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When it comes to sleep, a lot of us know we need more of it. It’s critical for our mood, weight management, mental clarity, and performance in our daily activities. But so many of us struggle to get the quantity and quality of sleep we need to function at our best....

Our favorite smoked sausage is Aidell’s chicken apple. I feel good about serving it to my family because it is free of nitrates, and is minimally processed. In this one pan meal, we bake the sausage with naturally sweet vegetables that pair perfectly. And of course...

It’s that time of year again when everyone is setting new goals for a new year. The problem is, few people actually get there by the end of the year. Let’s make 2024 different! We are going to talk about keys to achieving some of the most important goals we can set...

Strength training plays an important part in your health and fitness, but you may be concerned about injury or painful joints. By concentrating on proper technique, you can tone your muscles, enhance your posture, and actually reduce discomfort and stiffness in your...

Do you have wonderful memories as a youth athlete? Maybe it was church T-ball, Collierville Rec soccer, the first tackle football game, cheering on your classmates, or trying out for a varsity team. We want our own children to experience this same joy and excitement....

Now that school is out and summer is upon us, it is time to get a pedicure and allow my toes to enjoy the freedom of flip flops. The problem is, new aches and pains arise when I ditch the support of my sneakers for the comfort of summer footwear. Why does my body make...

A little soreness with a workout is bearable. . . maybe even pleasant if it’s a reminder of how hard you worked the day before. However, some aches and pains that are more intense or don’t seem to go away quickly enough. This can limit both your ability and motivation...

What you do after the gym matters just as much as what you did during your workout. That’s because the post workout recovery period is a time when your body builds lean muscle mass and repairs any damage. If you shortchange yourself, you could wind up decreasing...

Some of us love a tough workout, and others dread any activity that will keep them from heading directly to the couch after work. Unfortunately, new guidelines indicate most of us fall into the second category. Research shows that 80% of Americans fail to meet the...

Most of us are so used to living in a state of stress, we often don’t realize the negative effects it is having on our body. In fact, small infrequent doses of stress are not bad. It can help you accomplish tasks and avoid getting hurt. Stress is the body’s reaction...