A couch potato is someone who spends most of their time lying down or in bed, often in front a television. The other expression, "mouse potato", refers to someone who is similarly inactive, but who is glued to a computer. Both expressions refer to idleness and a lifestyle that...

Winter is coming, with its colder weather, darker nights, and coughs and flus. You might feel the urge to hibernate in front the TV during the colder months, consuming a box of biscuits and a cup of cocoa. To prepare for winter and autumn, you must be fit and...

Although I have lived for more years than I care to remember, I am grateful that they were all healthy years. This didn't happen because of my 'good genes' (I don’t), or because I was lucky enough to beat the odds (no such luck). It happened because I wanted...

Your health is affected by your age, the environment, how you behave, what you eat, and how socially connected you are. They are all interdependent and some interact. These are the main topics that will be covered by The Travel To Health Newsletter, which will be out soon. As...

Our world has an enemy that is constantly picking off its victims at an alarming pace and nobody seems to be concerned about it. One act of terror can send the world spinning for years, while a much greater threat continues to its killing right at our doorstep. These...

College life can be both the best and worst. Most young people see college as a time of excitement. They look forward to living with their parents and being able to explore new places and meet new people. Sometimes, however, too much experimentation can lead to homesickness and depression....

This time of year brings back fond memories of Grandma’s deep-dish apple pie. I can close my eyes to smell, taste, and see her homemade apple pie. My mind will forever be etched with the sweet, cinnamon-scented, golden brown pie crust she made. To make the perfect deep-dish apple...

A worrying trend is the rise in obesity and other serious health conditions. Our fast-paced lifestyles and fast food mentality have made us obese and stressed out. We need to ask ourselves, "What is the best way to live a longer, healthier life?" A healthy, balanced diet could help...

High blood pressure symptoms may not be obvious even after extensive organ damage. Even high blood pressures that are fatal or already causing severe kidney damage can sometimes last for months before symptoms appear. A sphygmomanometer is the only way to determine if you have high bloodpressure. People with...

You might think you have carotid blockage, or that someone you know has it. You are at significantly higher risk of suffering a stroke if you have carotid blockage. You are not the only one. About 900,000 Americans die each year from stroke or heart disease. Your risk of...