Everyone knows how difficult it can be to stick with a behavior change over the long haul, whether it’s eating a healthier diet, exercising regularly, quitting smoking or any of the countless ways people work to improve their health and wellness. (Getty Images) It can feel easy in the early days, when your motivation is…
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If you’ve got raised cholesterol, the first symptom you get could be a heart attack or stroke. That’s the scary reality of this fatty substance in our blood, which we actually need to stay healthy, because every cell in our body uses it. But too much of it can lead to a higher risk of…
While exercising and eating clean are important aspects of weight loss, sleeping for a solid 7-8 hours every night, and ensuring quality of sleep, are key components, too. If you are wondering why you are gaining weight of late, know that sleep could be playing a vital role. Buy Now | Our best subscription plan…
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Summary: Healthy eating, daily exercise, reducing alcohol consumption, and not smoking not only lead to a longer life, but they can also reduce Alzheimer’s risk. Source: Rush University Medical Center Everyday habits that serve as the backbone of a healthy lifestyle may keep your brain sharp and help you live longer, according to new research…
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National Cancer Survivors Day will be observed Sunday, June 5, which make this a good time to learn more about life after cancer. One in 3 people will be diagnosed with cancer, and more than 16.9 million cancer survivors are alive today, according to the American Cancer Society. Survival rates are improving for many types…
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Raising healthy eaters can feel overwhelming, especially as children begin to assert their own opinions about food. Creating healthy eating patterns for children is important for optimal growth and development, building a healthy immune system, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases later in life (1). Children over the age of 1 will get most…
Kristie L. Kahl: Can you explain how maintaining a healthy lifestyle helps before a diagnosis, during treatment and beyond that? Dr. Navya Nair: Absolutely. So maintaining a healthy lifestyle is just so important in all stages, cancer prevention, and even after a diagnosis and while someone’s undergoing treatment. So a healthy diet. So well balanced…
The daily choices that you make influence whether or not you’ll be able to maintain your vitality and energy as you grow old or begin to develop disabling conditions and life-shortening illnesses. You may have an idea of what you have to do so that you can enjoy a happier and healthier life: carving out…
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