Preventing Childhood Obesity: A Guide for Southeast Texas Families
The World Health Organization (WHO) calls childhood obesity “one of the major public health challenges of the 21st century.” In the U.S., about 1 in 5 children is considered obese, …
Obesity
Understanding BMI and Its Relevance to Your Health
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a numerical value that indicates a person’s overall body fat based on weight and height. In the United States, where weight measurement is commonly expressed …
This is the Number One Cause of Death in Women
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in women. It was ranked as the third leading cause of death for all Americans, but it takes first place among …
Causes of Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath is the feeling that you cannot get enough air into your lungs because your breathing passages are narrowed or blocked in some way. Shortness of breath is …
Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Sleep is essential for existence. Sleep helps the body recover mentally and physically, allowing the brain and the body the rest it deserves at the end of a long day. …
How Sugar Affects Children
There are only a few things that light up a child’s face like a sugary treat. Born with a sweet tooth, most children love their dose of daily sucrose and …
Why Am I So Tired All the Time?
In our busy lives, it’s natural to feel tired all the time. Some days are more tiring than others. But if you find yourself exhausted too quickly, dragging yourself to …
7 Ways To Prevent High Cholesterol
Over 93 million U.S. adults aged 20 or above have high cholesterol. Their arteries can be clogged, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, heart attack, and stroke. What is High Cholesterol? Cholesterol …
High Blood Pressure: When To Seek Emergency Care
High blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death for Americans. Tens of millions of adults in the United States have high blood …
African Heritage & Health
African Heritage and Healthy Eating Celebrated February 1st-7th, African Heritage and Health Week commemorates the flavors and healthy cooking techniques that were core to the wellbeing of African ancestors from …