You’ve heard the saying “just what the doctor ordered,” but do you really know what that entails? It doesn’t matter how healthy you think you are, you should visit your physician at least once a year for an annual physical. The doctor will check your weight and height. They’ll also…
Potassium is an important mineral whose importance is often overlooked. However, it plays a huge role in optimal functioning of the heart, metabolism, muscles and the nervous system. Potassium also plays a role in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in body cells. Getting too little potassium is rare when one…
It is possible to have too much of a good thing. While pretzels, nuts, granola bars, rice cakes and other snacks may be smart snacks, it’s important to enjoy them in moderation. Even healthy foods can take a toll on your waistline. After all, those calories add up. A chocolate…
There’s nothing like that sense of accomplishment when you look down after sweating it out on your cardio machine of choice – whether it’s a treadmill, elliptical or bike – and seeing a big number in the calories burned column. But don’t be fooled. When you put in all that…
Junk in the trunk or a beer gut – which would you rather have? When it comes to your health, where you store fat makes a big difference. New research indicates that storing body fat in the hips, thighs and backside instead of the abdominal area may be healthful. In…
Feeling guilty about enjoying a few marshmallow bunnies and chicks? Don’t. Fill up Easter baskets with plenty of Peeps – the marshmallow-y confection that comes in bunny and chick varieties. Spring used to be the only time when the treats would hatch, but now you can find them during other…
Meet PAM. You can’t imagine foregoing butter. After all, how will you saute” your meats and vegetables? How will you grease those baking pans? Well, meet PAM, a fat-free cooking spray that comes in Original, Butter, Olive Oil and two other flavors. With PAM, you can eliminate the need for…
Use pumpkins for more than decorations this year. That bright orange color should be a dead giveaway that pumpkins contain plenty of antioxidants, particularly beta carotene. This health booster contributes to increased immunity, eye health and can prevent diseases like cancer. It high fiber content promotes colon health as well….
It’s time for a little spring cleaning, and by cleaning we mean unloading all of the unhealthy foods taking up space in your pantry and cabinets. Upon first glance, there are probably plenty of foods that have no place in your pantry. Maybe they’ve expired. Maybe they never had a…
How many times have you bypassed the stairs for the elevator? Little did you know, you’ve had one of the most effective workout regimens right at your feet. Scour most gyms and you’ll find a few stairstepper machines — and there’s a reason for that. Climbing the stairs is great…