(ARA) – Are you finding yourself under a lot of stress these days? Whether it’s being brought on by tension at work, at home, or by concerns of how the higher gas prices will affect you, there’s a lot on your plate right now. The last thing you want to deal with is a [...] [...more]
(ARA) – Over the ages, people have been trying to find innovative ways to keep cool. Babe Ruth kept cabbage under his cap to keep cool during baseball games. Just being barefoot can keep kids cool all summer long. With the hottest months just around the bend, it is time to pull the summer clothes [...] [...more]
(ARA) – Spring sun and the approach of summer remind many of us to get diligent about applying sunscreen before heading outdoors. But is that enough to protect your skin this summer? More than 1 million Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society. “Changes in the environment [...] [...more]
(ARA) – Many overweight individuals try to lose those extra pounds on their own, instead of finding help that can teach them how to get and stay healthy. Interestingly, recent studies show that not only does the likelihood of being overweight increase among friends and family members, but also the opposite holds true. [...] [...more]
(ARA) – Nearly every hour, someone in the United States dies of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, and more than one million Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year. Women aged 20-29 are particularly vulnerable, with melanoma ranking as the second most common form of cancer in the age [...] [...more]
(ARA) - Jeff Bucher of Fond du Lac, Wis., believes a new awareness of his body saved his life. Bucher’s narrow escape began in November of 2006, shortly after his 41st birthday. “I realized I was huffing and puffing every time I went up the stairs,” Bucher says. “Finally, I decided enough was [...] [...more]
(ARA) – “Sustainability” is the current favorite buzz word of the environmental movement. But what if you applied the concept of sustainability to your weight-loss and health-improvement efforts? The results would be life-altering, predicts Joe Dillon, an inspirational speaker and fitness expert who has coached Fortune 500 CEOs, billionaires, health care professionals, record-holding athletes, and [...] [...more]
(ARA) – Sleep helps our body recover from stressful daytime activities. It is also the healthy habit we most often neglect. Better sleep should be a priority along with healthy evening practices to set the tone for a good day to come. It is usually easy for people to establish and maintain morning routines: bathing; [...] [...more]
(ARA) – According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than 70 million Americans report they have trouble getting to sleep and staying asleep every night. Have we become a nation of the eternally drowsy? With hectic schedules and a variety of life commitments, women are living more versatile lives. But this new dynamic might be [...] [...more]
(ARA) - When it comes to getting in shape, celebrity fitness trainer Kim Lyons from “The Biggest Loser” knows it’s all about forming healthy routines. Lyons has provided support and encouragement to millions of people looking to lose weight and adopt a healthier lifestyle. “I tell my clients that they are not going [...] [...more]
(ARA) –– Summer is around the corner, and that means more time outside in the sun. While we are aware of the dangers associated with sun-bathing, many still long for that sun-kissed glow. So how can you achieve the look of a bronzed beauty this summer without risking the health of your skin? Use [...] [...more]
