Your Life Your Health

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
Patty Hannert has dealt with chronic pulmonary illness for years. She is now a patient at Dixie Reg...
Aley Davis, KSL TV

St. George Respiratory Outpatient Clinic Unlike Anything Else In Utah

It’s that time of year when respiratory infections are common, which can be difficult for older people who already have an existing chronic illness. St. George is home to the only clinic in the state of Utah specifically designed to educate patients.
6 years ago
Di Shanklin said she has been playing pickleball for more than ten years....
Aley Davis

Pickleball Players Upping Game With Advanced Eyewear Technology

You may not think pickleball is a very high-tech sport, but two athletes in sunny St. George are proving otherwise. They're using the latest gear on the market to up their game.
6 years ago
Governor Gary Herbert stands with Jake Steinfeld and students in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celeb...
Aley Davis

Governor Works With Nonprofits To Award Utah Schools New Fitness Centers

On Tuesday, Gov. Gary Herbert was on handball assignment to visit hundreds of happy students in Salt Lake City. One organization partnered with the governor to help students stay active through a special gift.
6 years ago
Karli Trimble went into emergency surgery to have a pacemaker implanted after the LifeVest brought ...
Aley Davis

LifeVest Saves 26-year-old Woman From Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Most people take feeling your heart beat every day for granted. For one young woman, it rarely escapes her mind.
6 years ago
Lydia Ruttenbur took her mother in about two and a half years ago when she started noticing that so...
Aley Davis

Springville Mother Finds Balance Between Raising Kids And Caring For Aging Mother

: It’s called the Sandwich Generation — people who are still raising their kids at home while also caring for their aging parents. One mother has found a way to pull it off without becoming too stressed or even sick herself.
6 years ago
Today, Mike Glenn goes to cardiac rehab three times a week for monitored exercise....
Aley Davis

Bountiful Man Credits Fitbit To Saving His Life During Heart Attack

Lots of people are using wearable devices these days to set reminders, check their messages and track their steps. One man’s Fitbit ended up saving his life.
6 years ago
Stratton and Keelian Rogers play Minecraft with each other during their free screen time....
Aley Davis

Experts Encourage Parents To Limit Kids’ Screen Time For Better Heart Health

We know excessive screen time can affect the mental and emotional health of our children, but recent research also shows it is having an impact on heart health.
6 years ago
Mary Malie said she takes protein powder because it's a convenient way of getting the nutrition she...
Aley Davis

Choosing The Right Protein Powder For You

Many people know protein is an essential component for a healthy body, but a wide selection and abundant advertising makes buying protein powder a tough choice.
6 years ago
Michelle and Jason Conover work in Intermountain Healthcare's LiVe Well Garden in Orem each year....
Aley Davis

Orem Family Finds Health Benefits From Working In Their Community Garden

The summer harvest is just around the corner. One Utah family is reaping healthy benefits along with fresh produce form working in the garden all summer long.
6 years ago
Brody Lambert is a heart transplant and is now competing in the Transplant Games of America....
Aley Davis

Utah Man With New Heart Competes in Transplant Games of America

One man who once faced life and death is now competing in the national Transplant Games of America as a heart transplant recipient.
6 years ago
Amber Zenith and Emily Nelson combined their love of classic aerobics with today's high-intensity i...
Aley Davis

Fitness Experts Bring Old School Aerobics Back to Utah

Richard Simmons and Jane Fonda are back in the form of a revolutionized aerobics class designed for people who are ready to step up their exercise routine.
6 years ago
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Aley Davis

Avid Utah Hiker Takes Precautions to Protect Against Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke

It’s easy to get outside on a long summer day, but if you’re not prepared, spending too much time outside could lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
6 years ago
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Aley Davis

Double amputee trains for his first full-length Ironman Triathlon

Very few people would ever consider competing in an Ironman competition, but one Vernal man is not letting anything get in the way of going the distance.
6 years ago
Tamara Andrade is a mom of two active boys. She meal preps each week to keep her family eating heal...
Aley Davis

Utah mom meal preps to keep her family fueled during summer

With school out for the summer, it's easy for kids to grab whatever they can find in the pantry and veg in front of the TV. One smart mom is prepping meals for her family to stay ahead of the game.
6 years ago
Just a few weeks after finishing chemotherapy, Joani Richardson participated in the American Fork R...
Aley Davis

‘Race Against Cancer’ takes on new meaning for Draper woman

After running the American Fork half marathon as a healthy athlete, Joani Richardson never thought she would one day finish the race as a cancer survivor.
6 years ago
Lindsay Lee said she never feels rushed through appointments....
Aley Davis

Lehi woman shares midwife pregnancy, labor experience

The number of expectant mothers who choose to deliver their baby with a midwife is on the rise. But many question their credibility. One mother hopes to debunk the midwife myths.
6 years ago
Sheila Fredman said her water aerobics class has helped her return to the active lifestyle she once...
Aley Davis

84-year-old woman participates in water aerobics to stay active after battling cancer

Summer days often include lounging at the pool, but one active group does a lot more than that. Water aerobics helps them workout in ways they otherwise could not.
6 years ago
Elli Holzer was diagnosed with Glut1 Deficiency, a rare neurological disorder, when she was three-y...
Aley Davis

Young teen stays seizure free on high-fat, ketogenic diet

The teen was diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder when she was only 3 years old, changing her entire life.
6 years ago
Intermountain Healthcare's Dr. John Day is a heart rhythm specialist at Intermountain Medical Cente...
Aley Davis

Local cardiologist travels to China to find the secret to centenarians’ longevity

A local doctor traveled to China to learn why it’s not uncommon for many citizens in Asia to live comfortably past 100 years of age.
6 years ago
Kathy Dalton said she loves being outdoors because it gives her family a chance to connect together...
Aley Davis

Salt Lake mom uses Intermountain Healthcare’s Healthy Hub app to find stroller-friendly hikes

Don't let kids keep you from getting outdoors. Find the right hike for your family with Intermountain Healthcare's Healthy Hub app.
6 years ago
Jenny Boster rocks her baby Annie after playing with toys....
Aley Davis

Smartwatch helps mom of five track her sleep, but is the device helpful?

For Your Life Your Health, we discover whether tracking your sleep with a wearable device is helpful or not.
6 years ago
Rebecca Hurst makes a healthy lunch with her granddaughter....
Aley Davis

The danger of ‘Type 3 diabetes’

We're familiar with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, but researchers have identified the possibility of one more form: Type 3 diabetes. Experts warn us on how to prevent the illness.
6 years ago
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Erin Goff

Pleasant Grove mom throws away scale in hopes of becoming better role model

Health isn’t all about blood tests and numbers. Emotional and mental health is just as important.
6 years ago

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