Making small changes to focus on your health, like following a healthy eating plan, can make a big difference in protecting your heart. Developed by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating style for life. It […]
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Testing for Osteoporosis: Assessing Your Risk for Bone Breaks
As people age, they become more likely to develop osteoporosis, a disease that occurs when bones lose density and mass. This can cause bones to be brittle, weak and easily broken. The good news is, if you’re at risk of osteoporosis, there are proactive measures you can take to monitor your bone health. Below, Dr. […]
Tips for Winterizing Your Home
Winter and colder weather mean it’s time to think about winterizing to help keep your home and everyone in it safe and comfortable — no matter what Mother Nature throws at you. Winterizing your home can help you avoid frozen pipes, storm damage and excessive bills. Because people tend to spend more time indoors in […]
How to Install Bathroom Tile Like a Pro
Updating the flooring can help infuse new life into tired, outdated bathrooms. For an upscale, polished look that doesn’t have to break the bank, consider installing tile flooring. Before you get started, you’ll want to make some decisions about the look and feel of your flooring: Ceramic or stone? Weigh factors such as how porous […]
Three Product Labels that Help You Do Good While Shopping
Did you know your dollars have the power to support positive change? Spending your money in ways that align with your values makes a difference for yourself and the causes close to your heart, while staying within your budget. The new year is the ideal time to think about how you can make a difference, […]
Beef Recipes for Your Holiday Menu
At this year’s holiday gatherings, you can put together a showstopping menu from the beginning of the party to the final bite with mouthwatering recipes that bring guests back for more. It all starts with beef, a versatile, beloved ingredient that can be used in appetizers, sides and main courses alike. Consider these holiday favorites […]
Recipe for Hearty Jalapeno Sweetpotato Chowder
Colder, shorter days call for a little comfort. Cozying up with a hearty meal on brisk winter evenings can help fight off the chill while savoring favorite flavors alongside the ones you love. Avoid venturing into the cold for a trip to the store by turning to a pantry staple like sweetpotatoes. As one of […]
Heart Health Tips for the Holidays
Food, drinks, gifts and time with family make the holidays a merry occasion for people across the country. However, all that celebrating can sometimes become a distraction from maintaining heart health. In fact, the joys of the season can become marred for many, as research shows an uptick in cardiac events and heart attack deaths […]
Approaching the Holiday Season with a Whole-Person Health Mentality
The holiday season can evoke a range of strong emotions. While stereotypically associated with feelings of joy and excitement, the holidays can also be ridden with physical and mental demands — from cooking meals and hosting family, to entertaining and traveling — which may trigger less-than-jolly experiences. In fact, studies show the holiday season brings […]

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