Getting enough vitamin D is crucial for your long-term health. Most of the year, it’s relatively easy to get vitamin D through sun exposure, but that changes in winter. Vitamin D is called the “sunshine vitamin” because your body makes it when sunlight hits the skin. During the darker, winter months, it’s more important to… Read more »
You may think of osteoporosis as a disease for the elderly, but it can strike at any age. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, half of women and up to 25 percent of men in the U.S. over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis. Here’s what you can do to… Read more »
Allergy sufferers everywhere are lamenting the arrival of the fall allergy season. The headaches, itchy eyes, sneezing, and runny nose associated with seasonal allergies can leave you feeling miserable. Before you reach for an over-the-counter remedy that might leave you feeling groggy, try these natural solutions, instead. Local Raw Honey – Taking a tablespoon of… Read more »
When summer started, you may have had grand plans for revamping your fitness routine. More daylight hours, nice weather and the vision of a beach-ready body were all the motivation you needed to get out there. But now, it seems like summer is almost over and your motivation is rapidly dwindling – you’ve got the… Read more »