Heart Awareness Month
February is America’s Heart Awareness month. In the United States, heart disease causes 1 in every 4 deaths among both men and women. Although the public considers heart disease a…
Businessmen: Know Your Numbers
Detecting symptoms of certain health conditions early, when they are more easily treatable, is a critical factor in helping men stay healthy. That is why getting all your doctor-recommended health…
Women Know Your Numbers
Last year, SCORE (reported that businesses owned by women are on the upswing, with increases in revenue, employee hiring and brick and mortar expansion. The SCORE report also found that…
The Dirty Dozen
Healthy eating can include a lot of components, from picking the right foods to cooking them in the most nutritious way. Leaving one holiday and quickly moving toward another, staying…
Flu Season is Here!
Influenza is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization, pneumonia, and sometimes even death. Every flu season is different, but millions of people are forecasted to get the…
My Top Six “Man Essentials”
We are now deep into June, which is Men’s Health Month. And with just one week remaining, I wanted to share what I consider to be the quintessential needs any…
Who’s Your Sugarbaby?
Most Americans eat the equivalent of 22 teaspoons, approximately 350 calories, of sugar a day. For those who are trying to lose weight or must watch their blood sugar as…
As Sweet as Sugar
No getting around it, we Americans have a sweet tooth. Most of us eat the equivalent of 22 teaspoons, approximately 350 calories, of sugar a day. For those who are…
“I Don’t Have Time for That!” …But you SHOULD
Currently, with everyone being busy, planning in advance can help all of us become more successful at staying on track with our health. A few hours on the weekend can…
Between the Sheets
If you are serious about your body, optimum health begins between the sheets… Sleep is one of the most important factors in maintaining optimal metabolism, supporting normal endocrine function and…