Most of us are now aware that women can and do have heart attacks. The Food and Drug Administration puts it very bluntly: "More women die from heart disease than from anything else. Any woman can get
Health Crossroads for Men
by Lori Sciame April 19th, 2024
Men experience key times in their lives when their health may be compromised due to changes in behavior, changes in the environment, or even changes within their own bodies. These health crossroads can either be approached with a sense of confidence and control or with fear and ignorance. Curious? Read on to find out more about times when a man should make his health even more of a priority.
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Repairing a Relationship
by Lori Sciame April 12th, 2024
Some relationships must end. For instance, in cases of physical and mental abuse, contact should be cut off in order for healing to begin. In other cases, where the hurts don't run quite so deep, a relationship can many times be salvaged. And in some cases, it may again flourish. This applies to relationships between friends, siblings, parents and children, and even spouses. If a relationship should be fought for,
Alcohol Strains Relationships
by Lori Sciame April 5th, 2024Read More
Living in a state known for its high rates of drinking, I fully understand the negative ramifications of alcohol use on relationships. In Wisconsin (the state where I reside), alcohol is included in almost every social gathering, from family holidays to backyard barbecues. In fact, Wisconsin has more bars/taverns than grocery stores. Because of this, adults
Peanut Butter Substitutes
by Louise March 29th, 2024Read More
I love peanut butter. I probably consume one or two servings of peanut butter on a daily basis (usually on my sandwich at lunchtime, but sometimes with some chopped up apples, in my oatmeal, or with a banana). Unfortunately, about 3 million Americans have a peanut allergy. Often times, this only causes a change in diet
Older Men: Nutrition Basics
by Lori Sciame March 22nd, 2024Read More
Older men take notice. You need to be aware of whether your diet consists of the right kinds of foods. Thinking about nutrition goes way beyond eating an iceberg lettuce salad twice a week. One must understand that it takes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, proteins, and healthy fats to build a nutritious diet. Plus, once a man
