It’s time to bring out the green thumb because gardening season is upon us. Many enjoy gardening and its numerous health benefits. However, it is important to be mindful of the stress and strain activities such as digging, planting, weeding, and raking can cause. The back, knees, neck, and shoulders can be especially vulnerable to […]
As we age, occasional forgetfulness is common and often dismissed as a normal part of the aging process. However, distinguishing between typical memory lapses and more serious cognitive decline, such as Alzheimer’s disease, can be challenging. We explore the differences between simple forgetfulness and Alzheimer’s disease, as well as key signs to watch for and […]
One symptom that many cancer patients know is fatigue. Whether caused by the cancer itself, or a byproduct of treatment, fatigue is a burden on the lives of cancer patients. Fatigue is draining and prevents people from living out their lives. Other factors linked with fatigue are pain, anxiety, sleep problems, and depression. It’s important […]
Blood clots, medically known as thrombosis, can be a silent and potentially life-threatening condition. These clots can form in your arteries or veins, obstructing blood flow and causing a range of health issues, from deep vein thrombosis (DVT) to pulmonary embolism, heart attacks, and strokes. The good news is that many blood clots are preventable. […]
Squirrels may be on to something. A study in the New England Journal of Medicine has found that the more nuts you eat, the longer you live.1 Researchers studied the association between nut intake and mortality among 76,464 women in the Nurses’ Health Study and 42,498 men in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study. They found […]
Veganism, a dietary lifestyle that excludes all animal products, has gained significant popularity in recent years.1,2 It is the position of the American Dietetic Association and Dietitians of Canada that appropriately planned vegetarian diets are healthful, nutritionally adequate, and provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases. Approximately 2.5% of adults in […]
Visiting your doctor is often only a first step to good health. What you do next can be even more important. Here are some tips to help you get the care you need:
Walkers, canes, and other assistive devices can help seniors maintain their independence. However, if used incorrectly, these devices can cause more falls than they prevent. The American Physical Therapy Association recommends elderly adults who use canes and walkers as walking aids be properly assessed and fitted by a physical therapist to avoid fall-related injuries. A […]
Good nutrition is important, no matter what our age. It provides energy and can helps control weight. It may also help prevent some diseases, such as osteoporosis, high blood pressure, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. But as we age, our bodies and life changes, and so does what we need to stay […]
We often start the New Year with resolutions to improve our health and find over time that it is difficult to stick with a program. Walking is one of the best ways to get and stay fit. Perhaps a fitness tracker; also called an activity tracker, would help to stay motivated to get moving more […]
