Is Standing at Work Beneficial?
Americans sit for up to seven hours a day, and even physically active people may spend most of their day… more
Aerobic Exercise Can Improve an Aging Heart
As we age, the muscles thicken in the left ventricle of our heart, and our heart stiffens and enlarges slightly.… more
The Health Benefits of Having a Dog
There are emotional and physical benefits to having a dog. A dog is a source of pure, unconditional love. A… more
Heart Disease in Women – A Heart Attack Survivor’s Story
Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. Emily Holcraft was misdiagnosed… more
Childhood Obesity
Children who are obese are above the normal weight for their age and height. Today, about one in three American… more
The Risks of a Midlife Weight Gain
Midlife weight gain is common. In two large-scale studies of health professionals in the United States, 93,000 women were asked… more
Can a HEART HEALTHY lifestyle prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s?
It is estimated that 1 in 6 women, and 1 in 10 men, who live past the age of 55… more
Adult Vaccinations
Before you know it, winter and flu season will be here. Each year thousands of adults in the United States… more
Five Daily Heart Healthy Habits
The heart is the hardest working muscle in the human body. Every single day, the average heart beats 100,000 times… more