With Friday being World Health Day, ABC 15 joins Dr. Anthony Nelson to talk about some healthy lifestyle tips that you can turn into healthy habits. Anthony starts out by explaining why you should get a gym close to your work. It makes it much easier and convenient to get there as well as motivating yourself to show up. Something else you can try is finding a way to implement physical activity into your everyday schedule. Drinking plenty of cold water can help suppress the desire that follows a sweet tooth, plus staying hydrated in the desert is very important. If you do not get enough sleep, this can affect your appetite, mood, and daily routines. It is very important that you get on average 8 hours of sleep every night. [Read more…]
Dr. Johnston On AZTV: The Top 5 Habits Of Healthy People
In celebration of World Health Day, AZTV asked Dr. Janice Johnston to appear on set and discuss the Top 5 Habits of Healthy People. Dr. Johnston, who has been practicing family medicine for over 20 years, certainly knows a thing or two about being healthy. Here they discuss healthy habits such as a food prep, regular daily exercise, and more! [Read more…]
Common and Uncommon Household Allergies
If you’re familiar with springtime in Arizona, then you are more than familiar with the household allergies that accompany it. Signs of allergies occur when the immune system is reacting to a foreign substance, most commonly pollen, mold, animal dander, and dust mites. Unfortunately, these are all things that you can be exposed to inside or around your home. In addition, there are dozens of other odd and unique things you would never imagine would spark your allergies. If you’ve noticed an increase in sniffles and sneezes at home lately, consider these common and uncommon household allergies that may be affecting you. [Read more…]
All About Hives! Including How to Treat Hives
There is a pretty decent chance that you or someone you know has suffered from hives at some point in your life. And while hives are not usually all that serious, you know that coming down with the hives causes all sorts of inconveniences and a general sense of being miserable. In doctor speak, hives are known as urticaria. The condition is marked by itchy, red welts on the skin. Here we have broken down everything you need to know about hives, how to treat hives, and what causes them, how to treat hives and when a case of the hives may warrant medical attention. [Read more…]
From Sofa to Sidewalk – Taking That First Step to Running
Ever watch marathon runners cross the finish line, secretly wishing to be part of that adrenaline-packed crowd? Whether your goal is to raise your fitness level, reduce stress, lose weight, improve cardio health or complete, it’s never too late to trade in your couch-spud status for a runner’s high – regardless of age or fitness level. We at Arrowhead Health Centers know what kind of struggle it is to staying to active. Let us get you started on that first step to running. [Read more…]
7 Tips for Keeping Kids Active, Fit, and Healthy
Tips for Keeping Kids Active
Keeping kids active can be a real challenge, especially when the heat in Arizona climbs into the 90F°+ territory and electronics offer ready entertainment inside our air conditioned homes. But exercise for children is critical for the health and well-being, both in the short term and in the years to come.
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Not all Healthy Vegetables are Created Equally
Did you know March is National Nutrition Month? In honor, we have taken the liberty of breaking down which vegetables are the healthiest and some not so healthy vegetables. [Read more…]
Preparing for Your Annual Physical
With each new year comes a trip to your family physician for an annual physical. These physicals are crucial to monitoring your health no matter what age you or a family member are. Another benefit of making this yearly commitment is to ensure that you always have updated medical records for future events. The exams performed vary from doctor to doctor, but you can be sure that an annual wellness exam will provide you valuable information about your well-being, age-related conditions, and future advice for living a healthy lifestyle. Here is what goes into a physical exam and what issues they can detect. [Read more…]
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