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  Coffee lovers rejoice! A recent article published for World Diabetes Day, which was November 14, gives coffee drinkers a good reason to brew another pot.    According to the report from the Institute for Scientific Information on Coffee (ISIC),…

Once a year the Thanksgiving holiday is time spent with family and eating a large meal. After stuffing yourself much like a turkey at the center of this holiday, you notice yourself feeling extra sleepy. Most people have heard at…

In America today, a silent killer is lurking – and, for many, has already begun to wreak its havoc. What is this medical menace, we may ask? The answer is obesity. According to the CDC, approximately one-third of Americans is…

    Super foods such as wheatgrass, acai berries, and quinoa are all the hype from magazine articles, to social media, to health food stores as well. Chances are these foods are generally good for you, but the question is…

The treatment of choice for obstructive sleep apnea in continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). The majority of people who use CPAP find immediate symptom relief and are delighted with their increased energy and mental sharpness during the day. Many patients…

  Summer is winding down and most children will be back in school in less than a week. Several studies have indicated children who eat balanced and healthy lunches and breakfasts are more attentive throughout the day and receive higher…

  Insomnia is the most common sleep complaint and affects as many as 30% of adults. The causes, symptoms, and severity vary from person to person.   Symptoms include difficulty falling asleep, difficulty staying asleep throughout the night, waking up…

Here in the South, July and August are two of the most sweltering months and it is important to take care of our bodies during times of extreme heat. One of the most common summertime dangers is dehydration. It is…

Drowsiness &  Driving. Learn about the dangers of drowsy driving and the importance of good sleep habits. Falling asleep at the wheel is clearly dangerous, but being sleepy affects the ability to drive safely. Drowsiness makes drivers less attentive, slows…

According to the US Department of Agriculture, eating fruits and vegetables is great for your health. An essential part of eating fruits and vegetables is making sure they are fresh and one of the best ways to assure this is…