How much sugar is too much and how does it affect your health?
There is no way to sugarcoat it any longer—eating too much sugar can be harmful to your health… read more
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month
Cancer comes in many forms and negatively affects far too many lives. Sometimes, this… read more
Understanding sunscreen and how to protect your skin
A little sun is necessary for your body, but too much can be bad for your skin. That is because the… read more
Beat the heat—stay cool and hydrated this summer
With the sweltering days and steamy nights of summer, it’s hard to stay calm, cool, and protected… read more
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
If the agony and abruptness of severe headaches causes you to cancel plans with friends, skip… read more
Top tips to help you sleep better at night
Are you dreaming of getting a good night’s sleep? Count yourself among the millions of people who… read more
May is Arthritis Awareness Month: What you need to know
Arthritis can be a real sore spot for those who endure its pain every day. While this debilitating… read more
Enjoy the benefits of walking and exercising outdoors
Now that the weather is getting warmer, it’s the perfect opportunity to freshen up your usual… read more
April is National Parkinson’s Awareness Month: What you need to know
Few people give Parkinson’s disease a second thought until it affects someone they love. In fact,… read more
The power of vitamin C
When it comes to staying healthy, your best defense is boosting your body’s natural defenses… read more
March is National Nutrition Month: What you need to know
Eating well is the secret to feeling well, living well, and staying well. Unfortunately, far too… read more
7 Superfoods to help lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a pressing problem that can harm your heart and your health. It can damage… read more
February is American Heart Month: Take care of your heart
During the month of February, expect to have hearts on your mind in celebration of Valentine’s… read more
January is Thyroid Awareness Month: What you need to know
Each January, Thyroid Awareness Month offers an opportunity to bring awareness to a concern that… read more
How do I successfully stick to my New Year’s resolution?
The new year is full of hope and promise. This is especially true for the millions of people making… read more
How to avoid holiday weight gain this season
First, and most importantly, as this year's holiday season is dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic,… read more
How to survive holiday stress this season
The holidays are supposed to be a time of peace, love, and joy. For some people, however, they can… read more
November is American Diabetes Month. Here’s what you need to know.
American Diabetes Month, sponsored by the American Diabetes Association (ADA), is an opportunity to… read more
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What you need to know
Breast Cancer Awareness Month kicks off an annual campaign to increase awareness of our nation’s… read more
September is National Cholesterol Month: Here’s what you need to know
National Cholesterol Education Month is a good time to learn more about the fatty chemical that… read more
Understanding the dangers of heatstroke
Heatstroke, also known as hyperthermia, occurs when someone spends too much time in the heat… read more
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month: What are the most common signs of Alzheimer’s disease?
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, the month when the Alzheimer’s Association… read more
What is Global Employee Health and Fitness Month?
Global Employee Health and Fitness Month is an international event designed to celebrate and… read more
Can You Control Your Dreams?
Scientists studying sleep and dream activity claim they have successfully induced lucid dreams in a… read more
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