Missouri Health

Don't read the following if you don't want easy, user-friendly strategies to lose weight and look fantastic. Implementing these tips may lead to reduced body fat and increased energy levels, as well as feelings of vitality and euphoria. More »

If you have congestive heart failure, following a few simple tips can help keep you healthy and active. More »

Whether you are trying to lose a few pounds or simply trying to maintain your weight this season, there are a few things that could work against you. More »

Physical exercise is good for our general physical health, but did you know that it is also good for our brain? Exercise increases blood circulation and the resulting oxygen and glucose that reach your brain, which improves cerebral blood vessel growth. More »

Eating a low-fat diet and making smart food choices can help decrease one of the major risk factors for heart attack -- high blood cholesterol. Follow these tips to lower your fat and cholesterol intake. More »

Teach your children to listen to their bodies. Pain is the body’s way of telling us that something is wrong and we need to fix it. Don’t let your young athlete play through a painful injury that could lead to permanent damage. More »

Head injury is the leading cause of death in bicycle crashes, as well as the leading cause of permanent disability. The single most effective way to reduce head injuries from bicycle crashes is by simply wearing a helmet. More »

Buying lunch at school may be the first time kids get to call the shots on which foods they will eat. Use school lunches as a chance to steer your child toward good choices. More »

Warm weather and longer daylight hours provide the perfect opportunity for your child to get more physical activity. While it may be difficult for your child to get excited about “exercise,” most kids like fun activities that make physical activity more appealing. More »

Working behind a desk offers a fairly low risk job, but there are a few “under the radar” risks that pose a threat to your long-term health. If gone unchecked, your everyday desk-job habits have the potential to affect long-term eye, back, wrist and overall body health. More »

Osteoporosis is every woman's concern because what you do now will affect to what extent you deal with this disease later. Women of all ages can take immediate action to prevent osteoporosis and teach their children and grandchildren about the importance of maintaining healthy bones. More »

By now, many people have forgotten about their New Year’s resolutions. Luckily, March is National Nutrition Month ... the perfect time to adopt healthy nutrition habits. More »

Getting kids to eat healthy foods can be a chore. By involving your children in planning meals, your family can easily adopt nutritious eating habits. More »

Overweight and obese individuals are at an increased risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes, which all can lead to heart disease. More »

When it comes to “heart health” scores, what is good for one person may not be good for another. Your heart score must be viewed as part of a larger picture. More »

The first ingredient to good health is eating a healthy, well-balanced diet. Vitamins and supplements should be used only to fill in nutritional gaps. More »

Set weight-loss goals that work for you, improve your health and help you accept yourself – inside and out. More »

Nutrient-dense foods high in fiber and water and low in fat and sugar help you feel full, improve your diet and aid in weight loss. More »

Many of us tend to underestimate the amount of food we eat and tend to overestimate the recommended portion sizes for many foods. More »