Feb 2, 2018
February is American Heart Month Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Fortunately, it is largely preventable and there are many things people can do to reduce their risk, such as being more active. Join the NHLBI and itsThe Heart Truth®...
Feb 1, 2018
February is American Heart Month, a time to show yourself some love by learning about your risks for heart disease and stroke and staying “heart healthy” for yourself and your loved ones. Cardiovascular disease (CVD)—including heart disease, stroke, and...
Jan 31, 2018
Worried about managing prescription drug costs? Here are some resources that may be able to help. Talk with your health care provider: Share your cost concerns with your health care provider. Are you able to take a generic medication? Is there a less costly medication...
Jan 31, 2018
Credit card debt and the stress that goes with it can be bad for your health. To reduce both, tackle your smallest balances first. Make this the year to get your finances in order. Large amounts of credit card debt—and the stress that goes with it—can be bad for your...
Jan 31, 2018
It’s not too late to protect yourself, your family, your friends, your coworkers, and the people we support from the effects of the flu. The CDC recently released an official Health Advisory to alert doctors of increased influenza A(H3N2) activity. A colder...
Jan 28, 2018
Both summer and winter squash are available year-round, but in the depths of winter, it feels good to turn on the oven and roast some squash or make it into a delicious, smooth-textured soup. There are several different varieties of winter squash, and what they all...
Jan 27, 2018
Studies show that people that eat out 3 or more times per week eat more fat, sodium and calories and fewer vitamins, minerals, and fiber than those that eat in. Stock your kitchen with nutritious foods to save your waistline and wallet. Try these: Beans and brown...
Jan 27, 2018
Food choices play an important role in preventing hypertension Most people know that consuming less sodium helps lower blood pressure, but the important role of potassium is often overlooked. Potassium relaxes the blood vessels so that blood flows through them more...
Jan 27, 2018
If winter is making you a bit stir crazy and you’re yearning for warmer spring weather so that you can take your workout outdoors, well then, why wait? Go ahead and get outside! Just be sure follow these tips before you brave the cold. Proper dress and a dynamic...
Jan 26, 2018
According to Seafood Health Facts, the top four seafood choices are tuna, salmon, Alaskan pollock and tilapia. You may be surprised that tilapia is so popular, but its mild flavor and inexpensive cost make it a favorite among consumers. In fact, since 2006 Americans...
