Augusta University HealthHave you thought about how fast you eat? For many, slowing down can aid digestion, increase your enjoyment of a meal and even help you eat less. It takes about 20 minutes for your...
Drinking coffee or tea may help reduce the risk of chronic liver disease in certain people. Those who may benefit from the caffeinated beverages include people who are overweight...
If you’re not quitting smoking because you think the damage is done, put down that cigarette. The truth is, much of the damage from smoking can be reversed — and in as little as...
Yes, you can still go out, enjoy great food but not feel weighed down afterward. How? When ordering, look for these key words: steamed, poached, boiled, baked, broiled and grilled...
Getting sick is never part of anyone’s summer vacation plans. Here’s how to guard against common health problems when traveling. Jet lag Problem: Jet setting across two or more...
It’s a subject few people wish to talk about — even with their doctors. Yet, at some point in our lives, most of us have had constipation. What causes constipation? If you...
Want to be healthier? Each of these tips requires only a minute or so of your time. Wash your hands. Scrub with soap and water for 20 seconds, or about as long as it takes to sing...
Studies show that people who have the support of a fitness partner exercise more. A natural choice? Your spouse! “Getting fit and healthy with your loved one means you can...
Probiotics — you may have seen this word on your yogurt or smoothie labels. These “good bacteria” have gained popularity in recent years, but do you really know what...
What you don’t know about the flu can be enough to make you sick — literally! See whether you’ve got the know-how to fight influenza by taking this true-or-false quiz...