As we get older, it is even more important to schedule routine physical exams with your general physician. Men over the age of 40 years old are at increased risk for problems with their prostate, which is a small walnut-sized organ that produces seminal fluid. Due to its location, men with an enlarged prostate may […]
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Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. It has many benefits, including improving your overall health and fitness and reducing your risk for many chronic diseases. There are many different types of exercise so it’s important to find the one that you enjoy. It’s easier to make exercise […]
Read moreCough
How do we know whether or not to see a doctor if we get a cough? Cough can be a protective mechanism, whereby we cough to clear things out of our lungs to help prevent infection. Cough may indicate a problem with our upper or lower respiratory tract. Cough may be related to infection or […]
Read moreBack pain and how to prevent it
Now that the spring is finally here, we all like to spend more time outside. Some of us like to work in the garden. Gardening is a great form of exercise, but it can also leave you with a painful backache. Here are some tips on how to prevent back pain and injury: Use correct […]
Read moreSPRING CLEANING
WOW! It’s that time of year again already. Spring is finally here, bringing with it hopes of better days to come, beautiful warm weather and dreamy star-filled nights. Rather than focus on our usual goals of beautifying our houses and yards and all the other things that go into “spring cleaning,” maybe this year we […]
Read moreHydration and staying hydrated
Why is hydration so important? Keeping the body hydrated helps the heart more easily pump blood through the blood vessels to the muscles. And, it helps the muscles work efficiently. Dehydration can be a serious condition that can lead to problems ranging from swollen feet or a headache to life-threatening illnesses such as heat stroke. […]
Read moreBenefits of water for your skin
Drinking an adequate amount of water daily is important for overall good health because water aids in digestion, circulation, absorption and even excretion. But what about drinking large amounts of water for proper skin health? The fact is that skin is an organ, and just like any other part of the body. your skin is […]
Read moreWarning: Flu Season Ahead
Warning: Flu Season Ahead The FLU season is here! It is extremely important that you immunize yourself and loved ones against the FLU- it is not too late. Every year thousands of people die from the FLU or complications secondary to this virus. Those at highest risk include infants, the elderly and those with immunocompromised […]
Read moreProbiotics and you
Probiotics and you We often hear and see ads for probiotics. We also know people that are taking probiotics. So, today we will be talking about probiotics, what they are and who can benefit from them. What are probiotics and what are they for? Probiotics are living microorganisms that boost health when consumed in adequate […]
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