Stress Busters
February 2, 2012 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Health
If you feel irritable, have a hard time concentrating, have low energy or a hard time sleeping, you could be showing signs of stress. In fact, it seems that most Americans are feeling stress these days. The American Psychological Association’s (APA) 2010 Stress in America survey disclosed that stress is taking a toll on physical [...]
Boost Your Mind to Beat the Winter Blues
January 27, 2012 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Health
As holiday celebrations begin to wind down after the beginning of the New Year, you may begin to notice yourself being slowly drawn into the onset of a seasonal slump. With daylight hours shrinking and chilly weather, you might find yourself feeling less active, more irritable, and wondering what happened to the energy that got [...]
Winter Health Tips For Seniors
December 29, 2011 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Health, Seniors
(StatePoint) Short days and cooler weather can be a stressful time of year, especially for older people who are at higher risk for common winter ailments. But there are steps you can take to stay safe and healthy. Prevent the Flu It’s not too late to get vaccinated! Seniors are at especially high risk for [...]
Five Ways to Cope With Holiday Stress
December 6, 2011 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Health
The holidays are a time for family, fun and festivities. So why are you so stressed? Actually, stress is associated with positive life events as much as negative ones. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed when planning family meals, shopping for gifts, decorating the house or figuring out what to do with the kids during their [...]
Sleep Apnea Is A Barrier to Your Body’s Health
November 14, 2011 by Kristin Hauch
Filed under Health
Most women believe that heading to the gym every day, eating salads for lunch, and making an annual appointment at the ob-gyn will satisfy most major requirements of living a healthy lifestyle. Healthy choices that result in a good physical appearance are often the easiest to implement. However, since not-so-obvious habits like getting a good [...]
Time Is Really of the Essence When Treating Stroke
November 14, 2011 by Maggie Worth
Filed under Health
What exactly is a stroke? According to the American Stroke Association (a sister entity to the American Heart Association), “A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a blood clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood (and [...]
Reap the Health Benefits of Gardening!
October 18, 2011 by Bonnie Helander
Filed under Garden Views, Health, Take Care
Do you view gardening as “yard work” and see it as a chore? If so, you need to change your perspective. Numerous scientific studies emphasize the amazing health benefits associated with gardening. Gardening positively affects the body, mind, soul and spirit. Instead of looking for a wonder drug, why not try this wonder activity? Gardeners [...]
Figure Out Fiber
March 3, 2011 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Diet, Health
For years, any weight-loss aficionado could easily tell you the best sources of dietary fiber: whole grains, legumes, fruits, and vegetables. But in today’s environment, things have changed. Grocery store shelves have become crowded with traditionally low-fiber foods that are now packed with fiber, like candy, ice cream, and artificial sweeteners. According to TOPS Club, [...]
Your Friends May Be Affecting Your Weight
March 3, 2011 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Health
Is obesity contagious? Can you catch it from your friends? And if you have skinny friends, can this help you lose weight? According to new research this may, indeed, be the case. Researchers at Harvard University say America’s obesity epidemic won’t plateau until at least 42 percent of adults are obese, according to mathematical modeling [...]
How to Heal Chapped Winter Skin
March 3, 2011 by Crystal Schwanke
Filed under Health
While a Georgia winter is a far cry from spending the season in Michigan or Minnesota, red, chapped winter skin and lips can still be an issue. Because your face is often exposed to the temperature and indoor-to-outdoor temperature changes all winter, there’s a chance your skin will become irritated, cracked, or in the very [...]
Mission: Healthy Meals for Schoolchildren
December 19, 2010 by Jill Prouty
Filed under Diet, Health, Parenting
With childhood obesity becoming an epidemic in this country, a professor at Georgia State University has linked overweight children with federal school nutrition programs. Research published in the Summer 2010 edition of The Journal of Human Resources by Associate Professor Rusty Tchernis (“School Nutrition Programs and the Incidence of Childhood Obesity”) reveals that children who [...]
Pink Ribbon Inspired…
October 7, 2010 by Kenya Brantley
Filed under At Home, Decor, Everyday Living, Health
As most of you know, October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. So in honor of all of the women who have fought, are fighting, or know someone that this disease has affected in some way, I present to you Pretty in Pink! I want to invite you to share your stories of breast cancer, [...]