Although heart disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S., it is also one of the most preventable. Here are nine tips to stay heart smart—to prevent the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other forms of cardiac disease: Know your numbers. Certain measurements gathered through your [...]
More time focused on a digital display means less time for real-world experiences. Sitting in front of a device or TV to watch videos, DVDs, or video games may be robbing you of exercise, quiet reflection, and valuable time with friends and family. Consider swapping screen time for real-time, starting [...]
We all know how eating out can be a disaster for healthy decision-making, but let’s be real. Whether it’s because of a busy schedule, a much-wanted get-together, or disinterest in using a kitchen, the lure of doing what’s delicious—and often fast—has a way of letting our guard down to more [...]
1. Eat Better, Move More to Feel Better Ah, the Holiday Food Season: It starts with fistfuls of Halloween candy, rambles on through the Thanksgiving gorge-fest and plows straight into the cookies-cakes-and-pies portion of the year. By the time January rolls around, many of us are rolling into the new year [...]
Whether you're motivated by altruism, fun, or civic responsibility, volunteering can transform you and the world around you. Here are nine reasons why giving your time freely spreads all sorts of goodness inside and out: Make new friends and really connect. When you volunteer, you’re surrounding yourself with people who [...]
Substance abuse doesn’t typically just happen suddenly. It starts slowly and progresses gradually, and it’s not limited to illegal substances. Knowing what to look for can help you recognize an addiction and help someone get the necessary care. These are the nine signs that could make a difference: Difficulty [...]
Did you get a flu shot yet? We sure hope so. If you’re putting it off because you’re too busy or insisting you won’t get the flu, consider these six great reasons to be part of the Anti-Flu Force: 1. Reduce your flu risk by more than half Centers [...]
Between 9% and 20% of Americans avoid going to the dentist because of anxiety or fear, according to WebMD. If you’re one of those people, we have good news: There are strategies that can help. Please note this article addresses dental anxiety, which is not the same as a phobia. [...]
Whether it’s wading (and waiting) behind too many cars or being stuck in a construction zone, traffic delays have a way of taxing our patience. No wonder: According to the most recent INRIX Traffic Scorecard, U.S. commuters spend 42 hours in traffic per year and lose $1,400 idling away gas. [...]
The kids are watching. Whether it’s exercise or diet, our actions, behaviors, and habits—and establishing structure and consistency—stay with a child into adulthood. Here are six tips to instill healthy habits for the long haul: Be active, stay active. Inadequate physical activity is one of the major contributors to obesity, [...]
