Why are so many people gluten intolerant? The number of Americans who say they are gluten-free more than tripled from 2009 to 2014. But the number of Americans who have celiac disease stayed pretty much same (roughly 1% of the population). More people may be sensitive to gluten because of other underlying conditions. Chronic inflammation […]
Can one chocolate a day really keep heart disease at bay? As we celebrate Heart Awareness this month, we’re looking into chocolate. Can it really help your heart? Heart Health and Chocolate The health benefits of chocolate have been known for centuries, but the true hero behind the ‘chocolate mask’ is cacao. The cacao bean is produced […]
With the winter weather upon us, we may be seeing more falls outside. Some individuals may even sustain a head injury that results in a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). A TBI occurs when an individual sustains an insult, force or blow to the head that causes changes in brain functioning. These types of injuries can […]
Soup, the go-to comfort food for cold winter months, definitely does your body good. Just breathing in the steam while sipping on your chicken soup or simply smelling your soup as it simmers in the pot can improve airflow and reduce congestion. Soups provide a ton of nutrients without the mess of cooking a full […]
According to the American Heart Association, “The facts are clear: Regular physical activity benefits people who have heart disease as well as those who don’t.” “Even 30 minutes of activity – and it doesn’t need to be high-impact aerobics – five days a week provide us with lots of benefits,” says Hailee Rich, a certified fitness […]
For many Americans, eliminating excess pounds is an ongoing challenge — with weight gain skyrocketing at an alarming rate over the past several decades. Nearly 75% of adults are overweight or obese in the United States, alone. Some turn to the weight loss industry and fad diets for support, yet few achieve long-range success. The […]
Some days it probably feels like all you ever do is feed your family. If it seems like your kids are snacking nonstop, it’s probably time to rethink what and when they’re eating. Parul Kharod, WakeMed clinical dietitian with WakeMed Outpatient Nutrition Services, suggests mentally redefining snacks as mini meals, avoiding sugary foods, and choosing […]
The implantable cardioverter defibrillator, also known as an ICD, was developed in 1980 and approved by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in 1985 – and its sole purpose is to prevent sudden cardiac death, also known as sudden cardiac arrest. This occurs when the heart stops beating suddenly due to a problem with the […]
Let’s face it. Parents juggle a lot from day to day! And yet that feeling of going nonstop might not involve much of the healthy movement that our bodies and minds actually need to stay strong. So it’s important for families to make time to be active together. A little added movement throughout the day […]
The holidays are upon us, and many folks are busy — shopping, baking, buying, decorating and lifting. Yes, lifting. Buying often means the arrival of large postal packages that need to be lifted and maneuvered into the house. Holiday decorating often means lifting heavy boxes out of storage for another season of “all things merry […]
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