Article Archives: Health

Facts Versus Fiction about Breastfeeding

August is National Breastfeeding Month. Whether to breastfeed is up to every expectant mother, and there may be reasons to favor one decision more than the other. For example, some mothers choose not to breastfeed once they learn their baby has galactosemia, a condition which can make dairy products and … Read More

Fun Options for Getting Fit This Summer

Even if you have given up on all those spring plans to get in shape, it’s not too late. Summer is the perfect time to get outside and put your muscles to work. You have countless options for exercise this June, so get started! This is just a sampling of … Read More

Keep Your Skin and Eyes Safe in the Sun This Spring

As the weather warms, we are eager to get outside and enjoy nature again. Being outside is good for us. The American Psychological Association reports benefits to time spent in nature, such as improvements in mental health, emotional well-being and reasoning. But before you shut the door behind you, take … Read More

Commit to Moderating Your Alcohol Consumption This Month

April is Alcohol Awareness Month. This is the perfect time to lower or eliminate your consumption to improve your health and reduce your risk of developing dangerous diseases. Risky substance avoidance is one of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine’s six pillars of good health. Alcohol disrupts your sleep and … Read More

Colorectal Cancer, a Highly Curable Disease If Caught Early

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is dangerous if left unchecked. It is one of the deadliest forms of cancer in the United States. Thankfully, early testing is highly effective in preventing this cancer from developing, so those who catch it early tend to have good outcomes. There are several forms of screening … Read More