You’re hungry, on the go, and need something fast and tasty. Most days, you’re armed with a cooler full of meals and snacks—nuts, yogurt, fruit, veggies and hummus—so you can handle hunger when it strikes. But today things didn’t go quite as planned and now you’re faced with choosing from the myriad fast food and … Read more
Regular physical activity is key to achieving optimal health at any age. May is Women’s Health Month. Read on to learn how exercise impacts women’s health during each stage of life. Adolescence Goal: Focus on enjoyable physical activities to boost mood and confidence. Only 27% of high school students get the recommended 60 minutes of … Read more
When beginning a workout program, one of the most common forms of exercise people start with is running. Running is one of the most accessible forms of exercise available, requiring little more than good shoes and appropriate attire. Whether inside on a treadmill or outside on a trail, running is an effective form of exercise … Read more
With summer just around the corner, there is no better time to level up your fitness routine. If you’ve been regularly exercising and are looking to ramp up your routine, this program could take your training to the next level. Whether it’s to look good in a bathing suit, have more energy for the longer … Read more
With a well-balanced diet, it is certainly possible for a healthy person to obtain all of the vitamins and minerals he or she needs from foods alone. Dietary supplements are not a replacement for eating healthful foods; rather, they are intended to do just what their name implies—to supplement a diet. There are circumstances, however, … Read more
The spring season represents rebirth, renewal and growth. It’s a time to welcome longer and brighter days and bid farewell to cabin fever. It’s also the perfect time to rejuvenate a tired routine and integrate new activities into your workouts. Although humans are creatures of habit and comfort, frequently changing your workout program is necessary … Read more
Sometimes the biggest pressure at work isn’t a looming deadline, a demanding client or an upcoming performance review. It’s the pressure to stick to your health and fitness goals in the face of pizza lunches, birthday cake celebrations and Friday happy hours. While being a part of the office fun is important and builds a … Read more
Did you know that fats are essential nutrients that are fundamental to how the body functions? In fact, fats are integral to cell structure and also are included in hormones that control muscle contraction, immune function, blood clotting and blood pressure. Additionally, when it comes to healthy eating, there are some vitamins (A, D, E … Read more
A diabetes diagnosis can leave even the most optimistic eater feeling downright downtrodden. It seems there are so many foods you “can’t” or “shouldn’t” eat when you have diabetes. But the reality is, you don’t have to resign yourself to a life of deprivation. There is a huge variety of food and beverage items that … Read more
You’ve been faithfully following your workout plan and you’re seeing results, but your friend at the gym seems to be making more gains. And your neighbor dropped almost 15 pounds, while you’re still focusing on losing 10. Even when you’re making progress, frequently comparing yourself to other people—at the gym, grocery store, Instagram or wherever—can … Read more