February isn't just for heart-shaped boxes of chocolate; it's also American Heart Health Month. Show yourself some love by taking good care of your heart. Do you know the signs? Warning signs of heart attack often include: It's …
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Tips for {healthier} holiday eating
The most common philosophies regarding holiday eating seem to fall into one of two extremes: 1) Tis the season! Eat whatever you want -- then start a new diet in January! 2) None of that delicious food is worth it. Don't eat any of the rich / …
How having a dog helps your health
There's a reason dogs have been used as canine assistants and therapy dogs for so long. Actually, there are a bunch of reasons! Service dogs can be trained to assist people with vision or hearing impairment, people with seizure disorders, people with …
The Problem with Counting Calories
We can talk all day about the best way to lose weight, but it essentially boils down to boring math. If calorie input is greater than energy output, we gain weight; if the reverse is true, we lose weight. Argue if you want about carbs/fat ratio, …
How to set goals you’ll make happen
Many of us set goals for the new year, but nearly as many of us consider those goals failed just a few months into the year. There's nothing magical about January 1st; you can set -- or revise -- your goals any time of year! I'm blessed with a June …