The U.S. government recently published a new set of dietary guidelines to reflect the most current findings in nutrition science. It’s 500 pages long and aimed at public health professionals,…
Susan RossmanMarch 21, 2016
Date of birth, phone numbers, Social Security numbers — keeping these numbers top of mind can save you a lot of time. But when it comes to your health, knowing…
Susan RossmanFebruary 11, 2016
Did you know that you’re probably consuming more than a recommended “serving size” when you eat? When the FDA created nutrition labels in 1993, serving sizes were based on food…
Lorrie ReynoldsFebruary 5, 2016
They say age is but a number. And we totally agree when it comes to your attitude toward life, your sense of adventure, and your excitement to try new things.…
Mel GreinerJanuary 20, 2016
Every New Year’s Eve, many of us resolve to finally clean up our diets or lose weight…but are back to our old ways by March. Maybe the best way to…
Rebecca FinkelDecember 23, 2015
Kale was cool, and quinoa quirky, but the biggest nutrition trend to reach supermarket shelves in recent history is gluten-free. Once just an ingredient in your morning cereal or favorite…
Mel GreinerNovember 25, 2015
Nowadays, people have a coach for every area of their lives. Financial planner, career mentor, personal trainer, life coach, etc. But what about your health? Sure, you visit your primary…
Richard Snyder, M.D.October 23, 2015
Sometimes, health statistics tell an encouraging story. For example, since 2002, more U.S. citizens have become former smokers than new ones.1 But recently, I came across some numbers that hit…
Sheila PerlickSeptember 24, 2015
Having access to medications when you need them is critical when it comes to managing your health. But here’s something that may surprise you: Nearly three out of four Americans…
IBX Insights TeamAugust 18, 2015
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