Living Well Blog

November 17, 2020
Now that you’ve gotten to know your grocery store better, it’s time to put your new knowledge to the test. Before you shop, read through these eight tips to make your experience a little healthier.

Make a list and stick to it.

It may sound trite, but shopping with a grocery list is a good… See more
November 17, 2020
In 2003 a new weight loss fad began emerging—high protein diets. For a while, these high-protein, low-carb diets seemed like the Holy Grail of weight loss.Over time, many people found these diets difficult to sustain and associated with some health issues. The diets fell out of favor as a lifestyle… See more
November 17, 2020
Another company says its coronavirus vaccine is more than 90 percent effective. Moderna, which is most of the way through phase 3 testing on a vaccine to prevent COVID-19, says its mRNA vaccine has reached 95 percent efficacy in preventing coronavirus infections. The data is preliminary.
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November 14, 2020
Like exercise, nutrition is an important component of maintaining your brain health. Studies show that following the right diet and eating the right foods can help improve your cognitive function. While certain foods are commonly associated with a healthier brain, we know that a healthy… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
November 13, 2020
Chronic inflammation has been linked to chronic diseases, autoimmune disorders, musculoskeletal pain, mental health issues and gut biome-related problems. And while medications are often the treatment of choice in lowering inflammation, psychological and… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
November 13, 2020
When you’re stressed out, indulging in your favorite, high-fat comfort foods may hit the spot. But doing so may interfere with your ability to concentrate, according to a study published in See more
November 11, 2020
In what could be a major leap forward in vaccine development for COVID-19, both Pfizer and Moderna have announced  their vaccines are 95 percent effective in preventing the coronavirus. This efficacy is far and above the 50 percent required by the Food and Drug Administration for approval… See more
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
November 9, 2020
If you’re feeling like the virus will never end, you’re not alone. We’re now entering our ninth month since the pandemic officially began —nine months without normalcy.This consistent black cloud we’re under has consequences: a boom in mental health issues, social isolation and constant stress. Now… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
October 29, 2020
More than five million Americans live with Alzheimer’s dementia (AD). Nearly two-thirds are women. And scientists have spent years trying to figure out why. Turns out – women develop brain changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease earlier than… See more
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
October 28, 2020
It doesn’t look like COVID-19 is going away any time soon, which means it’s important to keep your immune system strong. This means getting good quality sleep, exercising regularly, managing stress and eating vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats. It also is a good… See more