Health Tip – Mar. 27 – Spine Disc Degeneration and Your Weight
If you’re overweight or obese, chances are that you’re at increased risk for low back pain due to spinal disc degeneration. Results of a...
Word of the Day – Mar. 26 – Hebdomadal
Adjective: Hebdomadal (heb-DAH-muh-dul)
Definition: Occurring, appearing or done every week.
Sample sentence: Charles made room in his schedule for hebdomadal visits with his math tutor...
Health Tip – Mar. 26 – Emotionally Upset? Don’t Sleep On It
Sleep may reinforce the negative emotions aroused by witnessing something scary or traumatic. As a result of "sleeping it off," you may be just...
Word of the Day – Mar. 22 – Empirical
Adjective: Empirical (im-PEER-uh-kul)
Definition:
1. Originating in or based on observation or experience.
2. Relying on observation or experience alone, often without due regard for...
Health Tip – Mar. 22 – Flavonoids Fight Cardiovascular Disease
The more we learn about edible plants - a category that includes nuts and cocoa as well as fruits and vegetables - the healthier...
Health Tip – Mar. 21 – Fingernail Care Do’s and Don’ts
Take a close look at your fingernails. Are they strong and healthy looking? Or do you see ridges, dents, or areas of unusual color...
Word of the Day – Mar. 21 – Extemporaneous
Adjective: Extemporaneous (ek-stem-puh-RAY-nee-us)
Definition:
1. Composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment: impromptu
2. Provided, made, or put to use as an expedient:...
Health Tip – Mar. 20 – Heating Pads and Cancer
In the cold winter months it's tempting to pull out the heating pads and electric blankets to help keep warm and alleviate minor discomforts....
Word of the Day – Mar. 20 – Rutilant
Adjective: Rutilant (ROO-tih-lunt)
Definition: Glowing or glittering with ruddy or golden light.
Sample sentence: As the sun set, the river appeared rutilant as if thousands...
Health Tip – Mar. 19 – A Bit About Garlic
Garlic is a culinary mainstay that provides a host of health benefits. It can help improve overall cholesterol levels, lower blood pressure and decreases...
