Healthyroads

01/11/2022

If you ever get an annoying eye twitch, it is usually fatigue or stress. But read this Cleveland Clinic article to learn if and when you might want to seek medical advice.

Common causes for repetitive spasms of your eyelid muscle

01/07/2022

You already know that exercise is good for your body. But did you know it can also boost your mood, improve your sleep, and help you deal with depression, anxiety, and more? https://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-living/the-mental-health-benefits-of-exercise.htm

From depression and anxiety to stress and ADHD, exercise is one of the most effective ways to improve your mental health. Learn how to get started.

12/31/2021

Quick! Write down 3 things that are going well in your life right now. It’s easy to dwell on problems from the past and fret about the future, but that can harm your health. Instead, focus on the people you love, your good health, special milestones, your skills, talents, and creativity. Tag someone who you're grateful for! What do they bring into your life?

12/31/2021

Do you want to learn to make more healthy meals at home? The more you know about cooking, the easier it may be to make tasty, healthy, homemade meals. Check out this link for healthy recipes and how-tos! https://www.nutrition.gov/topics/shopping-cooking-and-meal-planning/recipe-collection

12/23/2021

Vision problems are on the decline for American seniors, new study says: http://ow.ly/uAkb50E9ZGY

WEDNESDAY, March 17, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Serious vision problems among older Americans have declined sharply, and the improvement has been greatest among women, folks over 85 and seniors who are Black or Hispanic, a nationwide study shows."The implications of a reduction in vision impairment a...

12/22/2021

Myth or fact: Using your eyes too much will wear them out. Find out the answer in this Mayo Clinic article.

"Don't cross your eyes or they'll stay that way." Learn the facts about this and five other common eye health myths.

12/08/2021

The more information your health care providers know about you, the better. Learn how to play an integral role on your very own health care team in this helpful article: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/resources-you-drugs/be-active-member-your-health-care-team-article

12/07/2021

“Too little sleep — even for just one night — can leave you dealing with several unpleasant cognitive effects.” Try these 6 tips for a better night’s sleep.

How poor sleep harms you — and how to catch more ZZZs

11/13/2021

How taking care of your teeth can help take care of your brain and heart:

FRIDAY, March 19, 2021 (American Heart Association News) -- Dental cavities could significantly increase the risk of a life-threatening stroke from bleeding in the brain, according to new research.Past studies have shown a link between gum infection and stroke, but few studies have looked into what....

11/13/2021

Reach for beans & other plant proteins more frequently than animal proteins if you want to live longer, a study suggests. And who doesn’t want that? 😊 Click for the whole story:

THURSDAY, July 23, 2020 (HealthDay News) -- If you want to live longer, you should choose beans over beef for your protein, a new analysis suggests. "These findings have important public health implications as intake of plant protein can be increased relatively easily by replacing animal protein an....

11/11/2021

Dealing with brain fog? Check your medicine cabinet. Some drugs can affect memory and cognitive function. Learn more:

Older adults may assume bouts of forgetfulness or "brain fog" are a natural part of aging. But one possible explanation is that the problem is a side effect from common medications, in particular s...

11/11/2021

Hip replacement surgeries have improved dramatically, thanks to robotics, surgical techniques, and artificial hip devices. The New York Times shared some highlights:

Perhaps the most exciting aspect of modern hip replacement is the increasing use of robotic surgery.