Tag: health
102 National Park Attractions
May 25, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Go big with a vacation to an amazing U.S. national park.
Beware of Foodborne Illness
May 14, 2018. Kimberley Edgar
Whether it’s a picnic in a park, backyard barbecue or camping cookout, nothing spoils the ambiance of alfresco dining faster than food poisoning. Always practice safe cooking methods.
Mind the Heat While You DIY
May 14, 2018. Kimberley Edgar
From simple spruce-ups around the house to major revamps, summer inspires DIY projects. Follow this advice to stay cool and safe while working outdoors.
Fresh Ideas for Preparing Your Garden-Grown Tomatoes
May 11, 2018. Cassandra Raposo
A summer garden staple like tomatoes can be used in so many ways other than just tossed in a salad. We reached out to AAA Diamond Rated restaurants for ideas.
Supplemental Health Care for Medicare: Do I Need It?
May 02, 2018. Paul Grimaldi
How to close the gap in coverage with supplemental health care for Medicare.
Live a Healthier Life
April 24, 2018. AAA Staff
Eat better, stay active and reduce stress with the helpful tips inside this free guide from Your AAA.
Live a Healthier Life: Eat Better, Stay Active and Reduce Stress
April 24, 2018. AAA Staff
Get on the track to a healthier you with this helpful health and fitness guide from Your AAA.
Meal Ideas to Boost Colon Health
February 14, 2018. Cassandra Raposo
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. For colon health, Dr. Isabelle von Althen-Dagum, a gastroenterologist at St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center in Smithtown, N.Y., recommends a diet high in fish, vegetables and fruits. To foster a colon-healthy diet at home, try these simple meal ideas from von Althen-Dagum. Keep the health kick going…
Put Some Spring in Your Steps
February 14, 2018. Christina Elston
You might cover hundreds of miles on your next vacation or business trip, but that doesn’t mean it will be easy to reach the 10,000 steps a day that experts recommend for good health. There are ways, however, to tuck them in. “Every minute counts. Every step counts,” says Heidi Simon of America Walks, a…
Nail Your Next Ocean Cruise
January 31, 2018. AAA Staff
Find the cruise of a lifetime and get the best rates with help from this FREE Your AAA guide to ocean cruising.
Home Remedies for Your Pet’s Everyday Maladies
January 15, 2018. Cassandra Raposo
Pets are susceptible to a number of everyday health problems, from hairballs to fleas. Thankfully, there are some home remedies that might eliminate the need to visit a vet.
What’s Trending: Exciting New Technology for Travel, Cars and More
December 29, 2017. AAA Staff
Technology gets cooler and more advanced each and every day. Get the scoop on the latest high-tech accessories for travel, cars and your home.
Slow Cooker Creations
October 01, 2017. Nick Tavares
Healthy, classic or decadent – no matter how you prefer your slow cooker creations – these three delicious recipes are sure to satisfy. Healthy Recipes like Pinch of Yum’s quinoa chicken primavera disprove the idea that slow cookers work best with fatty meats. Made with quinoa, chicken, peas, asparagus and pesto, this casserole-like dish packs…
Healthy Dishes: Yummy Recipes with Healthful Benefits
October 01, 2017. Cassandra Raposo
Fill your diet with superfoods that address women’s health concerns with these flavorful and healthy dishes. 1. Savor the flavor When thinking of building strong bones, a cheesy Italian meal probably doesn’t come to mind. But this spinach and ricotta cannelloni from the National Osteoporosis Foundation is loaded with nutrients such as calcium, iron and…
Pet Allergies: When an Itch Means Something More
June 01, 2017. Nick Tavares
Ever think your pet might be allergic to you? While that may be a rare scenario, it’s increasingly clear that cats and dogs, like their human companions, can have allergies. Cornell University’s Baker Institute for Animal Health classifies potential pet allergies into three categories: atopic dermatitis caused by pollen, dust, mold and other natural irritants;…
3 Fun Backyard Games for Pets
May 01, 2017. Nick Tavares
Daily playtime is vital to your dog’s physical and mental health. Get creative with your backyard games this spring and try some of these suggestions from Kurgo, a pet travel, toy and outdoor products company. AAA members save up to 20% on Kurgo products. Flyball Flyball is actually a competitive team sport for dogs. To…
Tips For Traveling With Older Parents
January 15, 2017. Christina Elston
Valerie Grubb loves to travel. Not only that, she loves to travel with her mom. In the past 20 years, the author of “Planes, Canes, and Automobiles: Connecting With Your Aging Parents Through Travel” has logged more than 300,000 miles with her mother, now 85. “It’s been one of the best things I’ve ever done,”…
Stay Active With These Winter Workouts
January 01, 2017. Nick Tavares
Our motivation drops with every snowfall, but you can stay active when cold weather hits. Fight off hibernation habits with these winter workouts. Shoveling snow • A person weighing 170 pounds can burn about 250 calories over 30 minutes of shoveling, according to North Dakota State University. • Shoveling increases your heart rate and provides…
Food Puzzles Your Pet Will Love
January 01, 2017. Nick Tavares
When the cat’s away, the mice will play. But when the human’s away, what does the cat do? Food puzzles keep your pet occupied when you’re not home. They can be found at pet stores and online, and have several difficulty levels for various animal species. These puzzles compel pets to forage for food using…