Most of us don’t use sunscreen as well as we should and aren’t getting the sun protection we expect. In a survey of 1,000 adults in the U.S., 62 percent rated themselves as “excellent” at sun protection. But, their answers show otherwise.
Helmets decrease the risk of a head injury. But, data shows that cyclists wearing a helmet are just as likely to need to be treated in a hospital after a crash and are more likely to be involved in a crash. So, should you wear one?
Stress is a part of our lives at all ages. As you age, your ability to deal with stress declines. Here are five stress reduction tips for seniors. These are effective methods of stress management that especially help older people.
A new diet is designed to help people listen to their hunger cues rather than count calories. In a study, people who followed the “Regulation of Cues” approach to weight loss lost five pounds on average.
June 1 is National Olive Day. To celebrate the fruit, we’re sharing four wonderful olive recipes. We encourage you to eat them just as they are. But, these are great options when you want to include them in a dish instead of on their own!
This three-day weekend you should take the opportunity to relax, unplug and stop thinking about your problems. It can be even more beneficial for your health than a longer vacation.
Unless you are an exercise enthusiast, your workout probably doesn’t spark joy. However, a routine created by a health psychologist is designed to do just that.
It’s rare to have a diet that is wonderful for some people yet awful for others. But, the low-residue diet can be helpful to people with intestinal health concerns but possibly disastrous for people with blood sugar concerns.
One of our favorite sources of protein in the summer is canned tuna. It’s already cooked and ready to go. Here are four great no-cook, low-carb dinner recipes with tuna that can help you on a hot night!
In 2019 the FDA changed how sweetener allulose could be listed on labels. It no longer had to be listed as an added sugar. Now, the FDA has refused the request to have tagatose listed the same way. There's controversy over the ruling.
Experts go back and forth about whether or not it’s possible to lose weight without exercise. To lose weight, you have to burn more calories than you eat. If you cut back on your calories, you may be able to do that without exercising.
Mangos are in season! Whether you’re cooking with them or just eating them raw, we recommend enjoying them from May through September while they are at the peak of their season.
A new study has found that you can build habits more easily by making “if-then” plans instead of relying on motivation. If you link actions to a situation, you can create stimulus-response links that can make habits stick.
This week marks both National Pick Strawberries Day and National Strawberries and Cream Day. The fruit is in season, and we want to enjoy it while it’s at its best. We have four delicious low-carb strawberry dessert recipes you’ll enjoy!
Emergencies can keep you inside and away from fresh supplies. We all need to be prepared to hunker down and wait out the storm—be it figurative or literal. But, if you have blood sugar concerns, your emergency kit needs may be different.
Many of us fail to reach our exercise goals. But, while picking up working out can be difficult, once you start, it becomes a habit you stick to — even for people who are averse to exercise!
The longevity diet is interesting because its primary aim isn’t to cause weight loss but a longer life. It has many facets, including restricting calories, what to eat and when to eat it. But is it healthy, practical or useful?
High blood pressure in young people between the ages of 20 and 40 may be linked to cognitive changes in people around the age of 55. High blood pressure changes brain structure, cognition and cerebrovascular function, even in children.
No one knows why May 12 is National Nutty Fudge Day. But, the holiday is coming up, and we never miss out on a celebration. So, we're sharing four delicious low-carb nutty fudge recipes you'll love to make!
The EPA’s Superfund program cleans up some of the most contaminated lands in the country. When they open to the public, they are gorgeous, safe parks meant to be enjoyed by everyone. You should go to one in your area!
