Ask a friend or family member – getting a colonoscopy isn’t exactly the most popular pastime. But they’re very common procedures, and you may be surprised to learn just how many people you know have already had one. Given that colon cancer is...
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I remember the days leading up to my gallbladder surgery all too well. I felt tired, crampy, and not really hungry. Mind you, my first born was only nine months old at the time and I had resolved to a healthier lifestyle with regular workouts. I attributed...
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…Winter squash, that is! Characterized by a harder rind than what’s found on its summer counterpart, fall fanatics can’t get enough of acorn squash, butternut squash, spaghetti squash, and even pumpkin, once the leaves start to change. If...
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Would you be surprised to know that on average, not only are Western New Yorkers less healthy than other New York State residents, but also compared to the rest of the country? Data from the NYS Department of Health reports that Erie County residents are 33%...
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“Eat your broccoli.” You can probably still hear your mother saying it. She always encouraged you to eat your veggies, but do you know why? One of the most popular items to be hidden in children’s napkins is bursting with more health benefits than you...
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Making the decision to quit smoking can have a profound affect on your life. You’ll live longer, save money, and keep your family and pets healthy. Not only that, but you’ll feel more confident as the physical effects of smoking begin to fade. You’ve...
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Every Autumn, we say good-bye to Daylight Saving Time and hello to Standard Time when most Americans turn their clocks back one hour. Daylight Saving Time officially ends at 2:00 am on the first Sunday in November, this year on November 1. Winston Churchill...
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4 Ways Exercise Supports the Fight Against Breast Cancer Exercise some breast cancer awareness! Did you know the benefits of exercise apply to women battling breast cancer? The positive impact that getting active has on human health doesn’t stop during...
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Love waffles? Who doesn’t! But the refined flour and high carb content in a traditional waffle spikes our blood sugar — and people with diabetes may see high blood sugar readings after eating. This recipe is a great blend of whole grains and high fiber...
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The remarkable part of his story is this: By all other accounts, Alex Miller was healthy when he had a 99% blockage in his heart. 32 at the time, Alex was experiencing heartburn-esque symptoms fairly frequently. “Older people always talk about how bad...
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