Health and Wellness

Treatment for many medical conditions like diabetes and heart disease often includes dietary restrictions. And more people are voluntarily adopting diets for reasons ranging from health improvement to social consciousness. In fact, a study conducted by Harris Interactive found that 5 percent of people in the United States are vegetarian; half of those are vegan.…

If you think your child isn’t listening to you, think again. During the adolescent period from age 10 through 26, the College of Medicine’s Dr. Lisa Barkley*, says parents have a tremendous opportunity to plant the “SSEED” for healthy habits that can last a lifetime. Sleep – Never underestimate the power of sleep, especially for…

‘Tis the season to be traveling…with more than 46 million people driving at least 50 miles from home during the Thanksgiving weekend. According to AAA, air travel is projected to be at the highest level since 2007, with nearly 4 million people flying to their destinations. So before you hit the roads (or skies), take…

Food is everywhere. Celebrity chefs glamorize it and everyday “foodies” post it on social media. But sadly, many families are finding it increasingly difficult to eat as many meals at home as they once did. In fact, a 2013 Gallup poll found that eight in 10 Americans report eating fast-food on a monthly basis and…

Latte lines stretch out the door as researchers continue debating the pros and cons of the daily java habit. But there’s good news for coffee lovers-many experts agree the health benefits likely outweigh the risks for most people. In fact, when researchers compared coffee drinkers to nondrinkers, they found that those who consumed coffee were…

With all the recent talk about viruses worldwide, it’s easy to forget about influenza, a common bug that hits this time of year and has a simple, readily-available vaccine. Influenza, known to many of us as the flu, affects an estimated 15 to 40 percent of the population. Approximately 114,000 people are admitted into the…