands at business meetings or taking care of under-the-weather family members, it seems impossible to avoid a run-in with the notorious cold virus. As a CEO
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