World Heart Day is September 29. This global campaign created by the World Heart Federation aims to highlight the prevalence of heart disease and stroke, the most common non-communicable diseases on earth. Learn why heart-healthy eating is important and what changes you should make to...
September is National Fruit and Vegetable Month, so now is the ideal time to take a good hard look at your diet. Do you eat enough fresh food? Why is it important to include produce in your diet? It all becomes clear once you understand...
It may seem unnecessary to visit the doctor when you don’t have any symptoms, but scheduling preventative health checkups at least once a year can benefit you in many ways. Here are five reasons to schedule your next health checkup today. Catch Diseases Early Not all conditions...
Everyone wants a fast metabolism. After all, the higher your metabolic rate, the more calories you burn at rest. Using more calories makes it easier to lose weight and keep it off. You also have more energy and feel healthier overall. Use these 10 simple...
One of the hurdles of weight loss is learning how to prevent what you eat, when you eat, and how much you eat from spiraling out of control. Keeping a food journal is one of the first tricks registered dietitians recommend to their clients. In a...
When the temperature soars into the 90s and beyond this summer, it’s tempting to cool off with a Popsicle or ice-cold soda, but these sweets aren’t doing your health any favors. Here are 10 reasons to limit sugary treats this summer and some healthy substitutes...
You live a hectic lifestyle, but pause for a moment and think about your health. Are you eating right? Do you get enough exercise? Is your stress level low? If you answer “no” to any of these questions, it’s time to make some changes. With...
Do you find that your muscle health or strength is lacking? There are many patients that want to become stronger or healthier in general. The more active you are, the healthier your muscles can be. Working them often will allow them to grow and will...