As you age, your body tends to wear down; the immune system weakens, metabolism decreases, and bones become brittle. Age-related muscle loss, or sarcopenia, comes naturally when your body ages. According to Harvard Health Publishing, “after age 30, you begin to lose...
New blood pressure guidelines mean nearly half of Americans will be diagnosed with high blood pressure, rising from 32 percent under the old guidelines to 46 percent under the new benchmarks. But that doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll all need medication...
It’s a new year, and you have decided to commit to that long-standing goal you’ve been putting off. How do you start? Whether you've decided to live a healthier lifestyle, make a positive change, or master a skill, we’ve got you covered with five tips on how to...
Winter’s frigid winds might be cool for snowmen, but not for our skin. No matter what skin type you have—whether it’s oily, dry, combination, or aging—the climate can take its toll. Winter’s damaging effects include chapping, redness, itching, and other irritation to...
The holiday season is a time when family and friends get together to make lasting memories and reflect upon the past year. However, anyone staying in the hospital over the holidays will need a little extra holiday cheer. Hospitals and nursing homes hold holiday events...
The holiday season is a time of togetherness, gifts, and eating. Snacks are plentiful during this time of year, and many of us find it hard to resist candy, cookies, and other treats at home and at work. Luckily, there are alternatives for healthy treats that are also...
Gift giving around the holidays can be a joyous and fulfilling activity, but it can be stressful if you don’t know what to give certain people on your list. Gifts that help a friend or a family member in the journey to living a healthier life will keep on giving....
The stress of the holiday season and shorter amounts of daylight could be enough to dampen even Santa’s legendary good mood. Learn how to avoid the winter blues this year. Tips to keep your mood and outlook healthy during the winter: Keep active. Take...
As we age, almost all of us will develop some degree of osteoarthritis, medical experts say. However, by addressing risk factors, you can lower the chance of developing it and make it less disruptive to your life if you do. In...
Are you kicking yourself for not achieving your 2017 New Year’s resolutions? You’re not the only one: Only 8 percent of people achieve their New Year’s resolutions, according to Forbes. Thankfully, 2018 is just around the corner, affording you another opportunity to...