Sustaining Lifestyle Goals

Sustaining Lifestyle Goals

  If you are interested in making dietary changes remember that 60% of American adults have one or more diet-related chronic diseases. It is fairly common knowledge that a major aspect of good health is diet and exercise. Adhering to lifestyle change for the long-term can be challenging for many people. There are many ways […]

Let’s Make 2023 The Year of Kindness

Let’s Make 2023 The Year of Kindness

As this year closes and the next begins, most people think about new goals. However, a recent study found that about 64% (or two-thirds) of people abandon their New Year’s resolution within a month.  But one lasting practice is extending kindness to others on a daily basis. It takes such little effort. “The New Year […]

ULCERATIVE COLITIS – WHAT IS IT?

ULCERATIVE COLITIS – WHAT IS IT?

Ulcerative colitis is a condition in which the lining of the large intestine (colon) and rectum becomes inflamed. It is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Crohn disease is a related condition. CAUSES The cause is unknown. People with this condition sometimes have problems with their immune system. However, it is not clear if […]

Finding Gratitude in Simple Ways

Finding Gratitude in Simple Ways

In September we traveled across the United States. We left California on September 8th in our Class C motor home. We  reached Connecticut in 10 days. We haven’t been back there in many years. However many setbacks happened and we experienced the simple kindness of strangers along the way. Too many to mention here, but […]

What Causes GERD?

What Causes GERD?

We have entered the time of year when a lot of seasonal foods are readily available.  For those who have digestive problems, some of these foods can be very irritating. One digestive issue is known as GERD. Short for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. Common symptoms of GERD are heartburn, a painful, burning feeling in the middle […]

Another Senior Athlete at 92 Years of Age!

Another Senior Athlete at 92 Years of Age!

Sister Madonna Buder completed her first triathlon at the age of 52. The first Ironman event was at the age of 55. Her training began at the age of 48. Forty years later, the “Iron Nun” is still going strong! She is now 92! Buder holds the current world record for the oldest woman to […]