Health & Fitness
Tips to make good nutrition a family affair in 2017
(BPT) – Nurturing and nourishing a family go hand-in-hand. If you’re ready to rally your family around better nutrition, now’s the time to get a healthy jump on the new year. “Making consistently good food choices can set your family on the road to good health,” says Marlene Schmidt, registered dietitian for Nestlé’s Nutrition, Health […]
Maintaining heart health around the holidays
(BPT) – As we approach the holiday season, conversations about health, wellness and access to medicines may be an important and frequent topic addressed around the dinner table. It seems that access to new and innovative medicines is an increasingly common problem, and engaging in discussions with friends and family can help shed light on […]
At-home first-aid tips to manage the stress of caregiving
(BPT) – Nearly 10 million adults over the age of 50 are caring for their aging parents — a number that has tripled over the past 15 years. With careers, children and grandchildren added to the mix, many baby boomers are feeling the mounting stress of caring for young, old and themselves! One way to […]
Tips to help millennials minimize digital eye strain symptoms
(BPT) – Most Americans probably assume aging and eye problems go hand in hand, but did you know one of the most common types of optical disorders actually affects a greater number of young people? Seventy-three percent of adults younger than 30 experience digital eye strain — physical discomfort and visual impairment caused by prolonged […]
Mom with diabetes shares the story of her miracle baby to spread awareness
(BPT) – How much do you know about diabetes? Would it surprise you to know that one in 11 Americans has the disease, or that diabetes is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, resulting in more fatalities than AIDS and breast cancer combined? Every 23 seconds someone new is diagnosed […]
Managing osteoarthritis: What you don’t know is hurting you
(BPT) – Twenty-seven million Americans suffer every day from chronic discomfort and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There have been limited advancements in osteoarthritis therapies, leaving patients with fewer options and worsening symptoms. Because daily activities can be such […]
Addicted to heroin or opioids? Help is available
(BPT) – How large is the opioid/heroin problem in the United States? It’s bigger than you think. Research shows 1.9 million people age 12 and older have a disorder involving prescription pain relievers, and an additional 586,000 have a disorder involving heroin. These statistics, from the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), paint a bleak […]
Overdose deaths on the rise and where you can get help
(BPT) – Michigan recently passed the Good Samaritan Law, and while the law is designed to save lives, not everyone is a proponent. Under the law, charges cannot be filed against persons trying to find emergency help for themselves or a loved one after an overdose. While rehab professionals understand the motivation behind waiving charges, […]
Five simple steps to prevent the spread of cold and flu germs
(BPT) – A whopping 38 million school days are missed each year due to the flu, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To help keep children in the classroom and focused on learning, Ali Larter, mother of two and star of Fox’s new hit show “Pitch,” is on a mission to teach […]
Confidence-boosting tips for fitness class first-timers
(BPT) – You’ve joined a health club and now you’re curious about fitness classes. You’re almost ready to sign up for an indoor cycle, yoga or strength-training class, but something stops you. You feel nervous and uncomfortable and decide to wait. Group fitness classes are a fantastic way to exercise because you’re guided by an […]