Consuming fiber can have major positive effects on your waistline and your overall health. Eating 25 to 30 grams of fiber per day also promotes healthy bowel functions and may lower your risk for heart disease and cancer. Here’s how to incorporate fiber into your diet: Eat fiber-rich fruits as snacks or use them as…
Makes: 6 servings Ingredients ½ cup nonfat milk ⅓ cup applesauce ½ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup quick-cooking oats (uncooked) 1 cup sugar 1 ½ tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tart apple (cored and chopped) Raisins and walnuts, optional for topping Preparations Preheat oven to 400 F. Line six muffin tins with…
When anxious, you tend to take rapid, shallow breaths from the chest. Chest breathing can result in increased heart rate, dizziness and muscle tension. During abdominal or diaphragmatic breathing, you instead take even deep breaths, which reduces the amount of work your body needs to do to breathe. If you’re feeling breathless because of anxiety,…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about half of U.S. adults don’t get the physical activity they need to reduce their risk of and prevent chronic conditions. Moreover, getting enough physical activity can help prevent 1 in 10 premature deaths. Why is exercise important? Research shows that those who are physically…
When implemented successfully, workplace wellness programs can reduce health care costs, increase employee productivity and reduce absenteeism. While some wellness programs encourage participation, others are results-oriented, meaning employees are encouraged to meet certain health goals or metrics. At American Health & Wellness, health coaches and integrated nutritionists design wellness strategies tailored to meet the needs…
The United States is experiencing a spike in COVID-19 cases, specifically in areas with low vaccination rates. A major reason for this spike is an emerging variant known as Delta, which was first seen in India in December 2020. The variant has quickly moved across the globe, and it is now circulating in the United…
By now the importance of adequate skin protection is widely known. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and the number of Americans who have had skin cancer at some point in the last three decades is estimated to be higher than the number for all other cancers combined. Most cases…
With the COVID-19 vaccine becoming much more widely available across the country, the topic of returning to in-person work, school and other activities is being discussed constantly. The reopening of the country, though, comes with some uncertainties and may lead to feelings of re-entry anxiety. What Is Re-entry Anxiety? Re-entry anxiety is an overall uneasiness…
Alzheimer’s disease is often difficult to distinguish because the early signs closely resemble natural signs of aging. What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s is a disease of the brain gradually destroying the ability to remember, reason, imagine and learn. The condition progresses over time. There are 100 billion nerve cells in the brain. Each of these…
There are certain foods that can increase the chances of keeping your brain healthy as you age. If you want to remain mentally sharp as you age, consider adding the following foods to your diet: Glucose Your body metabolizes glucose when eating healthy sugars and carbohydrates. Opt for fruits that are rich in natural sugars….