Tag: Health Awareness
Healthy Sleep Habits Mean a Happy Child
Sleep is important for a child’s growth and development. You can help your child grow up happy and healthy by following healthy sleep habits. But how much sleep does your child need and how do you set up a good bedtime routine?
Prioritizing Women’s Health
Women experiencing undesirable symptoms have a number of care options. Learn which ones require immediate attention in the ER versus those that can benefit from an urgent care setting.
What are good fats?
Dietary fat often gets a bad rap for its potential to damage your heart health and add extra pounds to your waistline. Fat is high in calories and certain fats can have a negative impact on heart health, but not all fats are bad. In fact, many types of fats are essential for a healthy diet.
What You Need to Know About Dry Drowning
Dry drowning and secondary drowning, although not medical terms, are sometimes used by the media and within the community to describe certain complications or scenarios related to drowning. But what are they really?
Know the Warning Signs of a Blood Clot
Around 900,000 people in the U.S. will experience a blood clot this year. One in nine of those people will die. That’s why it’s so important to recognize the warning signs of a blood clot, especially if you are at high risk.
What You Should Know About Genetic Testing for Cancer
Your DNA makes you unique – different from even your parents and siblings. It can also raise your risk of developing cancer and other diseases. If you have a family history of cancer, it might be wise to see a genetic counselor.
The Benefits of Seasonal Eating
Seasonal eating is as old as farming itself. Before food preservation was common, people ate whatever was growing in their gardens (or in the wild) when it was ready to be harvested. To discover the benefits of seasonal eating, learn what fruits and vegetables are in season and seek out locally grown produce at its peak. Seasonal eating is a delicious way to help your body, the local economy and the planet.
Signs of Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer isn’t common, but it can have serious consequences. While only 1 in 250 boys or men will develop testicular cancer during their lifetime, the disease can lead to infertility or even death. Learning to spot the signs of testicular cancer early could give you the best chance for a favorable prognosis.
It’s Time to Get Moving: How to Exercise for Heart Health
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans, contributing to 1 in 4 deaths. While it’s common, it’s largely preventable for most people through lifestyle choices. An important component of this lifestyle is exercise for heart health.
What Is the Difference Between Prebiotic and Probiotic Foods?
The gut microbiome, the unique population of microbes that live within the intestines, is a popular topic in digestive research. While we used to think of microorganisms in the gut as harmful germs, many are actually helpful to us. Evidence also shows that adding probiotics and prebiotics to the diet can help the microbiome thrive. But what are prebiotic and probiotic foods, and what is the difference between them? Having a clear understanding of what these terms mean and why it’s beneficial to keep the microbiome strong can improve your diet.