Jan. 1 signals a new calendar year, and for many Americans, a “new year, new me” mentality. In fact, according to Business Insider, getting in shape is consistently the most popular New Year’s resolution in the United States. While making lifestyle changes, as approved by a doctor, is not a bad thing, turning to a…
It’s not always a comfortable topic, but Colorectal cancer is something we all need to think about. Also referred to as colon cancer, this type of cancer begins in the colon or rectum and can cause many problems with the digestion process. These types of cancer are more common than we’d like to think, Even…
The month of February brings to mind images of red paper hearts, tiny heart-shaped candies, and red roses. But there is another reason to think red during February – American Heart Month! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women, causing an alarming 1 in 4 deaths. This month, take the…
The truth about trans fats and the damage they cause. Low fat. High fat. Trans fat. Polyunsaturated fat. All the talk about fat can make your head swim! Trans fats are the fats that can do a number on your health, so let’s take a quick look at what these fats are, where they appear…
As January has come and gone, many people have set New Year’s resolutions for 2016. February is not only a time to keep these resolutions in place, but also a time to worry about keeping one’s heart healthy. February is American Heart Month, and heart disease is the leading cause of death in men and…
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