Wellness

Fifty percent of people who begin an exercise program drop out within 6 months. Even dedicated exercisers have to overcome obstacles that could prevent them from staying with a

Your blood pressure (BP) may be too high and you might not even know it. It’s estimated that one-third of the 50 million Americans who have high blood pressure

When to get help Although most minor injuries can be handled at home…you should seek prompt medical care if: You can’t stop the bleeding. The first thing to do

So you’re ready to exercise… A traditional exercise prescription focuses on frequency, intensity, time, and type of exercise. Frequency: 3-5 times weekly. As a start, 3 times a week

Exercise? But I’m happy the way I am. I feel pretty good already. I have good genes. I don’t know where to start. I don’t have time. I don’t

The recent settlement of a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) case against a manufacturer of tanning products will help protect consumers. The settlement specifies that certain health claims for tanning

Try this pop quiz: Is SPF 45 sunscreen three times stronger than SPF 15 sunscreen? Does it last three times longer? Do sunscreens provide better UVA protection than UVB

Despite new questions about the ability of sunscreens to prevent melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, people should use them on a regular basis, according to The Skin

Whether you spend five minutes or five hours using your mouse or trackball, these suggestions can help you stay comfortable and productive. Recent research suggests that long periods of

Golf has many rewards. While not as strenuous as many sports, playing 18 holes covers about 5 miles and burns about 500 calories (add another 100 calories if you