Most of us are no strangers to pain. While some injuries may have us rushing off to the emergency room or family doctor, other aches and pains can get ignored. This is true especially if the source of pain stems from an enjoyable activity or hobby like gardening or daily runs or walks in the […]

As a mom of three grown boys, Joette Calabrese can tell you that a well-stocked first kit is a life saver especially when faced with bumps and bruises, bug bites, sunburns, and other kinds of warm weather irritations. Calabrese, a homeopathy expert and author, recommends Arnica montana as a must have for every household that […]

The arrival of summer means it’s time to put your green thumb to work. Gardening not only allows you to get some much-needed exercise, it’s also a great way to unwind and enjoy the sheer beauty of nature. But there’s a lot of weeding, watering, trimming and mowing to be done and these chores can […]

Aches and pains when you are travelling can put a damper on even the best of vacations. Your arms and shoulders can feel sore from lugging heavy suitcases, while travelling in confined spaces can do a number on your back. And once you arrive at your destination, hours of sightseeing can take a toll on […]

Engaging in regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health. As little as 30 minutes a day of moderate activity can help lower your risk for heart disease, depression, high blood pressure, diabetes and even some types of cancer. Another benefit worth cheering is that by […]

For some of us, it’s been a long, hard winter. Bad weather may have kept you cooped up inside and off the walking trails. The short dark, days made it oh so much harder to get out of a warm bed to exercise in the morning. Now with the arrival of Spring, you are probably […]