Health and Fitness

The holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and celebration. However, it’s also a time that can bring added stress, endless to-do lists, indulgent meals, and less rest – all of which can affect health and well-being and add to extra belly fat…

Sitting down for long periods is not suitable for your health. On the contrary, it can be downright dangerous. Recent studies have shown that sitting for extended periods can lead to several health problems, including obesity…

While a cool brisk morning might signal an exciting change in seasons, for older adults who suffer from arthritis it can also lead to painful joint stiffness and inflammation. Why does colder weather seem to amplify aches and pains? Research suggests it’s…

We all become ill or injured at some point in our lives, and often these health issues may require an emergency room visit. Emergency rooms are open 24 hours a day for every day of the year. An emergency room is part of a hospital. They are equipped with life saving…

Almost everyone struggles with staying active during the holidays. There’s so much disruption, whether you have family staying, are going away or are just out of your normal routine. It can be a very special time, seeing family (especially grandchildren…

Do you have a collection of excuses you repeatedly use to justify eating when you aren’t hungry? Or continuing to eat when you’ve already had enough? Your decision to eat is always preceded by a thought, even if you barely notice the thought…

I come from a family of medical professionals. So, it’s no surprise that my belief and trust in the medical profession, and those who practice, it has always been high. As a result, it may have been a little easier for me to see the human side of physicians…

While breast cancer screening is crucial for all women, it’s especially necessary for those women in their 60s and beyond. Along with early detection, there are preventative measures we can take to keep us healthy longer. One of the first places to implement…

Whether it’s for menopausal symptoms or decreasing the risk of UTIs and incontinence, hormone replacement therapy can be a solution for many issues women experience throughout their life. With that said, women interested…

If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my years of teaching Pilates, it’s that the way we feel in our bodies often tells us more than any scale, tape measure, or fitness app ever could. And yet, so many of us – even after decades of wisdom – find ourselves chasing quick fixes or short-term…