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Cholesterol

Cholesterol isn't entirely the health villain it's made out to be, its name darkly linked to heart attack, stroke, and other types of cardiovascular disease. Our bodies need cholesterol, Read more

Controlling Your Blood Pressure

Blood pressure has gotten a bad rap. Some pressure is essential for circulation. Without it, blood couldn't move from the heart to the brain and the toes and back again. Read more

Oral Diabetes Medications

Oral diabetes medications (pills) help people with Type 2 diabetes manage blood sugar levels. There are several different types. You may need to take more than one kind or may have to take insulin and pills. Your healthcare provider can discuss your options and the pros and cons of each. Read more

Health Guides: Healthy Lifestyle Includes Mind and Body

Any lifestyle change is a “work in progress.” Lasting changes take time. So, begin by setting small goals that are easy to add to your daily life and that you control. Read more

Healthy lifestyle: 5 keys to a longer life

How is it that the United States spends the most money on healthcare, and yet still has the one of the lowest life expectancies of all developed nations? (To be specific: $9,400 per capita, 79 years, and 31st.) Read more

Changing Your Habits for Better Health

Are you thinking about being more active? Have you been trying to cut back on less healthy foods? Are you starting to eat better and move more but having a hard time sticking with these changes? Read more

Daily Nutrition for Healthy Lifestyle

Proper nutrition helps keep energy levels up and protects against many age-related illnesses and diseases like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Read more

Healthy Eating Tips | Nutrition

Most people in the United States need to increase their intake of dietary fiber, calcium, vitamin D, and potassium. Healthy eating emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, dairy, and protein. Read more

Healthy Nutrition

Confused by all the conflicting nutrition advice out there? These simple tips can help you enjoy healthy foods and create a well-balanced diet that improves how you think and feel. Read more