Articles by: Stepy

Rate of diabetes in U.S. may be leveling off

Rate of diabetes in U.S. may be leveling off

Following a doubling of the incidence and prevalence of diabetes in the United States from 1990-2008, new research is showing a plateauing of the rate between 2008-2012 for adults. Rate of diabetes in U.S. may be leveling off However, the rate continues to increase in Hispanic and non-Hispanic black adults. […]

by October 8, 2014
Second lunar eclipse of the year will be a blood moon

Second lunar eclipse of the year will be a blood moon

A full blood moon is coming on October 8. This total lunar eclipse will be the second, and the final blood moon of the year. The full eclipse will start at 6:25 a.m. EDT and last until 7:24 a.m., according to NASA. Full lunar eclipses were nicknamed “blood moons” because […]

by October 7, 2014
Second lunar eclipse of the year will be a blood moon

Second lunar eclipse of the year will be a blood moon

A full blood moon is coming on October 8. This total lunar

by October 7, 2014
An apple a day will keep obesity away

An apple a day will keep obesity away

We can never say enough about the importance of eating organic foods.

by October 6, 2014
An apple a day will keep obesity away

An apple a day will keep obesity away

We can never say enough about the importance of eating organic foods. Fresh organic foods are packed with antioxidants and unique nutrients that boost the immune system. For decades, apples have been the snack of choice for so many people, young and old. It has a sweet, zesty flavor, and […]

by October 6, 2014
Patient being tested for Ebola at Howard University Hospital in D.C.

Patient being tested for Ebola at Howard University Hospital in D.C.

One important aspect of healthy living is being educated on outbreaks and epidemics and knowing what steps to take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. NBC4 Washington reports that a patient with Ebola-like symptoms is now being treated at Howard University in Washington D.C. A hospital representative confirmed […]

by October 5, 2014
CDC confirms first Ebola case diagnosed in the U.S.

CDC confirms first Ebola case diagnosed in the U.S.

One important aspect of healthy living is being educated on outbreaks and epidemics and knowing what steps to take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed through lab tests, the first case of Ebola to be diagnosed in the United […]

by October 4, 2014
Physical activity linked to better academic performance in boys

Physical activity linked to better academic performance in boys

With all the advancements in technology and the busy lifestyle that we all have, exercise is becoming an afterthought with adults and kids. According to the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition, “Only one in three children are physically active every day.” This combined with poor American dietary practices […]

by October 2, 2014