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08/26/2020

If you're sad, pet a dog and you will be OK. If you're mad, pet a dog and you'll be OK. If you are happy, pet a dog and you will be happier. Always pet dogs.

08/11/2020

Tune Out Stress with a Song

Few things can stir emotions like music. Whether it’s a pumping beat, a catchy jingle, or a swelling chorus, music can have a significant influence on mental health.

Numerous studies have looked into music’s potential therapeutic benefits related to mood and stress. Take a look at what the science says about music’s influence on your brain. It will make you appreciate your favorite music in a whole new way.
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Discover how music is calming. And use music to relieve stress and positively impact your mood and daily activities, measured by the BPM—beats per minute.

11/26/2019

The Eyes Have It

11 Amazing Facts About Your Eyes

It’s important to take good care of our eyes. They’re the only ones we get. Here are some interesting facts about eyes that may amaze you!

1. Each eye is composed of more than two million working parts.
2. Eyes are the second most complex organ—after the brain.
3. The typical blink lasts for only about 1/10th of a second, and you blink about 12 times each minute.
4. Corneas are the only tissues that don’t have any blood flow.
5. Eye development starts two weeks after conception.
6. The muscles controlling the eyes are the most active muscles in the body.
7. Healthy vision requires the involvement of almost half the brain.
8. Eyelashes have a lifespan of about five months. The total length of all the eyelashes lost by a human in their life is about 30 meters, or 98 feet.
9. Newborns don’t typically produce tears. Although they make crying sounds, tears don’t start flowing until they are about four to 13 weeks old.
10. Worldwide, about 39 million people are blind, and roughly 250 million have some kind of vision impairment. About 80 percent of vision problems worldwide are avoidable.
11. Currently, it is not possible to transplant an eyeball. The optic nerve that connects the eye to the brain is too sensitive to reconstruct successfully.
Our favorite eye-related quote - “I opened two gifts this morning. They were my eyes.” – posted on the wall in an eye surgeon’s office.

More information on nutrients that support eye health:

https://askthescientists.com/qa/which-nutrients-best-support-healthy-vision/

10/21/2019

Being prepared for our doctor visit will help us get more information we need to be a better health advocate for ourselves.

08/26/2019

The Not-So-Surprising Health Benefits of Pets

Better heart health. Improved immunity. Enhanced mood and emotional stability. Better overall fitness. Sounds like the results of a great diet and exercise routine, doesn’t it? But we’re talking about the many benefits of pets. And, that’s just the beginning.

Did you know cat owners tend to have fewer strokes? Or that dog owners over the age of 65 perform better on cognitive and memory tests?

No matter what type of pet you have, bonding and caring for another living being can benefit your overall well-being. Read on to learn more about how pets can influence your physical, mental, and emotional health.
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The benefits of having a pet extend beyond daily doses of cuteness. Learn how pets can improve overall health.

06/21/2019

Today is the longest day of the year and marks the first day of summer. Enjoy being outdoors.

When is the Summer Solstice 2019? See when the first day of summer is—plus, solstice facts, folklore, and more from The Old Farmer's Almanac!

06/06/2019

"When it comes to brain protection, there is nothing quite like blueberries."
- Dr. James Joseph, Director - USDA Center for Aging

Continuing research shows that some of the health-changing benefits of blueberries include protecting against, and even reversing, some cognitive loss.

06/06/2019

Cataracts can negatively impact vision and eye health. Fortunately, Medicare Part B covers cataract surgery.

Medicare Part B helps cover cataract surgery even though Original Medicare does not provide vision coverage for routine eye care.

09/05/2018

Get Defensive with Your Diet

Adequate intakes of a variety of nutrients are needed to support a healthy immune system. But do you know what foods you should select to provide the healthiest level of immune support?

Put a new twist on your shopping list and get tips on filling your menu with immune-supporting foods that are delicious and nutritious.

The next time you are out shopping keep your immune system in mind. Fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats and proteins are full of immune boosting micro- and macronutrients.

08/09/2018

Is whole fruit and fruit juice nutritionally identical?

We all know the saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” and a study led by USANA scientist, Dr. Jessie Nicodemus Johnson, shows why it’s a good idea ... Read More

07/11/2018

Insurance agents are the best source of information and advice. Call me for your insurance needs.

The Trump administration has announced that it is slashing grants to nonprofit organizations that help people get health insurance under the Affordable Care Act.