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Is Alcohol a Risk Factor for Dementia?

For decades, Americans have been told moderate alcohol consumption may offer protection against the number one killer, cardiovascular disease, and possibly contribute to longevity. As that assertion was promulgated by countless health advisories, a body

7 Tips for Being an Informed Health Advocate for Yourself

While there are many ways you can prioritize your health, probably the most important is to be your own health advocate. While this may sound simple, this requires educating yourself on medical conditions and knowing

4 Great Reasons to Be a Foster Parent

May is National Foster Care Month, and a good time for me to answer a question I hear a lot, namely why anyone should become a foster parent. Raising other people’s children is a challenging,

5 Easy Ways for Tech-Life Balance

Screen-time continues to be a hot topic around the globe. Despite new moderation legislation coming out, the big tech companies being increasingly scrutinized, and a growing awareness of the dark side of a tech overdose,

Is There a Link Between Concussion and Future Dementia?

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury in which a forceful bump, blow or jolt to the head causes the brain to move inside the skull. This can result in headache, confusion, nausea,

8 Easy and Inexpensive Ways to Self-Care

Who says you have to invest in expensive vacations or spa days to practice self-care? Sure, those things are nice, but there are countless other ways to cultivate your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. If

4 Bad Habits Affecting Your Workouts

Knowing how to prevent injuries in sports and exercise is vital to staying healthy and active. CNN’s feature on avoiding workout injuries highlights how common soft tissue injuries are while exercising or playing sports. Injuries

5 Ways to Help Avoid Inflammation

Scientists have shown a pathological link between chronic inflammation and heart disease, cancer and even depression. Now, several large studies have shown an association between chronic inflammation and the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. There