Gardening is a great way to get kids outside and away from the TV on those long summer days. Now plan how to get there. (Shawn Foucher | Spectrum Health Beat) It’s been a slow way out of winter this year, but I think we’ve officially done it. The slogan that comes to mind: “Spring…
Finding healthy ways to relieve stress is one of the most important things you can fit into your daily routine. (For Spectrum Health Beat) If you are feeling disheartened because you have been diagnosed with a chronic illness, there are many reasons to be hopeful. And there is even science to reinforce that hope. According…
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YouTube videos and other online resources can teach you the proper technique for your home workouts. (For Spectrum Health Beat) No gym membership? No exercise equipment at home? Bad weather? No problem. There are plenty of household items you can find to help you move, get fit, and stay healthy. “There are a lot of…
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Avoid anxiety by eating a nutritious diet, staying hydrated, reducing your caffeine intake, getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, and creating a regular relaxation practice. (For Spectrum Health Beat) Anxious? Do not worry. Nowadays, almost anyone can identify with each other. The good news? You can reduce your anxiety level by changing your habits and thinking…
If you are likely to encounter snowy parking lots or icy sidewalks, wear appropriate footwear. (For Spectrum Health Beat) Injuries from slips and falls can occur year round, but they are more common when snow and ice cover the landscape. Spectrum Health Urgent Orthopedic Care assistant doctor Brian lee has seen his share of patients…
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Cotton mesh bags are a zero waste solution to buying healthy food at the local farmer’s market. (For Spectrum Health Beat) It can certainly be humbling to realize that the average American family produces over 6,000 pounds of garbage each year. All that waste can do a lot of harm to the environment. What if…
When Christine Fredricks learned she had COVID-19, her heart sank. As a breast cancer survivor, she feared she was at higher risk of contracting serious illness from the virus. (Chris Clark | Spectrum Health Beat) Christine’s doctor suggested that she receive antibody therapy to boost her body’s ability to fight infections. (Chris Clark | Spectrum…
Kathy and Paul Harris have decided to live a little. After a traumatic year in 2018, when they lost Kathy’s sister to pancreatic cancer and Paul overcame serious health issues, they decided they weren’t going to take life for granted. “We decided life was short and started doing fun things,” said Kathy. “We have just…
