At the 2019 International Stroke Conference in Hawaii, researchers from the University of Kansas School of Medicine presented data they have been analyzing since 2015, of 18,269 stroke patients in the United States. For each patient, they noted: exercise, diet, smoking cessation, body mass index, blood pressure, medication use, and alcohol intake. The researchers concluded …
We all know that consistent exercise can make us look good on the outside and lead to increased energy and overall well-being. But did you know that as we age, life-long exercise can slow down the aging process and even make our hearts, lungs, and muscles physiologically younger? In a study published in the August …
Heart disease can afflict us at any age, however, as we age, our risk factors do increase. After all, our heart is this amazing organ that is the powerhouse that keeps on working continuously, even when we are asleep. Thus, it is critical to take care of our hearts as any decline in our heart-health …
As we all find ourselves in the midst this global coronavirus pandemic, we are being cautioned to practice social distancing and to stay at home to slow the spread of the virus. We are all facing new challenges to maintain our health and well being and to also find ways to occupy our time. Many …
Welcome to 2020! You have made it through all the holiday festivities, and it is time to refocus on your health. Controlling your weight within healthy limits is a key factor to longevity. The beginning of the year is the perfect time to make lifestyle changes that will have an impact on the way we …
Happy New Year! January is National Healthy Weight Awareness Month Read More »