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It is important to remember that medications do have expiry dates. This weekend is a good time to go through your medications and get rid of any that has reached there expiration date. This includes prescription and over the counter medication, creams, ointments, drops and sprays. Also, look at your home and/or car first aid kits. Always take medications as prescribed or as instructed. _________________________________________________________________________ Money doesn’t fix

Our feet do so much for us, lets make sure we take care of them properly. This blog will allow for teaching for foot care conditions, and methods for caring for our feet. Thickening nails can be bothersome and painful. To keep your nails healthy proper trimming is important. Trim your nails straight across and avoid cutting to short. This helps prevent ingrown toenails and thickening. Wear well fitting shoes that provide amble space for your toes. Keep your feet dry. Moisture

They say its mind over matter, but it isn't always that simple. Practice how to respond mindfully. It is important to notice the impulse or urge to react immediately to a comment or situation. Observe your emotions and how you are feeling. Then take a pause with intension. Allow yourself to be grounded, and take a deep breath. Now you will be able to look at the situation with a balanced and logical mind. Before reacting to any situation consider the long term impact of your

The recommendation for heart disease prevention, and maintaining optimal health is 150-200 minutes a week of moderate to vigorous exercise. What does this mean? It means that your movement will require you to raise your heart rate to certain intensities for 30-45 minutes most, or all days of the week. Use this calculation to figure out your safest heart rate when exercising. 220 - your age x 0.50 = moderate HR 220 - your age x 0.70 = vigorous HR Example for a 46 year old: 220