It’s no secret that an active lifestyle is good for your body and mind. People with a regular fitness routine are more likely to have better health and greater independence as they age. But did you know that the kind of exercise we need to…
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It’s safe to say that most of us want to be healthier. It’s how we go about becoming healthier that can be challenging. Setting goals that are realistic can help. If you’re not meeting your goals, it’s probably not because you’re not trying. It may…
Diabetes. We hear a lot about how it affects physical health. But we don’t seem to hear as much about how it affects mental health. It is important to balance taking care of your physical and mental well-being.1 Let’s talk about the connection. First off,…
Nearly 96 million (1 in 3) American adults have prediabetes. And 80% of these adults are not even aware they have it. This is concerning because prediabetes is a serious health condition. It can lead to type 2 diabetes and put you at increased risk…
Some people might be reluctant to talk about prostate cancer because it involves a personal, intimate part of a man’s anatomy. But that doesn’t mean that prostate cancer won’t affect you or a loved one. Did you know that 1 out of every 8 men…
It’s no secret that our bodies and minds change as we age. And, chronic conditions become more of a concern. The good news is there are things we can do to help reduce risk of chronic conditions. What is a chronic condition? A chronic condition…
Ask any nutrition or fitness expert and they’ll agree that getting healthier starts with your eating habits. You can run 20 miles a week, lift weights and get 8 hours of sleep every night (which are all great to do too!). But if you’re eating…