Healthy Ways To Increase Endorphins
What are endorphins? They’re hormones. Hormones are chemical messengers directing your body to do specific things from controlling your heartbeat or metabolism, to making you feel full or making you feel good. Endorphins are released by both the pituitary gland and central nervous system. They’re important for natural pain management and also trigger a pleasurable […]
National Preparedness Month: Build an Emergency Kit
September 22, 2022 After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency. Make sure your emergency kit is stocked […]
Female Hormones Can Affect Exercise At Any Age
No matter what your age, your female hormones still make a difference in your life, even after menopause. They also affect exercise at any age, not only how willingly you exercise and the benefits you reap, but also the best type of exercise to do. Hormones are affected by your age, but so is your […]
Healthy Aging: Healthy Diet
September is Healthy Aging Month and the time to get started on better health practices. As you age, you need fewer calories to maintain your weight, but the same amount of nutrients to stay healthy. So, making healthy choices and avoiding junk food is more important than ever. 1. Eat a variety of foods. Eating […]
Preventing Osteoporosis
Ten million Americans have osteoporosis and another 44 million have low bone mass, placing them at increased risk of osteoporosis, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF). Osteoporosis often is called the “silent disease” because bone loss occurs without symptoms. Though there are treatments for osteoporosis, there is currently no cure. That’s why prevention is […]