(CARLSBAD, CA) –Just a few decades ago, a woman’s conversation with her doctor was minimal, sometimes conducted entirely via her husband. But, times have changed, right?

(CARLSBAD, CA) – Your neighbor insists that you see her acupuncturist to relieve migraine headaches. Your co-worker swears by the carpal tunnel relief she has experienced from her chiropractor. And your sister raves about her newfound freedom from depression, thanks to St. John’s Wort. But, you’re not sure if any of these alternative medical options are for you.

(CARLSBAD, CA) – Popeye eats his spinach and gains supernatural strength, but the veggie-eating, bicep-bulging cartoon character isn’t enough to convince most Americans to follow suit. In fact, there appears to be a national distaste for leafy greens and their colorful counterparts.

(CARLSBAD, CA) – “There ain’t no cure for the summertime blues,” or so it seems, when the blazing sun wreaks havoc on your outdoor adventures all summer long. The good news is that you can protect yourself against both mild and severe heat-related illnesses. Donning sunscreen is just the first step. Learning about common summertime health hazards is imperative for hot weather safety.

(CARLSBAD, CA) – Would you like to supersize that? Shall I show you the dessert menu? How about more chips and salsa? If any of these questions have a familiar ring, then you may be one of the many Americans who dines away from home approximately four times every week.