Maintaining Mental Wellness Amid a Pandemic
Everyday life has been far from normal since the coronavirus was declared a national pandemic. As the number of new cases and mortality rates continued to rise, the government took…
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Tips for Physical & Mental Self Protection
What would you do if you felt physically or emotionally threatened in some way? Do you trust your ability to escape a dangerous situation without harm? Would you remain calm…
Summer is Here: Making Educated and Informed Choices to Stay Sun-Safe
As never before, the chance to get outside under sunny skies is a relief. “It’s been especially welcoming as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic,” observes Dr. Allison Britt Kimmins,…
Brain Protection With Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
The Mediterranean diet, rich in plant-based foods, is associated with a variety of health benefits, including a lower incidence of dementia. Now, researchers at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine…
Understanding Antioxidants and Their Skincare Benefits
Aside from knowing that antioxidants make your skin look awesome, what else do you know about them? The terms free radicals and antioxidants are floating around skincare products and several…
The Best Way To Get Enough Calcium
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that calcium from food sources may be more effective than getting it from supplements. It found that women who…
Exercise to Reduce Memory Decline
Exercise may be associated with a small benefit for elderly people who already have memory and thinking problems, according to research published in the online issue of Neurology, a medical…
Eating Nuts Associated with Lower Risk of Heart Disease
People who regularly eat nuts, including peanuts, walnuts and tree nuts, have a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease or coronary heart disease compared to people who never or almost…
Cardiovascular disease prevention: Alternative ways to promote health
When you hear about cardiovascular disease, two things come to mind: heart attack and stroke. The conditions affecting the heart and the blood vessels, such as angina or coronary artery…