A Healthier Life
Seasonal eating: What is it and why is it good for you?
Seasonal eating is nearly as old as farming itself. Before people learned how to preserve food properly, people ate the foods that they grew when it was harvested. With the introduction of supermarkets, suddenly all kinds of food could be imported and sold even when not in season. While having access to many kinds of fruits and vegetables all year round can be enticing, there are hidden benefits to eating foods that are in season.
Building a fitness program that’s right for you
For many, starting a new fitness program is often high on the list of resolutions at the start of each new year. We all know that exercise and physical activity are incredibly important to overall health, but it can be daunting to figure out where to start. Find out how to create your own workout routine with the steps below.
Tips for reducing joint pain as you age
AARP reports that an estimated 53.2 million (or 1 in 5) adults in the United States have arthritis, and the majority of them (about 88 percent) are aged 45 and older. “It’s a very large public health problem,” Elizabeth Fallon, lead author on the report in AARP said. “Arthritis is a leading cause of activity limitations and disabilities, and it can be costly to both individuals and the healthcare system.”
