With so many food options out there, it is helpful to have information on food packages that can empower you to identify healthier choices. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing to update its definition of “healthy.” That includes the nutritional standards a product must meet to put the claim “healthy” on the… Continue reading Updating the Definition of “Healthy”
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Five Tips for A Healthy Fall
As we dive into another unpredictable fall due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Heart Association (AHA) is urging people to take time to nurture their body and mind for better overall health. “After the past several months disrupted many of our typical routines, this fall is a great chance to reset and resume a… Continue reading Five Tips for A Healthy Fall
Six Steps to Healthy Holiday Travel
If, like millions of other Americans, you’ll be traveling during this holiday season, it’s wise to take protective steps now so you won’t be at risk later for the flu and other seasonal afflictions. Here, from the experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), are six steps to healthy travel: Get vaccinated now… Continue reading Six Steps to Healthy Holiday Travel
Ten Tips for School Lunches That Will Keep Kids Happy and Healthy
Between classes and practices, lunchtime is a highlight of most kids’ day. Whether homemade or store bought, favorite school lunches can power your student through the day. So be sure that what you’re sending to school is good for your young scholar. “Foodborne illnesses strike young and old,” said Mitzi Baum, CEO of Stop Foodborne… Continue reading Ten Tips for School Lunches That Will Keep Kids Happy and Healthy
Could Another Drug Fight Opioid Misuse?
Researchers are testing an experimental drug aimed at treating cravings associated with opioid use disorder (OUD). The trial has begun at the Clinical Center of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The research, conducted on healthy adults, will analyze the safety of the experimental compound, ANS-6637, and how it is processed in the body when… Continue reading Could Another Drug Fight Opioid Misuse?
What You Need to Know About Nail Trimming
Keeping fingernails and toenails in good shape does more than enhance your appearance: this simple yet important self-care routine eliminates the risk of dirt and bacteria, which can lead to infection. In addition, the right nail-clipping technique can help prevent common issues like hangnails and ingrown toenails. “Short nails stay cleaner and break less often,”… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Nail Trimming
Gestational Diabetes Can Mean An Ongoing Health Risk
If you’ve had gestational diabetes, which occurs only during pregnancy and usually ends after the baby is born, you still need to monitor your condition. Gestational diabetes affects up to 10 percent of pregnancies, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). The agency, part of the National Institutes of Health… Continue reading Gestational Diabetes Can Mean An Ongoing Health Risk
Young, Healthy People Still Vulnerable to Cardiovascular Disease if Their LDL Cholesterol Is High
Young, healthy people may still face a lifetime risk of premature death from cardiovascular disease if they cannot keep their cholesterol levels in check, according to new observational research in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation. Researchers in this latest study looked at associations between low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) and non-high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C) thresholds and cardiovascular… Continue reading Young, Healthy People Still Vulnerable to Cardiovascular Disease if Their LDL Cholesterol Is High
Millennial Men Value Altruism, Self-Care over Traditional Male Qualities
Contrary to popular stereotypes, young men today are likely to be selfless, socially engaged and health-conscious, according to a new study from the University of British Columbia and Intensions Consulting, a Vancouver-based market research firm. The researchers surveyed 630 young men ages 15-29 in Western Canada and found that the most strongly endorsed masculine value… Continue reading Millennial Men Value Altruism, Self-Care over Traditional Male Qualities
Eat Up: Skipping Breakfast Can Cause Hardening of The Arteries
Skipping breakfast is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis, or the hardening and narrowing of arteries due to a build-up of plaque, according to research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Eating a healthy breakfast has been shown to promote greater heart health, including healthier weight and cholesterol. While previous… Continue reading Eat Up: Skipping Breakfast Can Cause Hardening of The Arteries
Warning to Doctors about “Healthy Obesity”
Researchers are warning physicians to pay attention to the increased cardiovascular health risks of patients who are classed as either ‘healthy obese’ or deemed to be ‘normal weight’ but have metabolic abnormalities such as diabetes. Academics at the University of Birmingham’s Institute of Applied Health Research carried out the largest study of its kind to… Continue reading Warning to Doctors about “Healthy Obesity”
Five Signs Your Cat May Not be Healthy
In honor of Happy Healthy Cat Month, Ask.Vet (http://www.ask.vet/)—a “virtual urgent care” service that lets you text licensed vets for answers and save thousands in unnecessary vet bills—has compiled five signs to figure out if your cat needs help with his or her health. URINATING OR DEFECATING IN INAPPROPRIATE PLACES If your cat isn’t consistently… Continue reading Five Signs Your Cat May Not be Healthy
Obese but Healthy? Not Really
Extra weight can raise the risk of heart attack by more than 25 percent, researchers have found, even if a person is healthy otherwise, with good blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels. The findings add to a growing body of evidence that suggests being ‘fat but fit’ is a myth, and that people should… Continue reading Obese but Healthy? Not Really
Stopping Vacation Weight Gain
What many people have long suspected turns out to be right: Yes, you do gain weight on vacation. It’s true that what the average person gains might seem like a negligible amount. (According to a study from the University of Georgia, the exact number is 0.7 of a pound). There’s a catch, though: Donald Hensrud,… Continue reading Stopping Vacation Weight Gain
Is My Dog or Cat a Healthy Weight? Questions to Ask Your Vet
Pets, like people, can be obese. Here are some tips from the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on how to recognize whether your furry friend should go on a diet. Your 8-year-old chocolate lab is putting on weight, and you know she should probably lose a pound or two. But when she looks at… Continue reading Is My Dog or Cat a Healthy Weight? Questions to Ask Your Vet
Healthy Eating for Alzheimer’s Patients
Eating healthy foods helps everyone stay well. It’s even more important for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Here are some tips for healthy eating, from the experts at the Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR) of the National Institute on Aging: Buying and Preparing Food When the person with Alzheimer’s disease lives with you: Buy… Continue reading Healthy Eating for Alzheimer’s Patients
Healthy Eating for Families
March is National Nutrition Month–a time to shed some light on our food choices and how we can develop some sound eating and physical activity habits. Health professionals seem to agree that American families desperately need both of them. In fact, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that nearly 21% of… Continue reading Healthy Eating for Families
Enjoy a Healthy Italian Meal When Eating Out
Editor’s note: If you’re trying to watch your weight or improve your eating, you know that going out for a meal can be one of the greatest temptations to lose your resolve. For those who love Italian cuisine, it can be especially difficult to turn down that extra helping of pasta or sprinkling of cheese.… Continue reading Enjoy a Healthy Italian Meal When Eating Out