Author: St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Alzheimer’s disease is a terminal illness. In fact, it’s the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States, and one in three adults older than 65 die with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. But many families affected by Alzheimer’s don’t realize that hospice care is an option for their loved ones as they reach the late stages of the disease, said Dr. David L. Parks, hospice medical director for St. Elizabeth Healthcare. Hospice isn’t just for cancer patients “When you mention hospice, people’s first thoughts are toward cancer,” Parks said. All forms of…

Between trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle and finishing everything on your to-do list, it may feel like you don’t have enough hours in the day. Often making a healthy dinner is the simplest task to skip. Instead of making a trip to the drive-thru tonight, take 12 minutes or less to try a recipe from Greatist. With everything from parfaits to pizza, this list of 52 recipes is sure to satisfy ““ and maybe even leave a little time to relax.

Before humans invented artificial light, we  relied on the sun and moon to guide our sleep cycles.  With the invention of fire, and eventually the light bulb, we  found a way to extend our  waking time past the sunset. Think of your street – do streetlights, porch lights or security lights keep you awake? Light is not just making you tired Unfortunately, staying awake longer may do damage to our  circadian rhythm, which  responds to the natural ebb and flow of darkness in a 24-hour period. Basically, it’s like setting a “reset” button at the end of each day. Fast…

Whether you need two cups of coffee to function in the morning or you feel like you can take on the world before 9 a.m., it seems genetics may be responsible. And your “early bird” or “night owl” preference might influence more than simply how easy it is to get up and going in the morning.

It’s time to dust off the grill! Skip  the burgers – at least this time – and try our Mediterranean-style grilled salmon recipe. Ingredients 4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 tablespoons lemon juice 4 salmon fillets, each 5 ounces Cracked black pepper, to taste 4 green olives, chopped 4 think slices lemon Directions   Prepare a hot fire in the grill. Away from the heat source, lightly coat the grill rack with cooking spray. Position the rack 4 to 6 inches away from the heat source. In a small bowl,…

Smoothies can be a delicious way to fit leafy green vegetables and bright berries into your diet, but if you’re not careful, they could also pack on the pounds. Don’t give up your smoothie obsession just yet. Is your smoothie making you fat?, from SkinnyMom.com outlines some common additions to your blended beverages that could actually do more harm than good. Leave these five ingredients out of your next smoothie to avoid excessive sugar and fat. Sugary fruit juices Ice cream or sherbet Cheap protein powders Non-organic peanut butter Honey Do you have a favorite smoothie recipe we should…

It’s peak training time for the Flying Pig. For many of us, that means getting runs in whenever we can. While training this year, I’ve been on the road at any time from 4:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Unfortunately, most of those hours running have been spent in the dark. As a woman, running after dark can be a little disconcerting. It only takes seconds for something to go terribly wrong. While, thankfully, I’ve never had a problem while running around Greater Cincinnati, it’s better to be safe than sorry. What to do to stay safe in the dark During…

Do you need something new to do this spring and summer? My significant other and I are newcomers to the city and are challenging ourselves to get out and explore Greater Cincinnati by going on a new hike every month. I’ll share our experiences in a series of posts called, Hiking the Tri-State. First up was Mt. Airy Forest. A little muddy, but a great choice We are both relatively inexperienced hikers, although he has been a few times, and being in good shape myself, I thought we’d be okay starting with a “moderate hike.” The hike is estimated as…

If the Honor Run Half is your first half marathon, you may be concerned about getting all the way through mile 13. We’re here to help with a few tips for getting across the finish line. Physical therapist Stacey McConnell of St. Elizabeth Sports Medicine explains what you need to know for the first 13 miles: If you missed registration for the half marathon, you can still come out to support the runners and Honor Flight Tri-State. The nonprofit helps send local veterans, who have served our nation in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, to Washington D.C. to visit…

We all have bad days. No matter how positive our outlook, sometimes we just feel a little blue. It seems the best answer to fixing those bad days could be already be in your home! Greatist found 11 ways your four-legged friend will actually improve your life, all backed by real science. In addition to helping you out mentally, it turns out having a dog around can lower your blood pressure and boost your immune system. And our personal favorite ““ dogs even ease workday pressure and stress. Considering adoption? For those of you who already have a dog in…