5 Tips for Reading Nutrition Labels
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist at Riverview Health Rehab & Fitness Nutrition labels provide a wealth of information about the contents of packaged foods and drinks. However, this information can seem a bit overwhelming if you don’t know what to look for or how to interpret it. Nutrition labels are required on packaged foods by […]
Get Your Workout Started with the Fit for Life Program
Whether you’re just beginning to exercise, looking for a kick-start or need accountability to keep you on-track, the Fit for Life program at Riverview Health Rehab & Fitness is designed to lead you down the path of success. This eight-week program gives you the opportunity to develop effective, healthy, lifelong habits that improve your fitness […]
6 Tips to Get the Most Out of Strength Training
By Ryan Lawson, exercise specialist at Riverview Health Rehab & Fitness Strength training is a unique way to mold your body into better shape, but if you’re not seeing the results you want from your strength-training program, we’re here to help. The key to a successful strength-training program lies in varying your exercises, number of […]
Prostate Cancer Screenings Can Save Your Life
By Odell Smith, MD Prostate cancer screenings may be an uncomfortable topic for many men, but it’s a conversation that should happen more often—especially with your family doctor. Why? Because early detection can save lives. Even though prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute […]
Healthy Recipes to Spice Up Your Dinners
By Kristin Lamb, CHWC Changing your eating habits to include healthier foods can be hard. And it’s even more challenging to find healthy meals that actually taste good. But we’re here to help! Below are recipes for two great dishes you can throw into your dinner rotation. Maple Chicken Sandwich with Roasted Peaches and Goat […]
5 Ways to Control Your Cholesterol with Food
By Katie Boscia, RD, IBCLC There are several aspects of your diet that can be changed to lower or control your cholesterol. Many of these changes also help with weight loss, blood pressure and blood sugar control, as well as overall heart health. Eating healthier and exercising will help tremendously in improving your overall wellbeing. […]
Battling Childhood Obesity
By Joy Kain, MD Over the past two decades, childhood obesity has skyrocketed—nearly doubling in children and tripling in adolescents. Child specialists now fear the current generation of children might live shorter lifespans than their parents due to the long-term effects of this growing problem. Obesity can lead to chronic disease in adults and adolescents, […]
Healthy Sleep Guide for Kids
By Megan Landwerlen, MD “How much sleep does my child need?” It’s no surprise this important question is one of the most common ones brought up at pediatric office visits. With the fast-paced world we live in today and sleep becoming something we tend to give up as adults, it’s crucial for parents to set […]
5 Tips for Healthy Aging
By Meredith Taylor, MD If you take a good, long look in a mirror, you’re bound to notice the formation of fine lines on your face or grey in your hair. Aging isn’t often something we think about until our birthdays roll around. In fact, many people try not to think about getting old. But […]
Healthy Lunch Ideas for Adults
By Carol Gelatt, RN, BSN Eating healthier is a common goal for many families. Taking the proper steps to achieve that goal may include how you plan for lunch because what you eat at lunch may influence your energy level throughout the rest of your day. Use the acronym LUNCH to help you choose healthy […]