Lifestyle
What's happening in lifestyle news? For information and details regarding daily lifestyle, see our articles below.
Tributes
Like many folks, we watched the Oscars last week. Outside of the awards and the hoopla surrounding the event, there is always one striking part of the broadcast. The tributes to those in the film industry who passe…
Hearing loss and depression
Researchers have found a strong link between hearing loss and depression in adults, particularly in women. Findings were similar across nationalities, and were based on self-reports of hearing loss among adults age…
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Are you a candidate for physical therapy?
Many people wonder if they are a candidate for physical therapy, or if physical therapy can help their ailment. Most people can benefit from physical therapy, whether their condition varies from a simple ankle spra…
Warning: Being out of shape is hazardous to your health
Though modern medicine has triumphed over many of the infectious diseases and traumas that killed our ancestors, new health problems have taken their place. Often, the so-called degenerative diseases-the diseases o…
A taste of Ireland
What color are you?
Just like a blood pressure cuff shows us the health of your vascular system and the little oximeter on your finger tells us information about your O2 Sat rate, the new Biophotonic scanner gives us information about…
Today, celebrate Registered Dietitian Day
March 12 marks Registered Dietitian Day - a celebration that occurs during National Nutrition Month. When you need reliable food and nutrition information, rely on qualified professionals in the field. Licensed, re…
The power of vitamin supplements
As we witness the deplorable state of health the people of this nation are in, more and more health-conscious consumers are turning towards alternatives. One of those alternatives is supplements. Vitamins, minerals…
New food labels aim to make healthy shopping easy
WASHINGTON - Ice cream lovers beware: The government knows you're unlikely to stop after half a cup.
First lady praises decline in childhood obesity
WASHINGTON - Michelle Obama says a sharp decline in obesity rates for some youngsters shows that small diet and lifestyle changes are making a difference.
Daylight saving time can affect your health
It is that time of year again, we are about to lose an hour from our day to accommodate daylight-saving time. Sunday, March 9, we are all supposed to wake up thinking it's an hour later than it really is. Have you …
A look at the changing obesity landscape for kids
NEW YORK - Is the anti-obesity message finally getting through?
USDA adds foods to WIC program
WASHINGTON - Pregnant women, mothers and children who get federal assistance with their grocery bills will now be able to buy more whole-grain foods, yogurt, f…
Preventive medicine
Recently I was asked what "preventive medicine" really is. I realized there is confusion on the topic. So often we confuse "early intervention" with "prevention." In my mind, there is a world of difference.