Our knees are one of the parts of our body that we use a lot throughout the day. We use our knees to sit, walk, and stand. In addition to all these, we make uncountable movements with our legs that need the support of our knees. Surprisingly, we also exert a huge amount of pressure on our knees while we work. Our body weight alone places an enormous force on our … [Read more...]
What I Learned from My 9-Day Detox and Why I’m Still Losing Weight
To say I was a skeptic about doing detoxes and cleanses would be an understatement. As a self-proclaimed foodie, who believes in eating “real food,” the thought of depriving myself of regular meals for over a week wasn’t appealing to me at all. But, after some prodding from friends who were passionate about their program, I decided to try it out and committed to following every … [Read more...]
How Self-Care and Excellent Health Care Make a Perfect Combination
No one wants to go to the doctor and get bad news, but we can’t always predict what happens to us. The good news is that you have choices and one of them is to make sure you have the best care possible. When you practice self-care like eating well and have high-quality healthcare it’s even better. Both work in tandem to assure your optimal health. I’m excited to be … [Read more...]
The Skinny on Using Cooking Oils and Tips from an Expert Chef
By the time you read this Hanukkah will be over. If you celebrated, you probably spent some time frying up latkes using cooking oil. Or maybe you like fried chicken or just a little drizzle of oil on your salad. Chef Gerard Viverito offers tips to a dozen oils – some you will love and others you should avoid. Cooking oils and smoke points Heating cooking oils can be … [Read more...]
A Guide for Baby Boomer Women to Improve Your Health as You Age
As we age, the list of health issues and preventative care measures we must keep track of gets longer and longer. This is a natural experience that can be embraced as part of a new day-to-day venture. There are many steps that can be taken to improve your health, including regular diet and exercise, getting the vitamins and minerals we need and taking care of small health … [Read more...]
