Bone & Joint Health Doesn’t Have to Weigh You Down The human body is a remarkable machine comprised of 270 bones at birth which later decreases to 206 due to fusion of some of our bones as we age. The joints connect bone to bone, and there are hundreds of joints in our bodies. Bone […]
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Do your kids think vegetables are scary?
Make Trick or Treating Healthier This Halloween with This Delicious Recipe Do your kids think vegetables are scary? Halloween is just around the corner and that usually means your family is surrounded by a myriad of unhealthy treats. It can be hard enough to keep your family’s diet balanced and healthy, but it can become […]
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The Risks of Radon in Your Home
The Risks of Radon in Your Home Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that seeps up from the earth. When inhaled, it gives off radioactive particles that can damage lung cells. More than 21,000 lung cancer deaths in the United States are attributed to radon, usually an exposure to small amounts over years. The […]
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Your Guide to Prepackaged Foods
Your Guide to Prepackaged Foods It’s back to school time and our lives can get hectic so it’s no wonder we look for shortcuts, even when it comes to food. We have learned processed foods are not healthy, but we grab them for the sheer convenience of it. With so many options out there, it’s […]
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Concussions
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Concussions A concussion is a traumatic brain injury. Although it affects your brain function, you may have a concussion and not know it or you may discover it days or weeks later. You may or may not lose consciousness as a result of the injury, but there is a range […]
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National Immunization Awareness Month
National Immunization Awareness Month: Why Immunize Your Child? You buckle them up, you make sure they eat healthy and get regular exercise but did you know that one of the best ways to protect your children is to make sure they have up to date vaccinations. Are immunizations really necessary? Many parents find themselves wondering […]
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