February 2015 - Better Health For Women

Colon Cancer Rates Increasing in Young and Middle Aged Adults under 50

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Better Health For Women

Colon cancer rates have been decreasing over the last several decades. However recent research suggests that over the last 20 years the disease has been increasing among young and early middle-aged American adults. Of concern are colon cancer rates among men and women between the ages of 20 and 49, a group that generally isn’t […] Read More

Beat the Winter Blues with Healthy Motivation

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Better Health For Women

Let’s face it – the winter months are hard for everyone when it comes to maintaining fitness. The days are shorter, the weather is freezing and most of all, the motivation to be fit is GONE! I have personally been struggling with this, eating larger amounts of unhealthy foods, exercising less and feeling sluggish in […] Read More

Warming up to Winter

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Better Health For Women

Instead of hibernating, this year I have vowed to get out and enjoy the season. The truth is, I am simply better when I’m out and active. Enter one small slight issue – I hate being cold. Up north we’ve slipped into a deep freeze but my plans will not be thwarted. My secret weapon? […] Read More