I am not a medical professional. I am sharing general information for healthy living.
For all medical questions, see your physician.
Blood pressure is defined as the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps blood. High blood pressure – also known as hypertension – is a disease in which blood flows through blood vessels (arteries) at a higher-than-normal pressure. (FDA)
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Winter with the days getting shorter and darker can be harder on our minds and bodies. Dark days can make it hard to get up and be excited for the day ahead. Today we’re going to take a look at a few ways to boost your body and mind through the cold season, so you’re ready to conquer even the darkest of days.
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Studies indicate that children from families that eat together are less likely to suffer from anxiety, have higher self-esteem, and are more likely to grow up into more confident adults. Although it might not be possible to have all meals together, sharing a meal a day or over the weekends can significantly strengthen the family bond.
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Many of us feel sluggish or sleepy in the afternoon. You have several hours of work to complete and you go to the vending machine for a snack and get your latest cup of coffee. We’re hoping the sugar and caffeine will give us more energy and make us more alert. Often a hard day at work leaves many of us weary and tired. If you feel you need more energy in your life, you’re not alone. I’ve been reviewing the information available, looking for natural ways to add energy.
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This summer has been incredibly hot world-wide. When I read of the weather-related illness and deaths, it greatly saddens me. The last week in July the world’s first named heat wave hit Seville, Spain. ‘Zoe’ pushed temperatures past 110 degrees Fahrenheit and earned the most severe tier in the city’s new heat wave ranking system. If you don’t know what to do to protect yourself in extreme heat, let’s talk.
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The sky is blue and the sun is hot. Yesterday the temperature here in central Florida was a high of 94 degrees F. It is hot baby. It looks gorgeous but the heat and humidity is exhausting to me. They are forecasting another scorching summer, and with a June this hot, I believe it.
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As cold weather arrives and our wardrobes change, we need to remember the effect of cold on our bodies. Snowflakes, winter sports…cold weather can be fun, but it takes a toll on your skin‚ though‚ especially your feet. When your feet feel cold, it means the skin’s blood supply to the top layers of the skin have been reduced to preserve heat. It’s not just your lips that get chapped. Also tights and chunky socks pushed into your shoes can torture your toes. Today let’s review a few precautions to care for your feet this coming season.
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No matter where you live emergencies and natural disasters can happen. Blizzards, flooding, high winds producing tornadoes and hurricanes. earthquakes, and wildfires are all examples of natural disasters. This spring we all learned that emergencies can include a pandemic. In today’s world, the emergency could also be a terrorist attack of some kind too. When you are given a few hours or even minutes to relocate, you can’t make detailed arrangements. You need to already have a plan and immediately proceed.
In any emergency, the number 1 rule is: Remember to follow the directions of local officials. Your local officials will be the best source of information before, during, and after the emergency situation. If the situation is a medical emergency such as the pandemic, I would strongly advise following your personal physician’s advice and the advice of medical authorities on the subject. They are the ones briefing the government officials.
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