According to the CDC, it is recommended that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity each week. Walking is a great way to get the physical activity needed to obtain health benefits. Walking does not require any special skills. It also does not require a gym membership or expensive equipment. And …
We know that many people associate sunscreen with hot, sunny, summer weather. While sunscreen is definitely important during that time of year, it’s equally important during the winter. Even though currently you may be more worried about frostbite and wind chill, if you’re out in the elements while temperatures are freezing, you are at increased …
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Stress is the body’s response to physical, mental, or emotional pressure. Stress causes chemical changes in the body that can raise blood pressure, heart rate, and blood sugar levels. It may also lead to feelings of frustration, anxiety, anger, or depression. Everyone feels stress from time to time. Everything from work and family responsibilities, current …
In some areas of the country, the weather outside is still frightful and the result is dry, itchy, irritated skin. There are many causes of dry winter skin: Winter weather. Dry skin is especially common in the winter months, when the humidity level outside drops. When the air outside is cold and dry, the water in …
Whether or not you’ve made a resolution or set an actual goal, many adults vow at the start of a new year to make some lifestyle changes to improve their health. Earlier this month we published a blog about walking your way to better health this year. Of course, exercise is important to enhancing your overall health, …
The hustle and bustle of the holidays is behind us and it’s the time of year when we all are just trying to stay warm! The frigid temps and lack of daylight can affect your physical and your mental health. In this cold weather it’s important to maintain healthy habits. And that means doing more …
There’s something especially appealing about the fresh start of a new year. It seems to be the perfect time to make some changes in your life and to take advantage of that extra dose of motivation. For some, this means setting goals such as losing weight, starting an exercise plan and following a healthier diet. …
The holiday season is always filled with plenty of hustle and bustle. There’s the excitement of seeing family and friends, but also stress, travel, long lines, planning, preparation — and a range of emotions from positive to negative. And with the current health crisis we are experiencing, those feelings might be even more exaggerated. For …
According to a recent 2020 report by the National Alliance for Caregiving, there are over 53 million caregivers in the U.S. That is roughly one in five people that are providing unpaid care to an adult with health or functional needs. November is National Family Caregivers Month and a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions …
Did you know that your skin is the largest organ of your body? It also plays a vital role in detecting hot or cold, regulating your body temperature and protecting your muscles, bones and internal organs from outside infection and disease. The American Academy of Dermatology designates each November as Healthy Skin Month and reminds us to …
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