Articles About healthy lifestyle
JAN 02, 2020Make time for me-time with these simple self-care ideas
Life has ups and downs, and self-care can help you manage stress, build resilience, and feel mentally and emotionally strong. It doesn’t really matter what you do — just that you do it for yourself. Since it’s a brand new year, now’s a perfect time to make self-care part of your healthy routine. The mind-body benefits are real, and you deserve it. ... Read More >
TOPICShealthy lifestyleMental Health and Wellnessmind body healthself-careStress Management
JAN 02, 2020What you need to know about e-cigarettes and vaping
As more and more cases of vaping-related lung illness pop up across the country, the dangers of e-cigarettes and vaping are becoming more apparent. Maybe you saw the news story about the 19-year-old college student from Florida who needs a lung and kidney transplant. Or the 18-year-old Illinois student athlete who now has the lungs of a 70-year-old. Or the 21-year-old from Sacramento who went into acute respiratory failure. All results of vaping. ... Read More >
NOV 18, 2019Made with love: 9 ideas for homemade holiday gifts
Whether you’re rushing store to store or frantically filling your online cart, holiday shopping can be stressful. Gift giving should bring us joy — not anxiety. So, if you’re looking to try something different this year, why not simplify with gifts you can make from the comfort of your own home. ... Read More >
NOV 14, 201952 positive affirmations to brighten your day
The old saying, “You are what you think” may be true. For example, negative thoughts may lead to a more negative outlook on life, which then can lead to more negative thoughts. This cycle of negativity may result in stress, anxiety, and depression, which can damage your physical health. ... Read More >
TOPICShealthy lifestylemental healthMental Health and Wellnessmind body healthmindfulness
SEP 17, 2019A happy, healthy relationship should have these 8 traits
From rom-coms and fairy tales to social media hashtags like #relationshipgoals, it’s part of our culture to idealize relationships. But the reality is no relationship is perfect all the time. They all have ups and downs, and every partnership is unique. But a strong, healthy relationship is typically grounded in some core characteristics. ... Read More >
TOPICShealthy lifestylehealthy relationshipsMental Health and Wellnessrelationships
SEP 17, 2019Heartburn or heart attack? How to tell the difference.
Chest pain can be scary. And it’s not always easy to tell the difference between heartburn and a heart attack — especially since heartburn-like symptoms can be from a heart attack. Columbus Batiste, MD, an interventional cardiologist and chief of cardiology at Kaiser Permanente’s Riverside and Moreno Valley Medical Centers in Southern California, breaks down the symptoms — and details the importance of knowing if you’re at risk for heart disease. ... Read More >
TOPICScardiac carehealthy lifestyleheart attack preventionprevention
SEP 17, 2019Manage your sugar cravings in 3 steps
Some days it feels like sugary temptations are everywhere — a co-worker brings donuts into the office, you’re offered a slice of birthday cake, or your lunch comes with a free soda. But too much sugar can take a toll on your body. It can increase your risk of weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.1 ... Read More >
SEP 17, 20197 foods to add to your freezer
Keeping a well-stocked freezer can make meal prep easier — and help you eat healthy. The first step? Knowing how to properly freeze foods. Once you know the how-tos, you can focus on what to actually keep in your freezer. So you can be better prepared to make a quick and healthy meal at the start of — or after — a busy day. ... Read More >
TOPICSEat Healthyfood storagefreezer foodshealthy lifestyleRecipe
AUG 19, 2019Keep your freezer foods fresh with these hot tips
Eating healthy and delicious meals is often about prep work. It’s important to stock your pantry and fridge with nutritious food options — but what about the freezer? Often the freezer is a dumping ground for leftover or extra food. Like that pound and a half of turkey you bought on sale 3 months ago. Or it’s where we throw fast, but not-exactly-healthy food, like frozen pizza and a carton or 2 of ice cream. ... Read More >
TOPICSEat HealthyFood safetyfood storagefreezer foodshealthy lifestyleRecipe
AUG 19, 2019Immunizations, vaccinations, and shots: What they are and how they can save your life
Vaccines are a breakthrough of modern medicine. Because of the efforts to vaccinate, smallpox was eradicated from the U.S. in 1949. Other serious diseases like polio are also nearing elimination. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has even estimated that vaccinations will prevent more than 21 million hospitalizations and 732,000 deaths among children born in the last 20 years. ... Read More >
