‘Health’ Archives
Ready or not, spring allergy season takes center stage
For the more than 50 million allergy sufferers in America, spring usually brings about sneezing, runny noses and itchy, watery eyes due to pollen from trees and grasses. Spring allergies affect people all across America, including Kara DioGuardi, a judge on TV's No.1 hit series. Like many sufferers, DioGuardi relies on allergy treatments to make [...]
Ready, set … grab your bike and help stop diabetes
Maybe you bike with your colleagues or friends, or perhaps you and your family cycle as a great way to spend time together on a Saturday afternoon. But did you know that by simply riding your bike you could help change the future of one of the country's deadliest diseases? Take the ride of your life The American Diabetes Association is [...]
Let the sun shine in – and the volatile gases flow out
Remember that sweet children's song that advises us to "let the sun shine in" so we can enjoy life? Update it for today's modern lifestyle, which gets lived in air-tight homes filled with volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and maybe we should add "and let the volatile gases out." Nothing adds beauty and charm to a room like escaping [...]
Spring cleaning task that can really clear the air at home
Your spring cleaning routine will probably cover important, much-used rooms in your house, like the kitchen, baths and living room. But to really ensure your home's air is as fresh and clean as it can be, it's important to remember to spring clean the "hidden" room in your home - its heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, including the [...]
Pack your breakfast with the power of protein
Nutrition experts agree that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, providing the fuel you need to stay productive, energized and healthy. But when it's a busy morning, don't settle for the quick fix breakfast fare offering little to no substance, because those same experts also agree that a great breakfast includes the right [...]
Knee pain does not need to slow you down
With spring just around the corner, millions of Americans are looking forward to getting back outdoors - from the garden to the golf course. But for many, the forecast isn't always sunny as chronic knee pain limits the mobility and quality of life for the 27 million suffers of osteoarthritis. Arthritis affects people of all ages. Fifty [...]
Reduced sodium doesn’t have to mean reduced flavor
Sodium intake is increasingly being watched by consumers, regulators and health groups as public service organizations are referring to high sodium diets as the single greatest problem in the American diet. What most at-home cooks don't know is that it is possible to reduce the sodium in recipes without losing out on flavor. Whether it's a [...]
Inexpensive ways to lose weight and stay fit
Trying to lose weight could cost you a lot of money - gym memberships, special diet foods, exercise equipment for your home or even hiring a personal trainer. But there are ways you can lose weight without spending a lot of money. You will still need dedication, time and a willingness to make changes in your life to achieve your goal. Here are [...]
Dont let aches and pains slow you down
We all know the feeling that comes with the first great day of spring. When the sun is shining, the air smells sweet and fresh and the temperatures are warm, we all feel the urge to get outside and throw off the confinement of the winter months. Whether you're an avid athlete, a dedicated gardener or someone who's been meaning to get started on an [...]
Have a heart and serve quick-to-fix healthy treats
Your loved ones will feel the love this Valentine's Day when you serve up dazzling dishes that delight the taste buds and promote happy, healthy hearts. Bright, colorful fresh fruits bursting with delicious juicy flavors are sweet treats you can offer your family right now. Thanks to an abundant supply of fresh fruit from Chile, where it's [...]
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