Fortify Your Diet
Want to get enough calcium and vitamin D, but don't love dairy? Green vegetables are a great source. A cup of broccoli has 136 mg of calcium. Also, try. . . Read More
Reduce Sodium to Lower Blood Pressure
Diets low in sodium may benefit people trying to lower their blood pressure. The current recommendation is to consume less than 2.4 grams (2,400 mg) of sod. . . Read More
Exercise for Healthy Bones
Like muscle, bone is living tissue that responds to exercise by becoming stronger. The best exercise for your bones is the weight-bearing kind, which fo. . . Read More
Drink Properly
Even slight dehydration has been shown to have damaging effects to the brain. High sugar drinks such as soda can deplete the brain's energy su. . . Read More
Long Term Stress May Lower Memory
A recent study at Sweden's Groteborg University found that long term stress shrinks the hippocampus, the portion of the brain responsible for memory. . . Read More
Keep Your Memory At Its Best With Sleep
Skimping on sleep can affect the brain in many ways. Planning, problem-solving, learning, concentration, working memory and alertness all take a hit.&nb. . . Read More