Medi-Share

According to the American Childhood Cancer Organization (ACCO), each year 15,780 children are diagnosed with cancer in the United States. While survival rates have increased to approximately 80%, there is obviously still room for improvement. For those that do survive, many will struggle with one or more chronic health conditions throughout their life.

It’s no secret that searching for healthcare options can be exhaustive, and exhausting. You may or may not be aware of the options specifically available in your area. You may even fear that your choices are shrinking at an alarming rate.

For anyone who grew up with siblings, the concept of sharing was ingrained in you early on in life. You shared toys, shared rooms, shared the attention of your parents, possibly even shared friends. Chances are you also grew up being told not to waste anything. Can’t finish your dinner? Your brother will eat it. Outgrown your shoes? The neighbor kid across the street needs some.

Knowing your health numbers will assist in maintaining your well-being and alert you if lifestyle changes need to be made. Key numbers to know are your body mass index, cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood glucose. These simple tests will help you stay in control of your health and prevent disease.

If only kale and spinach could taste like strawberries and pineapple. Oh, wait... maybe they can!

While nearly 800,000 adults in the U.S. suffer from stroke every year, 80 percent of these strokes are preventable. According to the American Heart Association, we can prevent strokes through simple lifestyle choices. So let’s discuss the risks of stroke and learn how to minimize them.

The brain is the most complex organ God created in the human body. It gives us the ability to think, feel, store memories, and most importantly, seek Him. Our brains miraculously coordinate all the actions and reactions in every cell, every minute of every day. In order to function properly, the brain requires blood flow and oxygen.

In years past, war was waged against fat and cholesterol in the diet. Today, however, a new enemy has surfaced, and its name is ‘added sugar.' Added sugar includes any sugars or syrups added to foods or beverages when they are processed or prepared.