By Kelli Parisian– For the past 16 days I’ve been hyper alert to all the foods I eat with hidden sugar. We all know when we dive into a piece of banana cream pie, we are sugar loading, but have you ever stopped to think about all the things you
By Erin Chamerlik− Nearly half the U.S. adult population suffers from poor quality sleep at night and one third of all adults are sleeping less than six hours per night. This lack of restful sleep is affecting more than just daily activities. Sleep drives energy, focus, and sense of well-being
Want to take your commitment to local foods to the next level? Look no further than your own trashcan or compost bin. While many people think of food scraps—such as carrot tops, onion bottoms, and the tips of romaine hearts or pineapples—as waste (or future fertilizer), these items can be
Willpower comes in limited supply. It’s just another in a long line of reasons why you should decrease stress. Reducing life stressors helps not only decrease cortisol, but it also helps you not have to use your super willpowers. No matter how disciplined you are, each time you take a chunk
By Robert James – When you think about the word “coconut”, the first thing that comes to mind are places like Hawaii, the Philippines, or any tropical island known as a summer destination. The coconut itself has become a leader in the renewable industry as it offers a lot of
Getting your stomach from fat to flat can seem overwhelming when you are first starting out. But, do not let that deter you from moving towards your goal. Persistence can pay big dividends to removing the belly fat. The Health Implications Your goal may be to lose your belly fat
Everyone strives to get a good night’s sleep. We all know that waking up rested and refreshed is the first key to having a great and productive day. But for many people, chronic sleeping problems can lead to continuously miserable days when dragging feet and a wandering mind can put
By Stephen Kellie – Want to live till you’re 100? It’s more common than you think! According to this infographic designed by TK Encasa, there are 13,350 centenarians in the UK. Compared to 1982, when there were only 2,780, it’s clear that we’re living longer and that your chances of
By Patrick Vernon – According to the charity Disability.co.uk nine million people in the UK suffer from some form of hearing loss. Many of those affected can continue with their lives as normal, but some ignore the problem. If you are worried about your hearing you should make a visit
By Kris Gilbert– The fight against diseases such as Alzheimer’s’ and dementia continues to find allies in the world of natural supplements. In Europe, a supplement known as Alpha GPC is being used to help treat Alzheimer’s and the results are getting people’s attention. According to WebMD.com, Alpha GPC has
By Alice Lucey – The older you get, the more important taking care of your health becomes. For women aged fifty years of age and older, keeping physically active and following a healthy balanced diet covering all of the food groups is good practice for life long health. Women who
By Debra Atkinson – First thing in the morning: 8-16 oz water with fresh lemon Coffee (writing time) Pre-exercise fuel: Dependent on the type, time and intensity of the exercise Banana and Peanut butter Lundberg rice cakes with peanut butter Tortilla with peanut butter Small Whey protein shake (resistance training)
Sherry Lynn Harris, the author of the recently published book “Adapting to Alzheimer’s: Support for When Your Parent Becomes Your Child,” counts herself to be among the lucky ones. She provided non-stop care for her Alzheimer’s stricken mom for 18 years and managed to survive the ordeal. Harris barely held
From ACE Senior Adviser for Health and Fitness Education Jessica Matthews Stay Properly Hydrated Properly hydrating before, during and after exercise is crucial, especially during the warm months of summer. Per the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA), individuals should aim to consume between 17-20 ounces of water 2-3 hours prior
Are you experiencing your own internal heatwave? Do you wake up at least once during the night in a sweat? Do you have to get out of bed, towel off, change clothes and then try to get back to sleep, only to experience a repeat performance? Do you have to
Whether for yourself or for a loved one, these calculators are a starting point for becoming an advocate for healthy aging. Use them to assess an existing concern or even to develop an effective vocabulary for speaking with your doctor. Mental Health Elder Abuse Risk Assessment Respiratory Health Vision &
By Natalie Posdaljian – By 2014, one out of 10 Americans had invested in a wearable fitness tracker, according to Forbes. Although that number continues to grow in 2015, people are concerned that this gadget is just a technological fad that will soon pass. If you’re still on the fence
By Jasmine Dyoco– When discussing substance abuse and addiction, most people think about teenagers and young adults. Much public education is devoted to addiction prevention beginning in the elementary years, as evidence has shown that early education and intervention reduces the likelihood that children will experiment with drugs. Most people
By Carter Morgan– Even though many of us would choose the summer as our most enjoyable season of the year, the summer comes with its own fair share of challenges, especially due to the scorching heat. Whilst a little sunshine can be extremely pleasant and can make life happier and
By J. Kat Loren– I drove past the beautiful sprawling golf course of Miami’s Trump National Doral Resort and turned into the spa entrance, trusting that the Pritikin Program was tucked inside someplace along the winding driveway. And there it was – with its own beautifully landscaped entrance and resort
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