Candidate Health-Care Plans

Over the past week, I have been asked by many clients and associates “what is the difference in the health-care plans for each candidate?”  Many people believed that Obama was proposing a Universal or Socialized Plan or that McCain wanted to do away with group based health coverage (neither of which are true by the way).
The [...]

Changing Our Lifestyles To Combat Obesity

Last week, I was thrilled to see the U.S. take the top 2 positions in the women’s gymnastics all-around final at the Olympics. Nastia Liukin and Shawn Johnson, who took gold and silver, are both amazing athletes who have been two of the top gymnasts in the country for the past few years. Both started [...]

Snoring During Sleep May Bring on More Than Embarrassment

There are a number of reasons why a person may not sleep well during the night. If you’re a pet owner like myself, the tossing and turning may be caused by a lack of room available on the bed. Or maybe you suffer from night tremors or the popular appearance of nightmares. Whatever the reason, [...]

Hot Weather Threatens Elderly Health

“Snowbirds” is a common slang term for people who flock from cold weather locations of the north, to a more tropical and weather friendly climate of the south or west during the frigid winter months. A majority of these people are elderly couples whose bodies tend to be more comfortable in warmer areas. The change [...]

Surgical Errors Can Cost More Than Money

Going in for a surgical procedure can be an extremely stressful and nerve-wracking experience. When patients enter into a hospital, they are expected to put their trust into the hands of an unknown caretaker who is supposed to understand exactly what it is that needs to be done. But what happens when something goes wrong? [...]

Red Wine May Bring A Fountain of Youth

Rumors have long been circulating the water coolers stating that drinking red wine is actually good for a person’s health, but do these surprising allegations actually hold any truth? Well, according to a recent article, red wine may be the secret to discovering the fountain of youth; or at least to better healthy living.
Researchers have [...]

Dance Like No One Is Watching

I will hesitantly admit that while watching dancing shows on TV, I have been caught trying to bust out a move or two in my own living room. Although my efforts traditionally result in me injuring some part of my body, there are a number of people who have gotten involved in dance programs around [...]

Looking Good With A Tan May Come At A Price

Summer is upon us and that means more time spent outdoors soaking up the glorious rays of the sun. Although many find laying out at the pool or the beach to be an enjoyable activity, a new study has found that achieving that perfect tan may come at a dangerous price.
Researchers have found that cases [...]

Sleep Tight By Improving Your Bed Time Routine

According to a recent study by the National Sleep Foundation an estimated 65% of Americans deal with sleep problems at least a few days a week. A bad night sleep can lead to an array of issues, aside from the obvious sluggish day at work; other health problems that can ensue from lack of sleep [...]

Can a Healthy Lifestyle Change Our Genetics?

Our bodies are comprised of thousands of strands of DNA, which are responsible for who we are physically, mentally, and emotionally. Certain traits that we possess have been passed down from our parents through genetics such as eye color, disposition, and body type. Genetics are also responsible however, for transferring a number of unhealthy traits [...]