The University of Vermont Medical Center HealthSource blog is your leading source for physical health articles from industry experts. Read through a collection of physical health articles on a variety of subjects such yoga, dieting, exercise, sleep and weight loss. The HealthSource blog features an array of regular authors and contributors from the medical world including doctors, nurse practitioners, healthcare executives, health coaches and personal trainers.
Did you know that what you eat can influence chronic pain? When you eat, you change your body chemistry. As a result, this can either increase or decrease inflammation and pain. Whether chronic pain is associated with arthritis, fibromyalgia, or injury, the foods used to fuel your body make a difference. Read or listen to […]
Most of us don’t think about the health of our eyes on a daily basis. However, if you’re a contact lens wearer, there are important things to know. Learn more from Jessica J. McNally, MD, from the University of Vermont Medical Center. Although contact lenses are a convenient and effective way to see more clearly, […]
Sign up for the FREE class “Healthy Homes: The Connection Between Energy Efficiency and a Healthy Home.” It takes place Tuesday, October 9, 6:00-7:30pm at the UVM Medical Center, Main Campus, Davis Auditorium. Click here to register. When it comes to our health, we find ourselves bombarded with information about what we eat and drink. But what […]
Roughly a third of Americans live with chronic pain. Even more people are dealing with a chronic health condition. As the opioid crisis continues, new treatments that focus on lifestyle changes like exercise, rehabilitation therapies, yoga, and cognitive behavioral therapies are rising in popularity. A new form of yoga called Kaiut Yoga is one such […]
One in four Americans age 65+ falls every year, with falls being the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans (Source: NCOA) Falls are NOT an inevitable part of aging and many falls are preventable. Falls are costly in terms of actual medical expenses and also in terms of quality of life. […]
Danielle DeRosa is first and currently the only licensed medical aesthetician on staff at a Vermont hospital. In her role at the UVM Medical Center, she helps patients deal with skin changes due to aging and medical conditions and diseases, such as skin cancer. She shares her advice for protecting your skin as you age, […]
September is National Yoga Awareness Month. Throughout September, yoga studios across the country will offer free classes and community events. Health Benefits Yoga comes from the Saskrit word “yuji”, meaning “union.” It brings together mind and the body to let them function as one. We know from health research that yoga: Decreases stress and anxiety. […]
Adding fruits and veggies to your diet is easier said than done. Eating fruits and vegetables have a lot of health benefits. People who eat a balanced diet lower their risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, obesity, and high blood pressure. The USDA recommends that adults eat 5-13 servings a day. That […]
Have you noticed the bright blue and green bikes around Burlington, South Burlington, and Winooski? They are part of the CATMA Greenride Bikeshare program. CATMA, in partnership with University of Vermont and Champlain College, launched the program to provide a high quality, cost-effective, and convenient form of alternative transportation to residents. “Greenride Bikeshare enhances transportation […]
Kombucha appeared out of nowhere as the on-trend beverage of choice. The sour and fizzy tea quickly took over grocery stores, and new breweries and brands seem to pop up every other week. It is more than just a nutrition fad. In fact, it’s quite old. Chinese emperors first sipped it in 221 BC. They […]
