Some workouts get your heart pumping faster than others. If you’re looking for a way to improve your cardiovascular endurance, here are five activities to try....
Flexibility plays a key role in your overall fitness. In fact, stretching your muscles and joints on a regular basis can make a variety of everyday...
One condition, not uncommon in women, can be misdiagnosed as a typical problem in aging. An underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) can be responsible for a number...
Daikon is a sweet, mildly spicy root vegetable that resembles a plump white carrot. Also known as white or Japanese radish, daikon is popular in many...
Electronic cigarettes are devices designed to heat a nicotine-based liquid into a vapor, which can then be inhaled. Here’s a look at the known health risks...
If you’re nearsighted, orthokeratology can be an effective alternative to wearing glasses or contacts. This non-surgical treatment involves wearing rigid, custom-fit lenses overnight to temporarily reshape...
February is American Heart Month and a great opportunity to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Here are...
Respite care is designed to ease the burden of caregivers by temporarily taking over the responsibilities of attending to a sick, aging, or disabled family member....
Many people view couples therapy as a last-ditch effort to save a crumbling relationship. However, this type of therapy can be used to address a wide...
There are many environmental factors that can impact your respiratory health and make it harder for you to breathe. However, there are things you can do...
From lapses in memory to joint pain and hair loss, a wide range of symptoms is often chalked up to getting old. But which changes are...
After an injury, workers who receive higher prescription doses of an opioid are at increased risk of longer-term use, according to researchers at the Workers Compensation...
Cell Phone Elbow, Smartphone Neck Pain, Texting Claw, and now Smartphone Pinky, the newest tech injury. No one has studied Smartphone Pinky yet, but a plethora...
It’s odorless, tasteless, and invisible, and it just might be an unwelcome guest in your home. Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is the second leading...
Many of today’s jobs, hobbies, and modes of transportation make it easy to succumb to a sedentary lifestyle. Unfortunately, prolonged periods of inactivity are linked to...
Everyone gets a charley horse now and again while walking. But what if you experience a painful cramping sensation more often than normal, or even every...
Nearly one in five American adults lives with a mental illness–about 51.5 million people in 2019, according to the National Institutes of Mental Health. And among...
With short days and fewer options to socialize this winter, more people than ever may find themselves in need of a boost to help with lagging...
As you get older, your vision changes. This means that if you’ve been wearing the same eyewear for years, you’re likely due for an upgrade. Here...
As you get older, your body changes, and your health-care needs evolve. That’s why it’s important to speak with your doctor on a regular basis. Here...
In 2020, the pandemic turned our lives upside down and demanded that we all make sacrifices for the greater good. Now, many months later, you may...
If you want to remain healthy, regular checkups with your doctor, dentist, optometrist, and other health-care professionals are essential. These appointments help ensure that problems are...
After a busy holiday season, the new year presents a great opportunity to renew your commitment to a healthy lifestyle. One increasingly popular health and fitness...
Coughing is your body’s typical response to irritation or inflammation in your airways. However, the specific cause and proper treatment of cough depend on whether it’s...
Do you feel overwhelmed when you turn on your tablet, navigate your social media account, or sort through your inbox? If so, you may be experiencing...
Sneezing is your body’s way of expelling irritants from your nose and throat. Here are four fascinating facts about this bodily function. 1. There are many...
What grandparent doesn’t like to spoil their grandkids? While the occasional treat or gift is fine, an excess can do more harm than good. With the...
Staying fit and happy are two keys to living healthy and independent. Below is a list of six skills everyone should work on as they age:...
You need protein to build and repair your muscles, bones, skin, and blood. However, not all plant-based proteins are complete proteins, as some of them have...
Among the buzz in COVID-19 talk: vitamin D levels as a potential indicator of who’s at risk of developing more serious complications from the disease. A...