Did you know that women are almost twice as likely as men to develop Alzheimer’s? In fact, nearly two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s are women. A major reason for this discrepancy is the fact that women tend to live longer. However, there are some other factors too. For example, the decline in estrogen that comes with menopause affects memory centers in the brain that … [Read more...] about What Women Need to Know About Alzheimer’s
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5 Ways to Start the Day Right
Every morning is a brand-new opportunity to start over. Our lives change every day, and there's no time like the present to start making every day a good one. We all know that a nutritious breakfast is crucial to getting through the day. But behind every meal of the day, there is a secret recipe – a chance to momentarily break from the old routine and be fabulous! But your … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Start the Day Right
Why Making Small Habit Changes Can Make a Huge Difference
Most people don’t realize that small actions, over time, can add up to massive results. They feel that it will be too difficult to break old habits and replace them with good ones or take too long to see any results, so they are unwilling to try. However, small habitual changes can affect all areas of your life, including your health, relationships, and finances. For … [Read more...] about Why Making Small Habit Changes Can Make a Huge Difference
How to Avoid a Food Coma
What happens after Thanksgiving dinner at your house? Do you spend time catching up with family and friends, or do you collapse on the couch feeling like a beached whale? The medical term for that condition is postprandial somnolence, but you probably call it a food coma. It’s not just limited to the holidays either. You may feel tired and bloated after a big lunch or … [Read more...] about How to Avoid a Food Coma
Easy Hacks to Help You Drink More Water
Let’s face it, most of us could do with drinking a lot more water. Chugging down energy drinks and coffee might make it easier to get through a rough day at work, but it doesn’t do much for your health. We all need a decent amount of clean, fresh water to keep all of our cells operating at their best. Drinking enough water can help to improve the look of your skin, keep … [Read more...] about Easy Hacks to Help You Drink More Water