Health & Fitness
Beat the heat: Tips to stay healthy and hydrated
(BPT) – Americans love summertime and with good reason. It is the best time for outdoor fun and travel with family. Many people enjoy outdoor activities such as bicycling, kayaking and hiking, and kids are more active with sports. One thing to keep in mind when out and about in the summer heat is to […]
Research shows California Raisins positively impact diabetic nutrition
(BPT) – Research highlighted at the American Diabetes Association’s 77th Scientific Sessions suggests California Raisins – an all-natural, dried-by-the-sun, no-sugar-added fruit – can positively affect glucose levels and systolic blood pressure among people with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). ‘Raisins are excellent food choices for most individuals, including those with Type 2 diabetes mellitus,’ said […]
8 fast tips to fight fall allergies before they begin
(BPT) – You made it through a tough spring allergy season and are enjoying every moment of the summer. But just when you think your allergies are under control, a new problem is brewing. In the blink of an (itchy) eye, fall allergy season will be here. You may be thinking, “It’s still summer. Why […]
Harnessing nitric oxide in a new way to combat superbugs
(BPT) – They are called superbugs. As their name implies, they are difficult to treat – and deadly. Earlier this year, in fact, a Nevada woman was hospitalized following a trip to India and later died from a rare bacterial infection that didn’t respond to the 26 antibiotics approved for infectious diseases. It is an […]
Traveling with confidence while on dialysis
(BPT) – If you’d like to join your grandkids as they experience a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, hope to make this year’s family reunion or need to travel for work, there’s no reason you can’t – even if you’re on dialysis, a life-sustaining treatment that cleans the blood of toxins in those people whose kidneys have failed. […]
Shining a light on sarcoma [Infographic]
(BPT) – Sarcoma is among the most rare and complex types of cancer, comprising approximately 1 percent of adult cancers diagnosed. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of this rare cancer and when to see your doctor. Brandpoint – Free Online Content
Shining a light on sarcoma
(BPT) – After a summer of healthy eating and exercise, Janice Nicewanner was on the road to better health when she noticed a small lump in her lower left abdomen. She assumed it was scar tissue from a past surgery, but decided to see her doctor six months later after it had grown to the […]
A happy pet is a hydrated pet
Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) – It’s a warm summer day – the sun is shining, the sky is blue and the scent of blooming flowers fills the air. As a pet owner, you’re probably planning to take your dog on a walk, maybe even several. Meanwhile, your cat […]
Pancreatic cancer: Know your family, know your risk
(BPT) – Pancreatic cancer is one of the most deadly cancers, with a mere 29 percent one-year survival rate. In 2016, pancreatic cancer became the third leading cause of cancer death in the United States, surpassing breast cancer. The time frame between diagnosis and death is often short. Only 7 percent of people diagnosed with […]
Five Reasons to Sleep More [Video]
Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) – According to a sleep survey commissioned by ZzzQuil and conducted online by Harris Poll, nearly nine in 10 Americans (87 percent) report they have experienced trouble falling asleep. To help get the word out about sleeplessness in America and why it’s important to […]