Summer is here, and most people welcome its arrival. It’s time to spend more time outdoors. But, summer presents some unique challenges with regard to health. Here are five ways to stay healthy all summer long.
Sometimes the flu hits hard. But, even if you’re in an area with lots of influenza cases, there are things you can do to lower your risk. Here are six to be aware of.
Are you getting enough vitamin D? Before you can answer that question you need to know how much you actually need. Read on and discover how to optimize your vitamin D level.
Vitamin D – you need it for healthy bones, for strong muscles, and a healthy immune system but a significant number of people have a vitamin d deficiency. How about you? Here are 5 factors that can reduce your vitamin D level.
One of the signs of vitamin D deficiency is muscle weakness. Restoring normal levels of vitamin D can improve muscle strength and function in people who are deficient, but what about normal people? Can vitamin D make you stronger if you’re not already deficient? Find out what research shows.
Vitamin D – you might think you get enough of – but DO you? Low vitamin D levels are surprisingly common in the general population and some people are at higher risk. Here are six signs you might be at higher risk for vitamin D deficiency.
Winter brings with it cold temperatures, colds and flu viruses. For some people, it brings on a case of the winter blues. It doesn’t have to be that way. Here are 5 things you can do when the temperatures drop to stay healthy and energized all winter long.
You need calcium and vitamin D in your diet for bone health. Some people take calcium and vitamin D supplements to make sure they’re getting enough – but is this a good idea? A new study calls this into question, especially in older women. Find out why dietary calcium sources are best and why it’s important to check a vitamin D level.
There’s growing evidence that vitamin D is important for weight control – and for your overall health. You may have a low vitamin D level and not know it
Vitamin D has many important roles in the body, but can it affect your strength and exercise performance? Find out what research shows about vitamin D and exercise and whether you need more vitamin D if you work out.
Find out if you fall into one of the seven groups of people who are at high risk for vitamin D deficiency and what you can do about it.
