Your Life Your Health

Suz Martin, 62, is an Ironman....
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Ironman Triathlete Overcomes Decades Of Addiction Through Daily Exercise

One Utah woman is an extraordinary triathlete. She gets up in the four o’clock hour every morning to start training. But twenty years ago, she lived a very different life.
5 years ago
Habitica gamifies by turning new habits and to-do lists into monsters users can vanquish....
Sloan Schrage, KSL TV

Using Your Smartphone to Help Make New Habits Stick

Breaking old habits or even adopting new ones is no walk in the park but now many people use their smartphones to tackle habits.
5 years ago
Joe Russo has practiced yoga for about two years after experiencing a traumatic brain injury....
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Avid Mountain Biker Finds Healing Through Yoga After Traumatic Brain Injury

Recovery from a traumatic brain injury can be long and slow, but one Utah man has found relief in way he never anticipated.
5 years ago
Amber Taylor was inspired to donate her kidney after watching her boss receive a transplant from he...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

‘I Don’t Want Anyone To Suffer’: Utah Woman Donates Kidney To Complete Stranger

This week kicks off Transplant Awareness Month. Finding an organ donor with the right match isn't always easy, but there is a growing need, especially in Utah.
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Aley Davis

Avid Utah Bike Rider Finds Pain Relief Through Regular Stretching

Making time for exercise — whether that's hitting the gym or going for a run — isn't always easy, but adding one more regimen to your workout could be worth an extra five minutes.
5 years ago
Lynn Burt, 74, has suffered with osteoarthritis for more than 30 years....
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Utah Woman Avoids Double Knee Replacement Through Physical Therapy

Arthritis is the number one disability in the United States and the number one reason people miss work, but one woman found a way to get her mobility back.
5 years ago
Karl Dahle paints figurines with his daughters and wife at LDS Hospital....
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Recreational Therapy Helps Bone Marrow Transplant Patients Heal

Living with cancer is not only physically demanding, but also emotionally draining often leaving patients in isolation. A new, creative program helped one young father make the hospital his temporary home.
5 years ago
Four-year-old Corbin Cox loves playing "doctor" with the child life specialists at Primary Children...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Child Life Specialists Help Children Manage Anxiety During Hospital Stays Through Playtime

Four-year-old Corbin Cox loves playing “doctor.” He suited up with medical gloves and a hair net before he gave his doll a shot.
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Celebrate Mardis Gras With King Cake, King Cake Mocktail

Celebrate Mardi Gras the right way -- with king cake!
5 years ago
Deana Williams trades her work shoes for her tennis shoes....
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Worksite Wellness Program Encourages Utah Teachers To Get on The Move

It's rare to find teachers who've spent more than 30 years in the classroom, but a dynamite duo in Sandy have found the secret to staying healthy and happy on their campus.
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Baked Chicken & Corn Tacos

Chef Lesli Sommerdorf from Harmons made Baked Chicken and Corn Tacos to celebrate Taco Tuesday. 
5 years ago
More than 15 million babies are born prematurely throughout the world each year....
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Preemie Baby Born To Preemie Parents In Same Provo Hospital

Each year, about 15 million babies are born prematurely throughout the world, but not every family has a story like one Provo couple. Some are calling it a big coincidence.
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Aley Davis, KSL TV

Can Dark Chocolate Be Healthy For You?

Intermountain Healthcare’s Emily Perkins, a registered dietician at Primary Children’s Hospital, said chocolate 70 percent cacao or higher is actually good. She said anything below that percentage is more of candy and higher in sugar and fat.
5 years ago
Jason Dunnigan calls himself "The Modern Dad" by sharing all household chores like grocery shopping...
Aley Davis, KSL

Bountiful’s ‘Modern Dad’ Finds Easy Way To Grocery Shop

Feeding a family is a daunting task, especially when you're trying to make healthy decisions. One father of young kids is on a mission to make the process simple and fun.
5 years ago
Brem White is on the ketogenic diet and tries to find ways to include lots of fat in their diet lik...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Are All Keto-Friendly Snacks Actually Healthy?

While the ketogenic diet isn’t necessarily new, only recently have we seen a plethora of “keto-friendly” packaged foods on the market. One expert explained why they might not always be the best choice.
5 years ago
MaryLyn Schmidt is a skilled runner, but wants to improve her upper-body strength....
Aley Davis

Presidential Fitness Program Not Just For Youth, Great For New Year Resolutions

Presidential fitness testing isn’t just for kids in grade school. One Utah mother is using the adult version of the test to set new exercise goals for the year.
5 years ago
Jackie Worthen said she relies on the support of her family members to survive....
Aley Davis

Richfield Woman Fights Stage 4 Colon Cancer With Help Of Telehealth

Being diagnosed with a serious illness is devastating, but not getting the care you need for a potentially curable or treatable illness is even worse. One woman is relying on technology to ease her pain.
5 years ago
Dr. Brent Muhlstein hopes this app will be readily available at a low cost for anyone to carry like...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Utah Doctor Helps Design Smartphone App To Detect Potentially Fatal Heart Attacks

Getting the proper medical attention quickly after having a heart attack is crucial to survival. Without blood flow, the heart muscle can die very quickly. A Utah doctor is putting the solution in the hands of anyone with a smartphone.
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KSL Team Gets Christmas Food, Gift Tips At Harmons

It wouldn't be the holidays without some excellent food, and Harmons wants to help make that happen.
5 years ago
Rick Craiggs is an accomplished golfer with six holes-in-one during his lifetime....
Aley Davis, KSL 5 TV

St. George Man Recovers From Fall Through Neuro Rehabilitation Center

Losing balance and falling is far too common for people as they get older. One St. George man is learning the hard way how to recover from falling.
5 years ago
Jeni Jones helps put Vaseline on her son's arms....
Aley Davis, KSL 5 TV

Utah Father, Son Find New Ways To Battle Dry Skin This Winter

Cracked fingers, an itchy scalp and a bloody nose. Utah’s cold weather, low humidity and running the furnace is the perfect recipe for dry skin. One Heber family is doing everything they can to combat dry skin this winter.
5 years ago
Carla Merrill and her girlfriends said snowshoeing is a great way to stay active throughout the win...
Aley Davis

Group Of Moms Stay Active During Winter Through Snowshoeing

Braving the winter cold to exercise outside can be quite the challenge this time of year. But an avid group of snowshoers have found a way to embrace the cold weather and stay active all season long.
5 years ago
Intermountain Healthcare volunteer Craig Provost visits the hospital regularly to cuddle a preemie ...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

Volunteer Cuddles Premature Babies In NICU When Parents Can’t Be There

With less sunlight during the winter, it can be difficult to find time to stay socially and emotionally engaged with other people. One man has found a meaningful way to interact with people through volunteering.
5 years ago
Elizabeth Huff said it's important for seniors to have their feet examined regularly....
Aley Davis, KSL 5 TV

Experts Talk About Importance Of Foot Care For Seniors

Foot care is often overlooked, especially for seniors. But one nurse who isn't afraid to get up close and personal with hundreds of feet.
5 years ago

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