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Stick to Your Diet While Dining Out

Dining out is a treat for many and a staple for others. Restaurant meals, nevertheless, are often delicious and enable people to sample foods they may never try or prepare at home. While flavor is something restaurant foods have in common, so are huge portion sizes. And foods served at a favorite restaurant may not […]

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More Time … Less Stress

by Toni Delos Santos 90% Mental 90percentmental.com “Training gives us an outlet for suppressed energies created by stress and thus tones the spirit just as exercise conditions the body.”  – Arnold Schwarzenegger  ——- How many times have we said that we wish there were more hours in a day? Trying to juggle work, family, time for […]

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The Link Between Sleep & Healthy Aging

A good night’s sleep is critical to health. ——- A good night’s rest can be just what the body needs to feel revitalized and ready to tackle a new day. Indeed, rest is important for people of all ages, including seniors. The National Council on Aging notes the brain needs sleep to regulate the body, […]

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How Golf Got its Start

Enjoy your summer. ——- Many people cannot think of a better place to spend an afternoon than out on the links. From prestigious and private country clubs to public courses, more than 15,000 golf courses dot the American landscape, while there are 2,298 golf courses in Canada. The early days of golf The modern game […]

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What to Know About Heatstroke

Be safe and enjoy your summer. ——- Fun in the sun is a big part of the appeal of summer. Outdoor recreation and relaxation kicks up a notch each summer, contributing to a vibe that is as welcoming as it is warm. Summer is indeed all about recreation, but individuals also must remain safe when […]

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Get a Good Workout Outdoors

Great for your mental health too. ——- Getting a gym membership is one of the first things that comes to mind when someone mentions a desire to get in shape. Exercise goals can be achieved at gyms and fitness clubs, but they are not the only locations where people can get on a healthy track. […]

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Hydration is Key in Summer Heat

It is critical to reduce risk of heat illness. ——- Summer is a season to enjoy some fun in the sun, but it’s imperative that people remember to take steps to reduce their risk for heat illness. Those measures should include efforts to hydrate and remain hydrated throughout the day. The Centers for Disease Control […]

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Health Benefits of Golf

A game which might help you live longer    ——- Playing a round of golf is a great way to spend a morning, afternoon or early evening. That’s particularly true when the weather is warm and a golf course is soaked in sunshine and cooled down by warm breezes whistling through the surrounding trees. Though […]

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Switch to Early AM Workouts!

Get up and at it.  ——- One of the common complaints among people who want to be more active is that they can’t seem to fit exercise in when work, school or family responsibilities get top billing. According to the Better Health Channel, lack of time is a common perceived barrier to physical activity, with […]

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The Healing Power of Nature

Get outside.     ——- Being in good health and avoiding various diseases often comes down to a combination of factors. Individuals may be aware that nutrition and exercise play important roles in personal well-being, but it appears that nature may provide its own medicinal benefits as well. A number of studies have examined the […]

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