Red wine in moderation may be good for your gut, according to a study published in the journal Gastroenterology. Researchers found that the intestines of red wine drinkers contain a [...]

Intensive treatment to lower systolic blood pressure below 120 may help delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, according to the National Institutes of Health. Systolic pressure is the top number [...]

Being a caregiver to a loved one can be physically and emotionally demanding. Without support, it’s easy to fall into a trap of depression and burnout.  Fortunately, there is help [...]

Throughout October, AdventHealth Waterman hosted and attended several activities and educational events to promote the importance of breast health and the early detection of breast cancer. Through events such as [...]

Chef Gary Appelsies, director of healthy eating for YMCA of Central Florida, contributed this article. With the holiday season upon us, temptation for unhealthy eating is everywhere, whether it’s at [...]

Xlear recently sent samples of products containing xylitol to members of the Healthy Living staff. Xylitol is a naturally occurring alcohol found in many fruits and vegetables. These products included [...]

Villages Rehab & Nursing Center received a 2019 Gold – Excellence in Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living. Those who receive this [...]

Clermont Tennis Academy is now offering lessons for residents of all ages and levels in two locations. Damon Ponzie, a certified tennis professional, heads up the program at Palatlakaha Park [...]

Children and adolescents ages 6-17 are urged to do 60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity every day. Most of the 60 minutes or more should be either moderate- or [...]

“Seek out that particular mental attribute which makes you feel most deeply and vitally alive, along with which comes the inner voice which says, ‘This is the real me,’ and [...]

The Wellness Center at Leesburg Regional Medical Center is celebrating 30 years of keeping staff and residents healthy. Conveniently located off U.S. Highway 441, the center has a team of [...]

with Vansant brothers At work and at play Cameron and Landon Vansant, of Leesburg, were inspired by their father, Kendall, a personal trainer and bodybuilder. “My interest (in fitness) began [...]

It may be November, but this is Florida, and if it’s hot and humid, mosquitos are a problem. Since we’ve had hurricanes and an increase in flooding, there are plenty [...]

Going to church regularly may bring contentment, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of studies released earlier this year. Actively religious people are more likely than less-religious people to [...]

The real sweetness of sweet potatoes is the health benefits. Story: Joy Stephenson-Laws Sweet potatoes, not to be confused with yams, have been cultivated for thousands of years. These root [...]