By Aparna Mele MDSummer has arrived and while the sun is shining bright and we all love to take in those warm summer rays, everyone must remember to protect their skin and eyes from the damaging effects of the sun. Many of us know that overexposure to UV rays from the sun during the summer […]
By Aparna Mele MDDo you include core exercises in your fitness routine? Here’s why you should. Your core consists of the muscles between your chest and your hips: rectus abdominis (a.k.a. your six-pack muscles, which run down the front of your stomach), transverse abdominis (deep abs muscles that wrap around your stomach), and obliques (otherwise […]
By Aparna Mele MD Stress Awareness Month has been recognized every April since 1992, and these last 2 years seem particularly important. Lack of support can cause loneliness and isolation, which in turn lowers people’s wellbeing, impacts mental health and can lead to mental illness. Social isolation is therefore an important risk factor for both […]
Cancer can be a scary subject. It carries with it connotations of difficult times and struggle. Yet, living well and supporting the body with healthy choices can be a good recipe for overcoming and living with the disease. Whether you have just received a diagnosis, are going through treatment, or are in remission, adopting an […]
By Aparna Mele MD A big reveal study from the Cooper Institute in Dallas, published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise found that men with higher level of cardiovascular fitness are more than TWICE as likely to drink moderate amounts of alcohol (up to 14 drinks per week) as compared to […]
Many seniors worry that they won’t feel their best in retirement. But you don’t need to accept a major decline in your quality of life as the years go on. In fact, if you take care of your physical and mental health, you can truly embrace your golden years. By checking out resources from organizations […]
By John Creveling of JohnCrevelingFitness.com The holiday season is fast approaching. Around this time of year, we tend to be busier than normal with work, family, parties, shopping, etc. It is also around this time of year that our new year’s resolutions are out the window and we vow to start up again on January […]
By GreenPath Financial Wellness Practical money management skills learned at an early age can have a lasting impact on the rest of your child’s life. In fact, this is one of the most important areas where you can truly change the course of their life. Educating your children about financial wellness will help them build healthy spending habits for the future. Here are some great ways to teach your kids about money. 1. […]
Author: Spine & Wellness Center Healthy nutrition includes drinking at least 4 to 8 glasses of water every day. Admittedly, this is a wide range, but 4 8-ounce glasses of water represent the minimum intake for adult men and women. A useful frame of reference is the presence or absence of thirst. Optimally, you should never feel […]
By Aparna Mele MD The warm summer months means shedding layers and showing more skin with tank tops, shorts, and swimsuits. Now is the time to step up your fitness game to get your body summer ready! Incorporate challenging strength training in your workout. Commit to a full-body strength-training program at least three times a […]