Swimming facts from the CDC that everyone should know
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) shares valuable information about the benefits of swimming and how to stay safe in the water. Continue reading
Articles by Gabriel Padilla
Jun12
Join our June 20 webinar – Skin: Taking Care of Your Body’s Biggest Organ
Summer is just around the corner! If you haven’t already, soon you’ll be heading outdoors to take advantage of the long, warm days. Certainly, preventing and preparing for the hidden dangers of summer are high priorities this time of year. Continue reading
Jun06
Skip the salt, not the flavor
According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, most Americans should consume less sodium. Most of the sodium we consume is in the form of salt, and the vast majority of sodium we consume is in processed and restaurant foods. Your body needs a small amount of sodium to work properly, but too much sodium is bad for your health. Continue reading
May30
Festive healthy mocktails for an alcohol-free treat
There are many reasons for not drinking alcoholic beverages: you are underage; you will be driving afterward; you suffer from a chronic condition; or you simply don’t care for the taste of alcohol. Continue reading
May24
Action Today. Healthier Tomorrow. What you need to know about substance abuse prevention and mental health
May 13–19 marks 2018 National Prevention Week, a nationwide observance sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Continue reading
May15
Leave smoking to the grill
As summer approaches, it’s time to fire up the bar-b-que and slather on the sunscreen. It’s also time to discover the benefits that come with quitting tobacco and enjoying life tobacco free. The Quit For Life® program can help you overcome your nicotine addiction for any type of tobacco use. Continue reading
May14
Fresh Focus Challenge – mindfulness matters
We all experience tough days. At times, there is too much to do, too little time and too many conflicts that need hard-to-find solutions. So, how does one maintain a sense of calm? Continue reading
May07
Learn about bone disease (osteoporosis) and early detection
One in three women and one in five men over the age of 50 will be affected by osteoporosis, which is a disease that weakens the bones, making them more fragile and susceptible to fractures. Continue reading
May04
Safely dispose of unneeded or expired Rx drugs this Saturday, April 28
Do you have plastic bottles in your home that contain prescription medications you no longer need? Please don’t’ toss them in the garbage or flush them down the toilet; these pills can be harmful if taken by someone for whom they weren’t prescribed, and many are also harmful to the environment. But, there is a safe way to dispose of them. Continue reading
Apr25
Mental health hospitalization: The importance of follow-up care
More than one in five people in the United States experience some form of mental illness, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. It is more common than we think, and caring for yourself at the time of a mental health crisis is a sign of strength and empowerment.
Apr24
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