Health Tips

All of us have had sleepy days when we’re just not operating at full capacity. In recent years, however, sleep deprivation has morphed into an epidemic. In fact, an estimated 50-70 million American adults report having sleep or wakefulness disorders, something the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now regards as a major health…

“One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” – Bob Marley Medical researchers have proven that the music legend was ahead of his time when he linked music and health. In fact, we now know that music transcends entertainment and holds great medical power-from reducing pain to boosting memory. Here…

Having trouble seeing through the “brain fog” that sometimes comes with age? Aerobic exercise may be the prescription of choice, especially for older women with mild cognitive impairment, a risk factor for dementia. Researchers at the University of British Columbia concluded that regular aerobic exercise that gets the heart pumping and causes a sweat seems…

News of comedian Robin Williams’ suicide and long-term battle with depression sent shockwaves around the world. While the loss of such a beloved personality is tragic, his death has served to educate millions about a condition many suffer from in silence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one in 10 adults…

The start of a new school year is the perfect time to get back on track with good eating habits, which are vital for growing children to achieve peak academic performance. 1. Start with a healthy breakfast. Research shows that children who don’t eat a good breakfast are more tired in school and have shorter…

Love ’em or hate ’em, computers are here to stay. We work on them, play on them, and even look up our high school prom dates on them. While this all may seem harmless, computers can also cause health issues when not used properly. Consider the following health busters (and solutions) the next time you…