How to Recognize a Stroke
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain is blocked or bursts, depriving the brain of oxygen. Brain damage can occur within minutes. Stroke is the nation’s leading …
Archive for September 2018
What is Normal Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is considered normal or healthy when it’s below 120/80, according to the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC). Both organizations now define high …
What Are the Risk Factors for Breast Cancer?
When it comes to taking care of ourselves, most women tend to worry more about the health of others than their own. Having a yearly wellness check-up may be an …
A Day’s Worth of Healthy Recipes for Fall
Whether or not you’ve had weight-loss surgery, you should always be eating healthy, balanced and whole foods. Here’s a day’s worth of recipe ideas to enjoy the flavors of fall. …
Breastfeeding vs Formula: Which is Better?
Many new moms ask, “Is breast milk really better for my baby?” Michelle Carlson, RN, IBCLC, certified lactation consultant and breast milk expert, discusses this common question: There’s a lot of …