Health & Fitness

Four out of 10 people living in the U.S. likely have a vitamin D deficiency. And, if you’re deficient in vitamin D, you probably don’t feel very well. The good news is it’s an easy fix. Molly Ropte, DO breaks down how to identify a deficiency and offers her expert medical advice, including good sources of vitamin … Read more

You probably know that exercise improves your heart health, but did you know that it also improves gastrointestinal health? Exercise is a simple and effective way to decrease the discomfort of several digestive issues. And you don’t have to train for a marathon to see the benefits. 1. Improves digestion Gentle exercise after eating, such … Read more

It’s easy to see the appeal of protein powder. It’s a versatile, no-brainer way to up your intake of this essential nutrient without having to cook a big steak or use up the chicken in your fridge before it goes bad. No wonder the global protein supplement industry raked in $72 billion in 2020 and is projected … Read more

Coffee is good news for diabetes, only if you do not have it. Yes, coffee impacts diabetes… negatively! For people with diabetes and prediabetes, coffee spells nothing but trouble. Not having coffee seems like a contradiction in terms, but it is precisely what research indicates. Coffee has thousands of natural enzymes including caffeine that affect the … Read more

Have you ever felt hangry (hungry + angry)? Food and mood have an effect on one another. Understand how they interact so you can make good diet choices and avoid emotional or impulse eating. Maybe it’s no coincidence that food and mood are just a letter apart; the two are peas in a pod. Think … Read more

Dancing has always been a part of our culture, from traditional rituals to celebrations, it is something that widely appeals to people from all walks of life. It is also highly associated with good physical health, but most people don’t know that dancing can  affect their mental health, too. Whether it’s salsa, ballroom, folk, modern … Read more

Your digestive system is working nonstop to fuel every cell in your body and efficiently remove the waste. Neglecting your digestive system can have adverse effects that influence every part of your life. Your diet and other lifestyle choices greatly impact your digestive health and are often areas where small changes can have a big … Read more

An active lifestyle isn’t just for young people. As you age, it’s just as important to embrace an exercise routine that works for you. Here are some reasons why you should stay active and five tips on how to get started with exercises as an older adult. Why is it important for older adults to … Read more

It’s no wonder that health food stores and supermarkets feature dietary supplements so prominently. In an analysis of data collected between 2017 and 2020, more than half of American adults age 20 and older acknowledged using dietary supplements in the previous 30 days, according to a 2023 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Read more

In our efforts to eat healthy, we often find ourselves struggling with the sugar dilemma. We always hear grim warnings about sugar’s negative impact on health – from weight gain to increasing risk of chronic diseases. We come across a sweet alternative that seems too good to be healthy- honey. Well, is honey the answer to our … Read more