There is so much confusion in news reports about eggs, some suggesting eggs are healthy and others associating eggs with high cholesterol and heart disease. Here are some myths and concerns about egg consumption and their answers. 1. False: Eating eggs increases cholesterol and heart disease & stroke risk 3 …
Read MoreIt is estimated that 80 percent of adults have a magnesium deficiency, making it one of the leading nutrient deficiencies in adults. Certain foods and beverages can strip your body of its magnesium through excretion such as: Refined sugars and caffeine-containing drinks. Certain medications can also lower your magnesium such …
Read MoreBetween 2015 and 2035, the number of older people who are diagnosed with four more diseases will double, and a third of these people will be diagnosed with dementia, depression, or cognitive impairment, a new study says. The new study conducted by researchers at Newcastle University’s Institute for Ageing was …
Read MoreA new report issued by the CDC says that just one in 10 adults meet the federal recommendations for daily fruit and vegetables and that men, young adults, and people living in poverty consume the fewest amounts. The eating habits of 90 percent of adults are causing them to miss …
Read More1. Getting older means your joints hurt more. Seriously, you’ll have things popping that you didn’t know would crack like that. Before you know it, Tylenol is your best friend and the concept of sitting on the floor becomes a nightmare. 2. Your friends all move away, and you don’t …
Read MoreYoga has become a wildly popular workout for people of all ages. It has also been scientifically proven to offer a number of different health benefits. From relieving stress to providing a great physical workout, yoga is truly an exercise everyone should try – at least a few times! Yoga …
Read MoreMemorial weekend is a great time to celebrate and take a break from the daily grind. Keeping it healthy can be challenging no matter how you plan to celebrate. Whether you are heading to a barbeque or soaking up the sun, here are some tips to keep you focused on …
Read MoreIf you’re trying to lose weight, getting a great cardio workout by walking or jogging can help you achieve your goals. Although running is a great way to lose weight, if you are just starting your fitness journey you may not be able to start off with a full run …
Read MoreHere are some of the most common eye conditions and their symptoms everyone should know to be able to spot the early stages of eye problems and to seek professional help when necessary. Visual problems The most common problems with vision are called “refractive errors.” Refractive errors are due to …
Read MoreThere has been an abundance of reports and articles in recent weeks about how “sitting is killing you.” But before you run out and buy that standing desk… there’s some bad news. Standing for prolonged periods of time could be even worse for you. The problem with standing Standing for prolonged periods …
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