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Megan Johnson McCullough
6 Types of Stretching and Why They Are So Important
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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Stretching is often an overlooked part of a workout routine or sporting activity. But flexibility and range of motion in our joints is important for many reasons when it comes to our muscles and connective tissue. It is common to leave out this activity pre or post exercise, but maybe some of the benefits will persuade you to add stretching to your routine or to your day.You don’t have to stretch your... 5/1/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Here's Why Squash Rocks
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Squashes, one of the oldest known crops cultivated in the Americas, squash is available in several varieties, including buttercup, Hubbard, winter pumpkins, butternuts, cushaw, zucchini, yellow squash and courgette, among many others. Squash is a long-storing vegetable so many like it for that. Not to mention, it can often be pretty cheap compared to other veggies. But there are as many reasons to... 4/30/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Panic Disorder Could Be in Your Mitochondria
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Panic attacks are obliterating in the mental and spiritual sense. They take over the body and mind in a way that leaves no room for anything else. The feeling of overwhelm is systemic and profound, and it can feel like the very cells of the body are screaming for help—which might not be too far from what’s really going on. Why do some people seem more susceptible to panic disorders than others? Researchers... 4/30/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Preserve Your Vision Through Diet!
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Wellness Tip: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) steals vision, but may be prevented by diet. Simple but effective nutritional changes can substantially lower risk. Carotenoids are phytochemicals found in certain fruits and vegetables. The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin accumulate in the eye as macular pigment to preserve visual acuity. The more lutein and zeaxanthin in your eyes, the less... 4/29/2020 7:00:00 AM
Marc Felgar
The 4-Step Fall Prevention Plan Every Senior Should Know
by Marc Felgar
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Most of us know a senior that has experienced a fall, maybe even recently. That's not surprising because 1 in 3 people over the age of 65 fall every year. That number jumps to 1 in 2 after the age of 75!Falling is dangerous for many reasons. The most obvious are the physical injuries that result from falling, like head trauma, bone fractures and lacerations. But less well known are the long term changes... 4/28/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Is Our Hypothalamus Responsible For Migraines?
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Migraine sufferers might soon have a new pathway to relief. New research has found a connection between the hypothalamus (a part of the brain that regulates hormones and the autonomic nervous system) and migraines. This may help identify more specific migraine triggers which could lead to finding the reasons behind the triggers and help prevent attacks for good.Check Out How the Hypothalamus Could... 4/17/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Try Spice Therapy to Ease Osteoarthritis Pain
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Wellness Tip: Look to your spice rack for relief from osteoarthritis pain. They block the release of the neurotransmitter Substance P, which inflames joints and transmits pain impulses. Sprinkle cayenne into food dishes or apply it to painful areas with a capsaicin cream containing cayenne extract. Cook with fresh ginger root or take a ginger supplement— up to 2 grams per day in divided doses. Turmeric... 4/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
Margaret Rutherford
When Gratitude Backfires
by Margaret Rutherford
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I often hear people who are struggling with depression say, “I need to find my way back to gratitude. I feel like I’ve got a target on my back sometimes and can’t get a break. But I know that’s in my own mind.”They’re recognizing a vital part of healing from depression – and that is finding perspective and balance. That’s what gratitude can bring to everyone, but especially someone who struggles with... 4/9/2020 7:00:00 AM
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How to Stay Healthy During a Quarantine
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Being under quarantine has been a challenge for many of us. It's hard to feel stuck. Maybe you didn't even want to go out but now that you can't it sure sounds good, doesn't it? But if your health routine was dependent on going to the gym, heading out for a run, or daily shopping trips for fresh veg, this is going to be a challenge. Staying healthy during a quarantine can feel hopeless, like you may... 4/6/2020 7:00:00 AM
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What Is the "Keto Flu"?
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You’d think a fat-burning, energy-boosting diet would make you feel healthy enough to take on the world. So why do some people feel downright crummy during their first week on a ketogenic diet? The “keto flu” could be to blame.Some people say they experience about a week of irritability, headaches, nausea, brain fog, constipation, dizziness and insomnia after beginning a ketogenic diet. The “keto flu”... 3/27/2020 7:00:00 AM
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