Category Archives: General Health

So, I’m sure by now you’ve been to the grocery store only to find the frozen fruit and vegetable section completely ravaged. And if you’ve been lucky enough to get there during a restock, congratulations! But for the many who miss the boat, you might be inclined to purchase fresh produce. Unfortunately, however, many popular ...click here to read more

Older veterans tend to be more physically active, which may lead to falls, but when they do tumble, they are less likely to hurt themselves. The University of Michigan organized a study that found the results of the number of falls taken by veterans. The study’s lead author, Geoffrey Hoffman, U-M assistant professor of nursing, ...click here to read more

There seems to be very little rhyme or reason to the COVID-19 virus. It does not discriminate between young and old or where you reside. Everybody is at risk for the illness. But some people have a greater risk for a serious case than others. Although there is plenty of evidence that young people can ...click here to read more

We’ve been offering a lot of information recently about how to boost your immune system. But even despite your best efforts, there are certain habits you might have that could be sabotaging your health. A lot of the time, a bad habit might not seem like one. At least in the way you might think. ...click here to read more

Like some wine, life gets better with age. Some of you might see that and say, “yeah right!” But stick with me a moment. It’s true that the risk for illness indeed goes up with age, and you might not have the energy and mobility as you once did. There might be a lot of ...click here to read more

Last week on a short walk through the neighborhood, I noticed a few homes with big boxes on their front porch. The word “dumbbells” was strewn across in big bold type. If you’ve been at home the last few weeks, the at-home workout has likely crossed your mind. Of course, you might not have the ...click here to read more

If you have an overactive bladder of are managing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), orders to stay indoors might be a bit of a blessing. The stress of being out and needing to urgently find a bathroom is no longer a concern. Using this time effectively, however, can help you build a stronger bladder so when ...click here to read more

Has there ever been an easier time to stress eat? All of this time at home has made it pretty easy to sneak off to the fridge or pantry throughout the day for a little treat. Although it certainly is tempting to get a little bit of stress relief with a few cookies, chocolate almonds, ...click here to read more

Life is a little weird these days, no? For example, when I woke up to bright sunshine this morning, I found it a little disheartening. The good weather was a warning sign that read: don’t go out for your daily walk. On rainy and overcast days, it’s easy to get outside because there’s no one ...click here to read more

Boosting immunity in times of a health crisis could mean the difference between life and death. And one of the best ways to boost immunity is through exercise. According to a new study from the University of Bath in the UK, keeping up with regular, daily exercise can play an important role in helping to ...click here to read more

You might be seeing images of people walking through the streets in face masks. The U.S. government is weighing the potential of recommending them, while Canadian experts have said most people should not bother with them. With unclear messaging, what should you be doing? If you’re at high-risk for complications from COVID-19 due to a ...click here to read more

With experts suggesting “panic buying” has peaked, a trip to the grocery store remains nowhere near normal. If you’re running out of food and supplies, it’s a good idea to be prepared to encounter a new shopping experience. For those of you with chronic health conditions that could increase your risk for COVID-19, like being ...click here to read more

If you have to venture to the grocery store or are scrolling online to fill a cart, you may find a lack of pantry staples like pasta, kidney beans, and oats. But there is one product that might be in heavy supply: chickpeas. Chickpeas are certainly not featured in the North American diet. But these ...click here to read more

Chronic inflammation puts you at risk. At risk for what? It puts you at risk for heart disease, heart attack, stroke, Alzheimer’s, and more. It can even put you at risk for the coronavirus. How? By exposing your immune system. Inflammation is a sign of immune-system engagement, where two things are happening. One is that ...click here to read more