WebMD.com By Brenda Goodman HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, May 29 (HealthDay News) -- It's a three-peat. For the third year in a row, the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area is the fittest in America, according to the American College of Sports Medicine's annual rankings released Wednesday. "Minneapolis may be under snow for three months, but they capitalize on the resources that they have," said … [Read more...]
How To: Healthy Beauty Tips
It seems that these days everything is focused around beauty and all the miracle products that will tuck, suck, tone and revitalize. But what do you do when you don't have a budget set out for all the department store concoctions? Well, you look up how to do it naturally. Not only is it better for you and your skin, it's made of things that you can actually pronounce and it's less expensive! … [Read more...]
Which Sunscreen Should You Use While Having Fun In The Sun?
We just celebrated Memorial Day and for many that means the mark of the first day of summer. Depending on the area you live in, this could mean spending time in the local pool, hiking, sunning at the beach, fishing, or just running through the sprinklers. It doesn't really matter what you're doing or where you're going, if you're hanging out, outdoors, you're going to need to pack your … [Read more...]
"Meth Mouth" and "Soda Decay" Look Exactly The Same
I used to drink a lot of soda. Lately, as summer has been heating up, I have switched for water and a coffee twice a day, but if you're hitting the diet cokes, regularly, your dentist may not be able to tell the difference between your soda decay and one of an actual cocaine addict! WHAT!? WebMD has more: THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- Heavy consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as … [Read more...]
The Secret To Healthy Aging
Who doesn't want to stay young forever? We all have to get older, but no one wants to feel or look it. My Grandmother washed her face every night and moisturized it every morning before putting on her make up, and she looks fantastic- and is in her 80's, however she is feeling worse and worse as every day passes. So how do you keep yourself healthy in mind and body? Here are some tips for … [Read more...]
From The Couch To 5K: A Training Program
Getting off the couch (where I'm currently sitting) and running a 5K in the next three or four months seems like an impossible goal. But that's exactly what the new program Couch to 5K is about. I have never been a runner. I don't enjoy it and frankly I'm not built for it. Now granted if I were to run more, all of that might change, but I don't see myself doing this anytime in the … [Read more...]
Pets Can Boost Heart Health
Animals have been used for years as therapy aids and not only have promoted moral but have also lead to faster recovery. A new study has been put out by HealthDay that now shows owning a pet can boost heart health. THURSDAY, May 9 (HealthDay News) -- That four-legged friend of yours may be more than a companion -- he also may be boosting your heart health, experts say. An official statement … [Read more...]
7 Skills Kids With ADHD Need To Learn
ADHD is a disease that's been getting more and more coverage lately. Due to the help of ADD/ADHD activists, more understanding and patience has found it's way towards the disease that was so often misunderstood. Kids with ADHD know the things they need to do day in and day out, they just have a hard time doing it. You probably take some life skills for granted, like knowing when to wake up for … [Read more...]
Do Hand Sanitizers Really Work?
If you’re lucky, then the cold and flu has skipped your house this year, however that ‘lucky’ group is getting smaller and smaller as the season progresses. The girls and I were taken down a couple of weeks ago and Mr. Sthole finally caught it this last weekend. So how do you avoid infection? Washing your hands regularly is typically recommended and the use of hand sanitizers is promoted too. … [Read more...]
Celiac Disease- A Cure May be Near
I recently underwent some testing because my doctors thought I might have Celiac disease. I was absolutely terrified at the thought of loosing the ability to eat my favorite foods such as bread, pastas, donuts, anything that has gluten in it will upset the digestive system. Currently the only treatment for Celiac disease is a gluten free diet. However, a new study now offers hope for those who … [Read more...]