Month: October 2024

Alternatives for safe, natural sleep

The article emphasizes the critical importance of sleep for overall health, highlighting the risks associated with chronic sleep deprivation and the dependency issues linked to common sleep medications, particularly benzodiazepines. It also discusses natural alternatives like melatonin, magnesium, and valerian as safer options for managing insomnia, reminding those seeking change to consult their medical providers to ensure they have no contraindications and to guide them through changes, if any, to prescription medications. (AI-generated excerpt.

Them Bones: Nutrients Support Bone Health

Osteoporosis weakens bones, increasing fracture risk, particularly in older women. A study showed that calcium, vitamin D, and collagen could improve bone density in postmenopausal women with osteopenia. Probiotics also enhance bone mineral density. Early calcium intake is crucial to prevent osteoporosis, especially in young adults. Vitamin K and D are essential for those with inflammatory bowel disease. (Excerpt AI-generated)

The less-shopping, more-savoring Thanksgiving dinner

This Thanksgiving guide features simple, nutritious recipes utilizing common pantry ingredients for a hassle-free holiday. Highlights include Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with a yogurt-pistachio topping, a Turkey Sausage Skillet with vegetables, and a flavorful Cranberry Almond Pilaf-Style Barley. These dishes blend convenience and flavor for festive meals. (Excerpt AI-generated)

Get Active This Fall

As summer ends and physical activity declines, wellness expert Sonia Jhas suggests embracing mini-workouts to maintain fitness. Small bouts of exercise, using minimal equipment, can be effective. Incorporating daily movements, outdoor activities, and engaging in family-friendly exercises can help sustain an active lifestyle during the cooler months. (Excerpt AI-generated)