What is GERD? GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease. This condition is very common with 20% of the US population being affected. Chances for developing GERD increases in people who are older than 40, overweight/obese, pregnant, smokers, or taking certain …
Read PostThis week is National Public Health Week. Here at Live Your Life, we stive for optimal health by transforming lifestyles. Here are five things you can do TODAY to increase health and longevity in your life: Watch your sugar intake. …
Read PostHeart disease is a leading cause of death and disability. This should not be a surprise – it has been at the top of the list for years. You know that taking care of your heart is important. That means …
Read PostDevoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yourself time to move more, preparing healthier meals, …
Read PostDid you know that people who eat breakfast tend to be healthier than people who skip their morning meals? According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, people who skip the most important meal of the day are more …
Read PostBy: National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute When stress hits hard like it has during the pandemic, many of us eat more, and less-than-healthy comfort foods may be the treats we reach for first. But an unhealthy response to stress …
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