Sure, kids are picky eaters. No matter how great or advanced your child is, the odds are, they would much prefer eating cake and Starbursts to actually sitting down to a well-balanced meal. So, if the food pyramid is less relevant than it ever has been, what exactly can you do to ensure your kids are eating the nutrients they need? Well, the answer may be easier than you could ever imagine. So, say goodbye ...
You can be honest with us at AFC Urgent Care Hixson—Are you guilty of procrastination? Both in your personal and professional life? Don’t worry. You’re not alone. Many of us are guilty of waiting until the last minute to finish projects. However, it’s not the best habit to have in life. Ways Procrastination Can Hurt Us If you think you’re using your time wisely when procrastinating, guess again. In fact ...
Have you ever had a non-life threatening condition, say a broken bone or even a bad case of the flu, and wanted to receive treatment immediately? Often, your primary care physician is unavailable for same-day calls, and so you’re forced to find a different option. Many Americans in this situation default to the emergency room, unaware that there are other choices. Not only is the emergency room often expensive, but non-life threatening injuries and ...
Sports season is here, and AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to be aware of muscle cramps so that they don’t get the best of your young athlete this season. Avoiding Muscle Cramps Muscle cramps occur for many different reasons, including: Dehydration Muscle overuse Muscle strain Nerve compression Fortunately, there are things you can do to help your athlete avoid the discomfort associated with muscle cramps. First, be sure he or she is drinking ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands the importance of summertime cookouts with family and friends. However, you still want to try and maintain your healthy diet by making the right food choices the majority of the time—even at a friend’s barbecue gathering. Read on for some ways to keep your healthy eating habits even during the summer months. Healthy Eating for the Summer First, make sure to eat enough fiber, especially ...
We’ve all heard how important having strong bones is. We know that strong bones lead to healthy growth, and healthy growth can help prevent a plethora of diseases. However, do you know how to get healthy bones to start with? Bone health depends on a number of factors, many of which you actually have a direct impact on. In particular, your diet plays a key role in building strong, healthy bones. Here are three ...
Everywhere you go, you’re reminded about the importance of drinking water. Sure, our bodies are made up of mostly water, but do you know what other reasons there are for drinking water on a daily basis? Here are three reasons that daily hydration is uniquely healthy. 1) Cancer Prevention Believe it or not, the studies prove that it’s true. Staying well hydrated can reduce the chances of getting colon cancer by 45 percent ...
When it comes to improving your health, you may instantly think exercise and diet. While these two things definitely play a role in your overall health, so does one other aspect of your life—your finances. With Finances Come Stress The rate of Americans who suffer from financial stress only continues to grow from year to year. In fact, many people living in the United States rank finances the No. 1 reason for their high ...
The cold weather is officially upon us, and we’ve even seen snow. Whether you’ve fallen victim to a winter cold already or you’re still managing to keep illness at bay this season, incorporate these steps into your daily routine to stay healthy and happy this winter. Improve Your Health This Winter Who says you have to get sick in the winter? It’s not true! You can take steps to help prevent ...
The summer is here, the high temperature just keeps growing hotter, and every day many of us are left fondly remembering the winter and hoodie weather of a few months ago. However, the swimming pool can provide a fun and practical relief to the heat of the summer sun. Now, we all know that kids love going to the local pool and swimming, but could there actually be a medical reason to swim? What if ...
More so now than ever, running is a craze that is taking over America. Everywhere you look, there are people running outside, stores popping up to cater to the running community, even support groups of people who all go running together to keep each other accountable. We all know running is good for you, but what exactly are the health benefits? What can you gain from running that makes the endeavor worthwhile? Here are three ...
It seems like all across America, people everywhere are trying to figure out new ways to lose weight and get healthier. Whether it’s following some new fad diet, lifting weights or playing sports, Americans are dedicating an increasing amount of time to fitness. Although there are many ways to get in shape, one way has passed the test of time with flying colors and is growing in popularity year after year, and that way ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands that life can be too crazy for cooking at home. It really is the healthiest option, though, since home-cooked meals tend to have 60 percent fewer calories than the takeout meal you usually order. Here are some additional benefits that may help change your mind and make you want to start cooking more meals at home. Health Begins at Home How many times have you run through ...
The colder days have finally arrived. Although we all knew the days were coming, we seem to never be fully prepared for the cold weather ahead and what it can bring—a cold. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help alleviate your symptoms should a cold rear its ugly head right before the holidays. Find Relief From Your Cold Are you looking to boost your immune system this winter so that you don ...
Whether you’ve lived with diabetes for a while or just recently received a diagnosis of the disease, the holidays can pose a couple of health issues, thanks mostly to the sugar that’s seemingly all around. Fortunately, there are still ways to enjoy a happy, healthy holiday! Happy Holidays Don’t skip the holidays just yet. Living with diabetes means you have to take certain precautions, but you can still have a jolly old ...
The team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to take advantage of the sunny days ahead! However, when energy is lacking, it can be hard to make the day a productive one. Here are some tips on how to add some more energy to your day, especially since you’ll need all the energy you can get once the kids are home for summer break. Increase Your Energy Start by having three balanced meals ...
The team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to make every day count by working toward better health. The following are tips that can help you improve your health, starting today. A Little Bit Goes a Long, Healthy Way! You don’t have to spend hours upon hours in the gym or counting calories in order to find optimal health. In fact, some small changes here and there can bring your health to a ...
Kids are our pride and joy, but sometimes they just make life routines harder to adopt. This applies to adopting a healthy lifestyle as much as anything else, and many parents can confirm that they would indeed exercise more if their kids would allow. Well, the answer may not be as difficult as you may think. Sure, kids can make the process a little harder, but children are by no means the death of exercise ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands how much the pollen in spring can spark up an asthma attack at the sniff of outdoor air. Fortunately, there are ways to help minimize triggers so that you’ll be able to enjoy a beautiful spring season! Don’t Fear Spring Allergens Sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose or throat, watery eyes, wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing—oh my! These are just some of the symptoms associated ...
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.“—Mark Twain You won’t know until you try! Don’t set yourself up for failure by already thinking your resolutions for 2017 will go down the drain like those of years’ past. Instead, focus on the positive—new year = new opportunity for success! Achieve Your Resolutions Now, starting on your resolutions can be the easy part. With all the energy you have pushing you in January ...
