Question of the Week:
A patron came to the Resource Center seeking information on Vitamin D and breast cancer. The librarian helped the patron search the subscription Health & Wellness Reference Center database for patient-friendly news articles summarizing the current research.
Dietary fiber slows sugar absorption, which can improve insulin levels.
When walking for exercise, a good speed is 20 minutes per mile, depending on your age and fitness level.
Arthritis is the second most common cause of work disability after heart disease. (Arthritis Foundation)
Many people with high blood pressure don’t know they have it, even though about 1/3 of American adults do. (American Heart Association)