Category: Health & Wellness
The Benefits of Buying Local Produce
Summer is the best time of the season to head to your local farmers market to enjoy the bounty of ripe fruits and vegetables right at your fingertips. There are many benefits to buying local, even if the produce is not necessarily organic.
Here are some reasons why farmers markets can be beneficial for your health and wallet:
Chronic Inflammatory Disease
According to the World Health Organization, chronic disease is ranked as the greatest threat to human health, and it is expected to get worse over the next 30 years in the United States. In 2014, it was estimated that nearly 60% of Americans had at least one chronic condition.
Healthy Vision Month: Taking Care of Your Eye Health
We often take our vision’s health for granted until we experience an eye health issue. But we can take plenty of steps before an eye health issue arises to protect our vision or maintain healthy eyesight.
May is Stroke Awareness Month
Do you know the signs of stroke?
May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to increase awareness about the signs and symptoms of stroke and the need to seek medical treatment as quickly as possible when a stroke occurs.
According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability in the United States.
National Women’s Health Week: May 9 to 15
This week is National Women’s Health Week, a time when women are encouraged to focus on themselves by making their health a priority.
The following is a list of five common health issues women may face:
Reducing Added Sugars in the Diet
The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans provided by the USDA came out recently. The purpose of these guidelines is to promote health, prevent disease and focus on healthy eating through all stages of life.
Since 1980, it has been recommended to limit added sugars for optimal health, and these new guidelines are no different. Reducing added sugars in the diet can help to manage weight and help to prevent chronic illness.
Let’s Talk Kitchen Knives
Good quality knives are some of the most important tools to have in your kitchen, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned cook.
Preventing Social Isolation During the Pandemic
With social distancing encouraged during the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are having a difficult time remaining socially active and are at risk of becoming socially isolated.