Stories for a healthier life
In today's fast-paced world, stress has seamlessly integrated itself into our lives. Balancing demanding work schedules with personal responsibilities often…
Years of spending leisure time among the thousands of lakes in Minnesota sent Al Carlson, KLN Family Brand’s recently-retired chief talent officer, on a…
Many jobs take a hard, physical toll on the body. When compared to the hazardous exposures and physical demands of occupations like construction, agriculture…
The next time you turn your head, bend your back or wave your fingers, be sure to thank your joints for enabling you to complete the action. Joints are the…
As we age, our eyesight inevitably changes, and so we must focus on new ways to maintain it. Older people with diabetes need to take special care of their…
Through a unique combination of timing and circumstances, a significant portion of the workforce is measuring how their jobs are contributing to their sense of…
One doesn’t need to be a botanist or even consider themselves a green thumb to grow flavorful, useful herbs in their home. “The key is really just good…
Mention boxing and thoughts of Muhammad Ali toying with his opponents or Mike Tyson pummeling his may come to mind. Yes, the combat sport in which two people…
Look around the table at your next family dinner. Odds are at least one — most likely more — of the people you are sharing the meal with has experienced mental…
Ringing ears can be the remnants of a good time for concert-goers or, in less-entertaining situations, signs an individual is recovering from the flu. The…
Meditating may be the simplest and most popular tool for the body to relieve stress and anxiety. It is a practice dating back to at least the 12th century and…
Not all physical activity needs to be difficult. Something as simple as taking a daily stroll around the block or frequently hopping on the treadmill can…
Living with a migraine headache? You are not alone. More than 39 million people in the United States are affected by migraines. The severe, often debilitating…
Skin disorders and diseases can vary in symptoms and severity. Some may be temporary and painless, while others are permanent, painful and may indicate a more…
Now that the snow has melted and the sun is making frequent appearances, the outdoors have become much more appealing than they were in recent months. Filled…
Summer is the season of good times outdoors, and whether those come at pool parties, golf outings or while walking in the woods, taking precautions and…
Healthy habits can help keep your heart and blood vessels in good shape for the long haul, and that becomes increasingly important as you age. If you already…
As we get older, our vision changes. From mild blurriness and problems reading and driving at night to cataracts, we see this deterioration in our vision…
It’s natural and unavoidable to feel stressed at times. This might include worry, anxiety and grief. In August 2022, more than 32% of adults in the United…
Caring for plants yields more than beautiful flowers and tasty produce. As they plan, dig, prune and harvest, gardeners are cultivating better physical and…
Healthy relationships and connections with others play a key role in our overall health. Isolation and loneliness have been shown to negatively impact not just…
Physical activity is good for your physical health, but it also has “tremendous benefits for brain health and brain function.” That’s according to Dr. Kelly…
Laverne Hart, a World War II Navy veteran and retired insurance auditor from Chicago’s south suburbs, enjoys her almost daily card games and lunches at senior…
Bob tuite isn’t the only one in his house who had to alter his schedule when he retired. His dog, Max, had to make some changes, too. “I used to let him out…