Everything you need to know about losing weight and keeping it off
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on January 23, 2021 - 6:00am
This story provided by Ohio Northern University HealthWise Pharmacy.
When trying to lose weight, how much should you lose and how fast should you do it?
It's natural to want to lose weight fast, but evidence shows that losing weight slowly (about one to two pounds per week) is the trick to keeping the weight off. How much weight you should lose in total is going to depend on your unique situation. That's why it's important to speak with your health care provider before starting a weight-loss plan.
Practice these tips to stay safe while working outside in cold weather
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on January 20, 2021 - 6:00am
This story provided by Ohio Northern University HealthWise Pharmacy.
It's wintertime again — when temperatures take a dive. But don't let your health take a dive, too.
Frigid temperatures can be dangerous without the proper precautions. The colder it gets outside, the more energy your body needs to remain warm. And if your occupation requires you to work outdoors, you may face a greater risk for certain cold-related problems, such as hypothermia (low body temperature) and frostbite (freezing of the skin).
Winter weather can cause dry skin, but you can take steps to prevent it
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on January 16, 2021 - 6:00am
This story provided by Ohio Northern University HealthWise Pharmacy.
As you start to be able to see your breath in the outside air, you may also start to see some dryness and cracking on your skin. Here's what you can do about wintertime skin dryness.
Skin dryness is a common ailment in the colder months, causing uncomfortable redness and itching. But what causes this issue and how can you prevent it?
Read on for more information about "the winter itch."
Research continues to maximize the doses available in the U.S.
Posted by Fred Steiner on January 14, 2021 - 3:11pm
By Karen L. Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team
It has been over a month since the COVID-19 vaccines have received FDA emergency use authorization (EUA).
What have we learned about the vaccines as the number of COVID-19 cases in the United States are increasing?
Many health care workers and long-term care residents have been receiving the vaccine with some completing the 2-part vaccine series. A government working group designed the plan to distribute the vaccine.
Four ways to make your New Year's resolutions stick
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on January 13, 2021 - 6:00am
This story provided by Ohio Northern University HealthWise Pharmacy.
It's that time of year again — time to make resolutions with all those good intentions behind them. But how can you make sure they stick this year?
New Year's resolutions can be tricky. Around 80 percent of people fail to keep their New Year’s resolutions, clinical psychologist Joseph Luciani told the New York Post.
And most people don't keep their resolutions for very long, either. Research has shown that Jan. 12 is the day New Year's resolutions tend to falter.
Active Aging with Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio
Posted by Fred Steiner on January 7, 2021 - 9:54am
This column is provided by Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio, the area’s trusted senior care provider. For more information visit mhcoliving.org or call 419-358-1015.
A woman, I'll call Debra, attended one of the classes that I teach. She asked, "how can I stay socially connected and motivated during this isolation period? My health is vulnerable and I need to be very careful."
How many of you wonder the same? It's very hard to stay motivated and engaged in a world you're not allowed to connect with, especially if your health is compromised.
