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Self-Care Tips You Need to Know to Prevent Aging
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Most people think the effects of age only set in at about mid-life. First you’re young, then you suddenly wake up with arthritic knees that can predict a coming storm. You fall asleep in a slightly wrong position and wake up with a back that hurts so much you can barely make it through the work day sitting at your desk. However, aging starts long before any external signs are apparent. It’s best to... 10/16/2023 4:00:00 AM
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5 Good Sources of Non-Dairy Calcium
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Cutting back on dairy? You can skip cheese, milk, and yogurt and still get enough calcium. Greens, beans, nuts, fish, and fruit are all calcium-rich and power-packed with fiber and other nutrients. According to the Mayo Clinic, women need about 1,000 mg of calcium daily during the ages of 19-50; 1200 mg per day at 51 and older. For men, their bodies need about 1,000 mg of calcium daily from the ages... 11/25/2024 5:00:00 AM
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Why You Shouldn’t Hold Your Pee
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Sometimes you have no choice but to hold it. Who hasn’t regretted that second cup of coffee on a road trip or getting a beer at a concert or big game? Waiting until you’re uncomfortable might not be harmful if you’re healthy or you do it infrequently. If you have certain health conditions, or if you hold your pee too often, you could be putting yourself at risk for some unpleasant complications.Holding... 12/13/2024 5:00:00 AM
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These 2 Things Turn Back the Clock on Your Brain
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Like other systems in your body, the better you maintain your brain, the more efficiently it’s going to run. Your cognitive reserve, or your brain’s ability to problem-solve and adapt around complex issues, can decline over time. Brain games and crossword puzzles might help, but you’ll need more than mental exercises to keep your reserves at their best. Good diet and proper exercise are vital to proper... 3/24/2025 4:00:00 AM
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5 Surprising Food Additives and Fillers and How to Avoid Them
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Thanks to better nutrition labeling, increased awareness and science-based nutrition education, Americans are now consuming a healthier diet than they did in years past. Many people are paying more attention to nutrition labels and striving to make healthier food choices and are then surprised to learn that there are several hidden, unhealthy fillers and additives in many of the foods they eat. These... 10/23/2023 4:00:00 AM
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Low-Dose Aspirin Linked to Internal Bleeding in the Skull
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Over the past several decades, doctors have routinely prescribed a daily aspirin for patients at risk for cardiovascular incidents. However, studies have shown that low-dose aspirin therapy may not be for everyone. In certain individuals, the risks --- such as internal bleeding in the skull --- often outweigh the rewards. The findings have prompted the American Heart Association to issue guidelines... 4/18/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Mayo Clinic Says Aromatherapy Helps Dementia, Disease and Pain
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Our sense of smell is simply amazing - and it's easy to take that for granted. Believe it or not, the nose has a lot of power over the rest of the body. Aromatherapy might seem like a strange approach to treating so many physical ailments, but there could be more to it than we think. We’ve found some uses worth checking out...Aromatherapy uses essential oils from over 40 different medicinal plants.... 10/15/2023 4:00:00 AM
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Wellness Special Report: The Dangers of Vitamin D Deficiency
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According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 41.6% of the US population has a vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D deficiencies can be linked to lower energy levels, and immune system function as well as a number of diseases, including multiple sclerosis, IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) and cancer. Are you getting enough vitamin D for optimal health? How the Body Makes and Uses Vitamin... 12/16/2024 5:00:00 AM
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Can Spending a Few Hours Outdoors Improve Your Health?
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Spending time outdoors provides individuals of all ages with the opportunity to have better mental and physical health.Can spending time outdoors improve both mental and physical health? Well, research has shown there are a variety of benefits to being outside for a bit, and it doesn't require a whole vacation or take as long as you may think. Learn more about how nature can help your mental and physical... 5/2/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Want to Prevent Lung and Bowel Cancer? Get Active
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What do your lungs have in common with your gut? Would you believe poor cardiovascular fitness could increase your chances of developing cancer in both? One study found an interesting link between these types of cancer and cardiovascular health.A recent study investigated the connection between cardiovascular fitness and cancers of the lung and bowel. Researchers found people who scored best on an... 6/20/2024 4:00:00 AM
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