By Dr. Stephen Sinatra, cardiologist, Healthy Directions If the COVID-19 pandemic has made you stressed, you’re not alone. There’s no shortage of things to worry about—from the fear of catching the virus to activities and milestones missed, not to mention the economic toll it’s taken on us individually and collectively. All you have to do is turn on […]
Vaping is a method of taking CBD that became popular in the last years, and there are many reasons for this. The leading one is the effectiveness of this compound and its health benefits. Then, there is the ease of use, convenience, and swift action of CBD after inhaling. The safety of cannabidiol use is […]
Better Body Foods’ Organic PBfit is everything you love about peanut butter, made better. Whole-roasted organic peanuts, pressed to perfection, means Organic PBfit contains 87% less fat than traditional peanut butter, and about 1/3 the calories. In contrast to regular peanut butter, Organic PBfit is only 70 kcal compared to 188 kcal and only has […]
Education has long been linked to health — the more schooling people have, the healthier they are likely to be. But a new study from Rice University sociologists found that the health benefits of a good education are less evident among well-educated bisexual adults. “Education and health: The joint role of gender and sexual identity” […]
Proactive Steps Linked To Reduced Medical Costs, Hospital Visits for Children With Asthma A new study looking at data from tens of thousands of children with asthma finds that several widely available interventions are associated with both reduced medical costs and a reduced likelihood that the children will need to visit an emergency room or […]
Venice Family Clinic will celebrate its 50th anniversary Oct. 11 with Health, Justice, Action: The Kickoff Party, which will feature some of the entertainment industry’s biggest stars. The nonprofit community health center will host performances by Blake Shelton and Jennifer Hudson. Jason Alexander, Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg, Jon Huertas, Anjelica Huston, Mandy Moore, Ray Romano, Chris […]
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and there are many ways to support the cause this month. This annual campaign is held to both spread awareness and raise money for the cause. The website for the National Breast Cancer Foundation provides many resources to help with this cause. Although things are challenging for everyone […]
Fortnite Parties in Los Angeles Becomes the Latest Trend During COVID-19 While COVID-19 might have changed the way we host parties and special events, it’s also given way to unique business opportunities. One of the hottest party trends during COVID-19 has been the Fortnite parties, which are held outdoors in places such as a local […]
Could adaptogenic supplements and herbs help improve athletic performance? Well, every athlete is looking for an edge, and it should be something that will make them better than their competitor – legally, of course. At the very least, it should help them improve endurance, focus, strength, oxygen utilization, mood elevation, and recovery from long workouts […]
Lockdowns, isolation, and working from home have caused elevated levels of stress for many people: 45% of Americans say they experience anxiety because of the pandemic, according to a UN report. But there are ways to alleviate the stress. Research shows that spending time in nature lowers stress levels – one of the many benefits of […]
