EAT YOUR WATER!
EAT YOUR WATER! It can be hard to maintain the optimal water content in your body–especially during hot summer months. You can also eat water! Fruits and vegetables help you stay hydrated because of high water content. Cantelope/Melon – 92% Celery – 95% Cucumbers – 96% Grapefruit – 92% Peppers – 93% Radishes – 95% Squash/Zucchini […]
Is It Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, is not a normal part of aging. The disease usually strikes individuals 65 years and over, but younger people are not without risk. While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, there are treatments available that can help slow the progression of the disease and help manage symptoms. […]
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S among cancers that affect both sexes. Early detection and better treatments have lead to better outcomes for many colorectal cancer patients. A healthy lifestyle—eating lots of fruits & vegetables and limiting red and […]
November is American Diabetes Month
Diabetes affects nearly 10% of the American population, and according to the American Diabetes Association, 1.4 million new cases are diagnosed each year. The outlook is even more grim for seniors, with over 25% of those age 65+ suffering from the disease. Risk factors include being overweight, an unhealthy diet, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle. […]
How Much Do You Know About Breast Cancer?
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. So we’re asking, how much do you know about breast cancer? What is your risk for the disease? Take this quiz from the American Cancer Society to find out how much you know about breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second most prevalent […]
Colorectal Cancer: Know Your Risk
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. There are often no symptoms until the disease has progressed. Symptoms can include stomach pain or cramps that don’t go away, weight loss or blood in your stool. Colorectal cancer can be cured […]
March Newsletter: Season of Change
Our March newsletter is full of great information–everything from colon cancer awareness to a discussion on spring cleaning in both the literal and figurative sense to local events around Charleston and shopping the season’s freshest produce. Click here to read our March newsletter.
February is American Heart Month
Do you know the signs of a heart attack or stroke? What are your risk factors for heart disease? Find out the answers to these questions and more on the American Heart Association’s website. Learn how to be heart smart today!
