by Brenda Watson | Nov 22, 2013 | Depression, Exercise, General
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 10 US adults report being depressed. The most common treatments for depression include medication and therapy, although exercise has also been found to be a helpful treatment. Taking this concept one step...
by Brenda Watson | Jan 25, 2013 | General
In general, I recommend that everyone take a multivitamin to be sure they are getting a balance of nutrients. Even the healthiest eaters can be lacking in certain nutrients so a multivitamin helps provide extra assurance. Multivitamins are the most commonly taken...
by Brenda Watson | Jul 6, 2012 | General
I recently blogged about the obesity rate—although it is still rising, the rise is slowing. Still, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimate that obesity rate will be 42 percent by the year 2030. That spells trouble. Another recent CDC report on cancer highlights...
by Brenda Watson | May 18, 2012 | General
Omega-3 fatty acids are known for their heart-health benefits. From the reduction of triglyceride levels, balance of inflammation, and prevention of coronary events in people with heart disease to the improvement of abnormal cholesterol, omega-3 fatty acids...
by Brenda Watson | Nov 4, 2011 | General
A particular parasite, called Cryptosporidium, is showing up in pools, lakes and fountains, causing a diarrheal disease known as cryptosporidiosis, or “crypto” for short. A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found 134 disease outbreaks...
