Nearly half of adults in the United States have hypertension or high blood pressure (BP). High blood pressure is a condition that can slowly damage your body over time. It can cause disabilities, kidney failure, and stroke, and is often a precursor to heart disease....
Carrying extra weight around your middle? You aren’t the only one. In fact, nearly 60% of American adults fall into the “abdominal obesity” category – and that number is rising. Unfortunately, excess belly fat doesn’t just make your jeans tighter. It can cause some...
Most of us have our go-to supplements or multivitamins claiming space in our cabinets. After all, it’s common knowledge that they can help boost our health. Calcium and vitamin D build strong bones. Vitamin C fights off germs and illnesses. Fish oil or omega-3s helps...
Walking and hiking have been growing in popularity as a way to get moving for years. Perhaps one of the best reasons it is so popular is that it’s free and most people – regardless of age or fitness level – can do it! It’s also a gentle,...
Good fat. In today’s society, it seems like a contradiction of terms. But when talking about essential nutrients, it’s become synonymous with Omega-3 fatty acids, and they’re known for packing a punch when it comes to giving your body the nutrients it needs! These...
