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Diet for Heart Health A healthy diet and lifestyle are the two main keys to heart health. Managing and preventing heart disease is not as hard as most of us think. It’s a matter of making choices that count! A nutritious, healthy diet plays a huge role in preventing ...

High blood pressure is typically referred to as “the silent killer.” It is one of the most dangerous, treacherous health conditions. Most people who suffer from it do not manifest any symptoms – and that ‘silence’ can be fatal. High blood pressure can result in a variety of serious ...

Burn injuries continue to be one of the main causes of accidental injury and death in the United States. In fact, according to the American Burn Association, approximately 486,000 people in the U.S. get treatment for burn-related incidents on a yearly basis. Observing burn safety is a must in every home, especially ...

If you vowed to make this year the year you finally adopt a healthier lifestyle and take control of your weight concerns, you are not alone. Weight loss is the most common resolution, and while it’s natural to feel excited to discover new ways to lose weight and shed those extra ...

According to the National Cancer Institute, nearly 14,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year. As with most cancers, prevention and early screening are important, since the disease is preventable with appropriate screening and vaccination. HPV or human papillomavirus is the most common sexually-transmitted disease in ...

During the winter months, there is a surge in respiratory diseases and illnesses, including flu and colds. The dry and cold air can weaken our immune system and encourage people to spend most of their time indoors, making it easier for viruses to disperse. If you find yourself coughing and sneezing ...

The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity to start a resolution to be healthier. Some might find the tradition silly, but the truth is, incorporating healthy habits into our daily routine and keeping true to our healthy new year’s resolutions will help us live a healthier, longer, and ...

Celebrating New Year’s Eve as a family can be one of the most wonderful and special ways to create new memories – and it doesn’t have to be boring! The most meaningful celebrations are the simplest ones, spent with those we love the most. Below are some fun ways to ...

This season, it can be quite easy to get swept up and overindulge in treats – treats that strain the waistline and tax the arteries. By just consuming an extra 200 calories a day – a tumbler of eggnog here, a piece of pecan pie there, some sugar cookies ...

The holiday season can get pretty crazy, with finding that perfect gift, relatives coming, preparing unforgettable holiday meals, and getting your home decorated. With all the parties to attend and the commotion that comes with it, the risk of suffering an illness or an accident is higher at this time ...