The movie theater industry played their cards right. It's basically an American tradition to eat snacks during movies. They can charge exorbitant amounts, and we'll still buy that tub of popcorn. Last week, I went to the theater and just about cleaned out a pack of sour gummy worms on my

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by Jessica B. April 18th, 2025Heart health and stress levels go hand in hand. Whether it is the increase in blood pressure you get when dealing with stressful situations day in and day out, or the junk food you are more prone to eat when struggling with stress and not finding time to eat, a stressful life increases your chances for having heart problems and cardiovascular issues. One tool in the battle

Do You Snore Loudly? Read This!
by Lori Sciame April 11th, 2025Men, if your significant other tells you that you snore so loudly that he or she can't sleep, then please read this post. You may have a life threatening condition called sleep apnea. This term may sound complicated, but it's really not. Sleep apnea is "...a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. You may have sleep apnea if you snore loudly and you feel tired even after a full night's sleep" (
Walk at Work for Fun and Health
by Lori Sciame April 4th, 2025
Now that the weather has turned warmer, and your pants probably feel tighter after the long months of winter, why not begin an exercise program at work? There's no easier way to do this than by organizing walks with your co-workers. I've used walking as my main form of exercise at work for almost 25 years. The benefits have been immense, the most important being
Soothing Drinks for Cold and Flu Season
by Jessica B. March 28th, 2025
This year has been a tough cold and flu season, and while I have my usual brigade of medications, hand gels, and other solutions, one of the things that gives me the most relief when I am sick with a bad cold or flu, is a soothing hot beverage. I've put together a list of some of
Four Reasons NOT to Exercise
by Lori Sciame March 21st, 2025
In most cases, I advocate for exercise. Moving your body keeps you healthy, and it boosts your spirits. So, why would I write an article about reasons not to exercise? Because there are actually valid reasons when it is best to skip a day, one week (or two) of exercise at certain times in your life.
Reason #1 -