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Health Tip – Mar. 8 – Big Bellies Bad for Bones

Men’s big pot bellies are a known risk factor for heart disease, but a new study suggests that this extra tissue is also bad...

Health Tip – Jan. 30 – Is It Asthma? Or Are...

Obesity is considered a risk factor for asthma, but a new study suggests that wheezing and shortness of breath may be nothing more than...

Health Tip – July 18 – Lose a Few Pounds to...

Women: if you’re overweight or obese, shedding just 10 percent of your weight might reduce your overall cancer risk. The goal is to lower...

Health Tip – Dec. 1 – Sitting and Cancer

Even if you exercise a little every day, spending the rest of your time sitting may sabotage the positive effects of your morning run...

Health Tip – Nov. 17- Pre-Hypertension Boosts Stroke Risk

We’ve long known that high blood pressure is a primary risk factor for stroke, but new research suggests that blood pressure on the high...

Health Tip – Sept. 23 – Corn Syrup vs. Sugar

You’ve likely seen the advertisements promoting the idea that corn syrup is the same as sugar. There is a difference - high fructose corn...