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Most of the year, I consume very little alcohol or chocolate. But during the holidays it becomes a real challenge. These treats come hand in hand with celebrations, holiday parties and family gatherings. Not to mention gifting. When friends show up to my house with a lovely gift of wine, of course I’m going to partake and show my appreciation. But many people, especially the new folks following a paleo-styled…
It’s the healthy cook’s secret weapon. Your slow cooker has always made meals easier. They do all the work while you’re dealing with the demands of a busy day. Unfortunately, not all slow cooker recipes are made with ingredients that are as good for the body as they are for the taste buds. Kelley Martin (of In The Kitchen With Kelley) has saved you the time and effort of searching…
Use of prescription drugs continues to increase in America. A new study published by The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that 59 percent of U.S. adults reported using a prescription drug in 2011-12. That’s up from 51 percent in 1999-2000. A study conducted by Medco Health Solutions found that 3 out of 4 U.S. adults aged 65 and older were taking at least one prescription medication in…
Tight hamstrings are a bigger problem than you may realize. Not only do they restrict normal range of motion in the legs, and make your legs weaker, they also cause low back pain and structural issues by tilting the pelvis. It is important for overall wellness and just to feel good — in addition to being a precursor to strength training — that you get your hamstrings into normal resting…
Researchers are increasingly discovering new ways that the health of your mouth affects the health of the rest of your body. And they’ve found that one poor habit you should avoid can double your risk of pneumonia. Previously, a wide-range of studies have shown that the health of your teeth and gums are directly related to your heart health. If you suffer from gum disease, this research shows, your heart…
Most of us get plenty of this in the bedroom. Other’s on the couch. But for those who don’t get enough… life can be a real bummer. Because your health pays the price. It’s important to be rested so you can think clearly and handle all that life throws your way. But there’s another reason to seriously consider the amount of sleep you get, because without enough, you’re doing your…
A stroke can be one of the most life-changing traumas you’ll experience — if you survive it. Many don’t, as it’s the 5th leading cause of death in the U.S. Of those that do survive, most are often left with some degree of paralysis or disability. Anytime areas of the brain are deprived of blood blow, they begin to die, and memory or muscle control is lost. This makes stroke…
Vitamin D is one of the most researched and talked about nutrients, and well it should be. Why? One reason is its long arm of influence: It has an impact on numerous essential bodily functions and conditions. Scientists keep discovering more information about how this unique vitamin—which is the only one the body produces by exposing the skin to sunlight — can affect our health. Another reason why this nutrient…
The first time it happens, it’s downright scary. “What is her name? I’ve know her for years…” “Why did I come in this room?” Alzheimer’s is so prevalent, you can’t help but fear it. Problem is, part of that fear is there because the mainstream never tells you how to prevent Alzheimer’s… or even that it’s possible. They only report on the drugs they’re developing that might help in 20…
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a painful syndrome, especially when it affects the knees as these help hold and move the load of the body, affecting movement and mobility. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) offer up two harrowing statistics: Nearly half of all Americans may develop symptomatic knee OA by age 85; and two-thirds of obese people may develop symptomatic knee OA in their lifetime. Knee surgery (orthoscopic and replacement) continues…