Keeping tabs on how much sugar you’re consuming each day is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, especially if you’ve been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or diabetes. The problem: Sugar has made its way into almost all of the processed foods... (Read More)

Exercise. We all know we need it. But your bones will be particularly thankful to you if you get up and go. No matter your fitness level or what you do, staying active will help to strengthen your body. Check out these special perks that exercise... (Read More)

Right now, there are more than enough things to worry about. What matters is how you handle the mental burdens that start weighing on you. Mental health should be just as much of a priority as tending to your physical condition. That said, when was... (Read More)

Even if you're committed to making healthy food choices, it's easy to overindulge in the last three months of the year. Friends and family gather. Inclement weather can keep you indoors. Holiday traditions are defined by and infused with food, often... (Read More)

A hospital and a clinic are both health care facilities that provide healthcare to patients, but they are not the same. A hospital is usually larger than a clinic and provides more inpatient care. A clinic usually offers outpatient services and has... (Read More)

Fall is such a fun time of the year. It's a time to shift from the busy, outdoor-oriented schedule of summer to a more reflective, restorative time. Take advantage of the change in the seasons to assess your health and take steps to improve it. Are... (Read More)

There's no doubt about it: Most children love art! But each year, children end up in emergency rooms due to accidents and mishaps while working on art projects at home. Did you know that even those art supplies labeled as 'non-toxic' can have... (Read More)

Did you know that most accidents involving children happen close to home? Kids love playgrounds, bounce houses and bicycles, but they all can lead to serious injury. Here are some ways you can keep your kids safe: Playgrounds. Each year, more... (Read More)

Whether it's during the school day, after school or in a team setting, many children play sports throughout the school year. Sports are a great way to help keep kids healthy. But sports participation, even non-contact sports, always carries a... (Read More)