No one wants to go to the doctor and get bad news, but we can’t always predict what happens to us. The good news is that you have choices and one of them is to make sure you have the best care possible. When you practice self-care like eating well and having high-quality healthcare it’s even better. Both work in tandem to assure your optimal health. I’m excited to be … [Read more...]
How Early Breast Cancer Screenings Can Save Lives
Sandra Lee is a chef, television host, and author who has survived breast cancer. She produced a documentary for HBO called Rx: Early Detection, A Cancer Journey with Sandra Lee, and has been instrumental in helping the state of New York sign legislation for early breast cancer screenings. If you watch her documentary, you'll see graphic details about her diagnosis, surgery, … [Read more...]
Why Baby Boomers Must Be Concerned About STDs
As we age and establish ourselves in the world, some of our worries fade. We care less about our appearance, social status, finances, and so on. However, there are other concerns we don’t have the luxury of forgetting about. Nothing exemplifies this point better than the STD crisis affecting the Baby Boomer population. If this statement has you rolling your eyes, consider … [Read more...]
Why is Integrative Health Best to Treat Your Chronic Pain?
Up to 20 percent of the U.S. population suffers from chronic pain, and reaching quick relief from prescriptions and pain kills has contributed to the devastating opioid crisis in our country. But did you know some pain management can be drug-free? Thus, the need for integrative care and holistic remedies for chronic pain. But it’s not all crystals and essential oils. Ask … [Read more...]
6 Best Strength Training Exercises for Women Over 50
Did you know that as women reach the age of 30, their muscles and tissues lose up to 5% of their mass? And it does not end here. In fact, this percentage increases every decade and much more after the age of 65! Well, aging is inevitable. But, aging gracefully is not. And one of the best ways to age well is to live a healthy lifestyle. Living a Healthy Lifestyle Through … [Read more...]