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Are you a sweet or salty person? When the going gets tough, do you crave a chocolate chip or a potato chip? They both have their pleasures- and perils- for you. Both sugar and salt can lead to significant health problems if they’re not limited in your daily diet. In…

No doubt you know the benefits of eating a healthy diet by now. We’ve sung the praises of the Mediterranean diet on numerous occasions, as a way to help maintain your heart health, tamp down inflammation and even allow you to live a longer, healthier life. But what about your…

By Bonnie Hagen, Founder of Bright Energy Wellness   The turning of the seasons ushers in a wave of athletes of all ages to fields, pools, and courts across America. From swimming to bowling, softball to pickleball, and tennis to speed walking, participation in organized sports is on the rise….

Did you celebrate National Coffee Day yesterday (September 29th) and get your free cup of coffee from the many outlets participating in the celebration? If not, International Coffee Day is tomorrow (October 1st) and you can raise a cup of Joe in celebration. For a bit of perspective, consider this:…

With all the talk and attention on staying healthy these days, you may be tempted to ingest whatever you think can boost your vitamin and nutrient intake to the max. After all, if a small amount of vitamin C or calcium is good for you, isn’t more better? And isn’t…

Chances are if you’re an older adult, you’re either taking a Statin medication to lower your cholesterol or you’ve been advised to alter your diet to eliminate foods that may exacerbate the build-up of cholesterol in your bloodstream. It’s almost a right of passage as you enter your later years…