Healthy Living

Osteoporosis and Bone Health

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 »

Natural Fall Allergy Solutions

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 »

The Summer Fitness Slump

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 »

The Danger of Too Much Caffeine

If you wake up and can’t seem to function before you’ve had a cup of coffee, you’re not alone.  Millions of people consume caffeine every day to increase energy, minimize fatigue and improve concentration.  For some, it feels like an absolute necessity, while for others it’s more of a habit than anything else.  However, consuming… Read more »

What is Thyroid Disease?

Did you know more than 30 million Americans have thyroid disorders, yet more than half remain undiagnosed and untreated? Surprising to many, thyroid disease is more common than diabetes and heart disease. Thyroid disease is even more common than breast cancer. In fact, more Americans suffer from thyroid disease than all types of cancers combined. … Read more »

True or False: Summer Quiz

There are lot of myths when it comes to summer health and many of them have been around for years.  We’re going to debunk some of them and confirm others with our true or false summer quiz.  Test your knowledge and see how well you do! True or False – There’s no such thing as… Read more »