6 Tips for a Healthy Vacation

Summer is here, and many folks are preparing for their annual family summer vacation. Whether it’s a trip to the mountains or the beach, a trek across the country to visit family, or a relaxing week at the lake, there is much to consider when making vacation arrangements. One aspect I would like to explore […]

Osteoporosis has become a prevalent health concern. Osteoporosis and low bone mass are currently estimated to be a significant public health threat for almost 44 million U.S. women and men aged 50 and older. It is linked to 1.5 million bone fractures annually, with the most common fractures being those of the hip, spine, and […]

Figs, which are a relative of the mulberry (Moraceae), are among the sweetest fruits and provide a wide array of nutritional and health benefits for the body. According to the California Fig Advisory Board, although considered a fruit, the fig is actually an inverted flower, and the seeds are the fruit. There are four distinct […]