To start, here are some specific recommendations from a fitness expert (thank you April)! Many people feel crunched for time, but there is a way to fit effective exercise into your life. Here are 2 tips to fit exercise into a busy schedule, but also get an extremely effective workout: Circuit Train: Circuit training can help … Read more Exercise programs: what do they accomplish? Are they right for you? How much to do? How often?

We have all bought into the idea that we need to lower our cholesterol to stay healthy and prevent heart disease. But is it that simple? What is cholesterol and is current testing telling us enough about our heart health? Do the math: Cholesterol, or total cholesterol, is calculated based on its components, HDL, LDL … Read more Understanding your cholesterol numbers and having your cholesterol tested better!

Keep yourself and your family’s immune system strong through the winter Full disclosure: I am not a doctrinaire anti-vaccine guy (doctor). My daughter has received most of the common vaccines, although in a staggered, sometimes delayed, and a la carte way, and is as healthy as can be! Having said that, I certainly support my … Read more Natural Approaches to Cold and Flu