National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month Chocolate, chips, and cookies… oh yum! With all the options for a tasty treat it’s no wonder we overindulge. Unfortunately, as good as these treats may taste, they are not good for your body. September is Nat
What, Exactly, Do Hormones Do? Well, a lot! Hormones are the body’s chemical messengers’, and they tell your body’s organs what to do and how to do it. The body’s hormones are made by the endocrine glands, which include pituitary gland, pin
Author: Live Well Northwest Florida Nutrition and Chronic Disease Our partnership for a healthy community focuses on three priority areas of health. One of which concentrates on health management, including self-care and chronic disease management. Did yo
Exercise Exercise. Exercise. Exercise. We know, you get it, it’s important. At every age you should be moving your body and getting the blood flowing, but did you know it may be even more important as you get older? Older adults have a lot to gai
Summer is here, that means poolside lounging, beach vacations, and day trips to the ocean. All things we love. However, it also means exposure to the sun. While the sun feels good and gives you that glow we all strive for in the summer months, it also has
Getting Started with Thyroid Health The thyroid gland is located at the base of the neck and only weighs about an ounce. It may be small, but the hormones it produces have a wide-ranging impact on your health, weight, and lifestyle! The thyroid helps m
Kick Start Your Metabolism Not all of us are fortunate enough to have a naturally fast metabolism, but do not fear; there are steps you can take to ensure it’s burning the maximum number of calories. Having the best information on diet and exercise is k
The New Year is here, and with that comes resolutions…lots and lots of resolutions. Among the estimated 45% of Americans who regularly make New Year’s Resolutions, only 8% are successful in achieving them. Many of those resolutions are to los
Your first thought when it comes to running is probably: ugh, I will tomorrow. However, running is one of the best type of cardio you can do for your entire body. Here are a few ways running can benefit you: Improves your health: Running raises