Do you love spaghetti but hate the calories, gluten, and carbs? I know I do. However, I recently discovered spaghetti squash. The spaghetti squash is about the size and shape of a football, has yellowish skin, and has a mild, neutral flavor....
Read more >>Men, you probably didn’t think much about your prostate when you were younger. But if you’re now experiencing problems with urination – increased frequency, urgency, or a weak stream – it’s time to improve your...
Read more >>Probiotics taken daily to help maintain a healthy microbiome have long been known to improve digestion, bolster your immune system, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and even improve your mood. These reasons alone make probiotics a great way...
Read more >>Your immune system fights illnesses and infections, constantly battling invaders to keep you healthy. With cold and flu season upon us, it’s a good idea to do whatever possible to support and strengthen your immune system, including feeding it...
Read more >>When we were younger, spending the day playing sports and the night taking on a serious mental school challenge was doable. Your brain was flexible, quick, and agile. My daughter plays volleyball at a highly academic division one college. ...
Read more >>Winter is coming. As the fall weather turns colder, it becomes more of a challenge to spend time outdoors. Bundling up and the risk of slipping are two things that dampen the desire, throwing a wrench into staying fit during the months ahead. ...
Read more >>Every morning I clip my trusty step counter to my waistband, intending to reach the magic number of 10,000. My attention to this detail has been primarily to reduce my waistline. Little did I know I’d also been reducing my risk for...
Read more >>If you’re 50+, chances are your doctor has let you know it’s time…for a routine colonoscopy. A colonoscopy finds and removes polyps and detects potentially deadly colorectal cancer and pancreatic lesions. Despite its proven...
Read more >>If you’ve ever experienced senior moments – the non-medical term for memory lapses and mental glitches – you’re not alone. As we age, they become more and more common for most people. Forgetting names, passcodes, where you put things,...
Read more >>The scent of approaching rain; the smell of balsam and pine; the aroma of freshly brewed coffee that hangs in the air as you walk past the corner café… These are just a few scents that can bring memories rushing back in vivid detail, and...
Read more >>You know that what you eat directly influences how your body and brain feel and function in the short term. Your body and brain are like a car’s engine. High-quality fuel keeps the engine purring and allows it to rev up when needed. Low-quality...
Read more >>If you’ve been following this blog, you know I’ve been on a journey to slim down. And I can proudly say in the period of 2 months, I’ve dropped 15 pounds by primarily doing three things: 1. Walking hills every day for one hour.2....
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