Healthy Choices

I was addicted to chocolate for many years. Addiction runs in my family—the human family. Sometimes that tendency to addictive substances is passed on genetically. …

What do tissues, cells, and organs have in common? These make up the body’s immune system. It is an elaborate network of sophisticated defense systems …

There are so many supplements on the market that trying to understand what they are all about becomes quite difficult. And the claims! If you …

Stress is a six-letter word we have heard all of our lives. Sitting in traffic for hours, yelling at one another when we get upset, …

During the winter months, a variety of our favorite fruits and vegetables may not be available. Instead of looking for watermelon or peaches during the …

We never think of our mouth as a dark and wet place that harbors bacteria, but it does. We can have millions of bacteria tearing …

My maternal grandmother was one of the most energetic women of her generation. She started a nursing home alongside her sisters and later managed a …

Let’s face it. These days we’re busy. Even our meals reflect our busyness. We often skip planning and prepare foods that are familiar and convenient. …

I have seen my share of research articles, books, and stories on why I should exercise and be physically active. Over the years, I’ve learned …

The human body is not powered like the Energizer Bunny. Any system of the human body that is overworked or excessively stressed without appropriate rest …