Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. It occurs when the blood flow that goes to the brain gets interrupted by a clot or rupture, leaving the brain without the oxygen supply it needs. World Stroke Day is recognized to raise awareness about the high rates of stroke. This day is […]
It’s Daylight Saving Time, and you know what that means: We turn our clocks forward and lose an hour of sleep. The good news is that we only lose an hour of sleep for one night, and then we can all get back to getting our recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night. […]
There are many things that you can do to care for your physical health, but you may not know exactly where to begin. Not only can taking care of your body make you feel better physically, but it can also do wonders for your mental health. A change in lifestyle takes time, so here’s some […]
High cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease and heart attacks. If you want to make natural lifestyle changes to improve your cholesterol, follow these tips. If you are already taking medications, making these changes can help improve their cholesterol-lowering effect: Heart-Healthy Foods Making changes to your diet can reduce cholesterol and improve heart health. […]