It’s that time of year…after a long winter of nights that come early and last too long there is LIGHT at the end of the tunnel! In the fall and winter, especially this far north, many people start to feel the gloom of their surroundings creep into their psyche and spring cannot arrive too soon...Is […]
Many Health Benefits of Love This year, Valentine’s Day is Valentine’s Weekend! And, while you may wonder what that has to do with health and wellness, you might be surprised to learn that love can be good for your health! Studies show that it is in our DNA to seek out good relationships and that […]
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: GET A “RUNNER’S HIGH” ON LIFE! The number one New Year’s Resolution in the United States is to lose weight. A close second is to gain control over one’s life. One of the best ways to lose weight is thought diet and exercise. It can also be a very effective method to […]
Be Alert of These Health Issues – Prevention is the Cure! I wish I could tell you that after turning 50, there are health issues associated with age I plan to be mindful of and address proactively. Unfortunately, that ship has sailed for me well more than a decade ago. So, I share this medical […]
Part II of II April is National Stress and Anxiety Awareness Month! According to the National Institutes of Health, an estimated 19.1% of U.S. adults 18 and older had an anxiety disorder in the past year. Anxiety disorders were higher for females (23.4%) than for males (14.3%). An estimated 31.1% of U.S. adults experience an […]
Part I of II April is National Stress and Anxiety Awareness Month! According to the National Institutes of Health, an estimated 19.1% of U.S. adults 18 and older had an anxiety disorder in the past year. Anxiety disorders were higher for females (23.4%) than for males (14.3%). An estimated 31.1% of U.S. adults experience an […]
Part II of II Last week’s column was dedicated to Rosie Malloy as we discussed the importance of laughter for health and wellness. In this column, I will discuss one of the most understated benefits of exercise – mental health! Specifically, aerobic exercise (exercise that increases your heart rate for 30 minutes or more) such […]
This column is dedicated to the family and friends of Rosemay “Rosie” Malloy and her wonderful disposition and laughter. Losing Rosie this past fall has left a painful void for those among us who were fortunate to know her and call her friend. Moreover, Rosie was an inspiration and role model for all who were […]
GET A “RUNNER’S HIGH” ON LIFE! HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR 2025! The number one New Year’s Resolution in the United States is to lose weight. A close second is to gain control over one’s life. One of the best ways to lose weight is thought diet and exercise. It can also be a very […]
Human beings were designed to move…walk, run, climb, lift, hunt, and gather. Contemporary man has suffered greatly from a technologically driven inactive and sedentary lifestyle. Inactivity is associated with many health problems; obesity, adult-onset diabetes, high blood pressure to name a few. The problems associated with lack of movement are many: Constipation The more you […]
