Prevention and Wellness

We have all heard the phrase, "Stand up for what you believe in." As important as these words are for conducting one's own life, we can create just as vital words of wisdom by tweaking this expression and instead saying, "Stand up for healthy living." It's just as catchy to say, but what makes it

If you've read any blog or magazine lately, you've probably heard of something called "clean eating." The world of nutrition is full of buzzwords and trends, and clean eating seems to be shall we say, "trending" as of late. 

So, what is this trendy nutrition term all about? 

Today's busy mothers would be the first to say the one thing they'd like more of is "me" time. In celebration of all moms who put others' needs before their own, here are 10 ways you can create precious time for yourself to celebrate your Mother's Day all year long.

Running: You either love it or hate it. Some people find it to be a great health and mental wellness boost, while others feel it's it too hard, too boring or just too uncomfortable. 

There's a good chance you may not. For women, ill-fitting, irritating, or otherwise inappropriate clothing and accessories could contribute to health issues ranging from back pain to crooked toes to eye infections. Avoid these faux pas by shopping smarter and healthier.

A prediabetes diagnosis may come as a surprise, but it may be the wake-up call you need to change your health and lifestyle habits. Understanding prediabetes and your risk factors are important steps in staying ahead of the disease.

The sweet strawberry, the perfect bite-sized blueberry, the luscious raspberry. These palate-pleasing fruits are bursting with flavor. And something more: They contain anthocyanin a potential heart-protecting chemical.

We don't need to tell you how important sleep is for your physical and emotional health. You know how lousy you feel when you don't get enough. But have you ever noticed how terrible you look when you're sleep deprived? It's not pretty. You need your beauty sleep. 

What do an icy sidewalk, a rug and an electrical cord have in common? They could cause you to fall and become injured. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths, non-fatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma among older adults.