I enjoy traveling. A few years ago, one of my best friends invited my daughter and me to visit her in Texas. She wanted to …

When teenagers graduate from high school they are faced with the idea of entering a new environment for college. This time period can be quite …

What if there was a pill that could reduce our risk of chronic diseases with no side effects? What if it would help keep our …

It happens every fall and winter. Thousands of folks somehow manage to get a sniffle or a sore throat during these seasons. Sometimes we try …

Glaucoma runs in my family. I watched both my Mom and my Dad wrestle with this disease. That makes my relatives and me at risk …

It’s old news that many of us are gaining weight and increasing our risk for chronic disease. Researchers are still trying to put their finger …

Alcohol flows regularly in our society. We see beer at sporting events and wine in many restaurants to accompany a meal. We see them even …

Today, peanut butter is no longer the staple for a hearty student lunch.  With peanut allergies on the rise, the number of children who can …

As we grow older, so do the risks of compromising the quality of our health. However, we can lower our risk for various diseases if …

It is not unusual for friends or family members to greet me with a smile and ask, “Would you like a smoothie?” Most of the …