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The Club That Makes Fitness Social
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There’s a club with a primary focus of helping adults of all ages to get fit, stay fit, and age gracefully. With both fitness, friendly competition, and companionship at its center, many swear by this club as their favorite place to spend time. It's for adult swimmers of all ability levels, and it can turn fitness into a regular social event. Interested in getting involved? Here’s everything you need... 2/4/2020 8:00:00 AM
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Is Snow Shoveling a Safety Hazard?
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Would it shock you to learn that each year, up to 100 people die from shoveling snow, and thousands more are injured? It sure surprised us. This is according to the National Safety Council. From pulled muscles and broken bones to heart attacks and head injuries, snow shoveling is a dangerous household chore. But it doesn’t have to be. If you understand the risks and practice snow-shoveling safety,... 2/4/2020 8:00:00 AM
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Antibiotic Resistance Explained
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Antibiotics have changed the face of infection treatment, making many diseases that were once death sentences — the bubonic plague, for example — frequently treatable. But now, antibiotic resistance threatens to turn the tables once again, with superbugs rising to wreak havoc on unsuspecting populations.Antibiotics are important in the treatment of numerous infections, but overuse has led to strains... 1/31/2020 8:00:00 AM
Joel Fuhrman, M.D.
Want More Veggies in Your Diet? Try Adding Them at Breakfast!
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D.
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Having trouble finding ways to incorporate more green (and red, yellow, orange and purple) into your day? Try eating vegetables for breakfast! A nutrient-dense selection of vegetables can be a great way to kick-start your day.Need some inspiration? My newest publication, 100 Best Foods for Health and Longevity details the amazing benefits of some of the earth’s most nutritious foods and includes 25... 1/30/2020 8:00:00 AM
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The "Trust Your Gut" Nerve
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What does your gut tell you? Do you trust yours when something feels off? In some people, like sufferers of depression and anxiety, the gut may be sending signals they feel they can't trust, and a vital nerve that spans from the head to the stomach could hold the key.Research shows that faulty communication in the vagus nerve, which runs between the gut and brain, could be to blame for some cases of... 1/28/2020 8:00:00 AM
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The Health Trend That’s Beating Avocado Toast
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Avocado toast has become so popular it’s hard to find a menu without it, but there’s a new trend on the horizon that’s leaving it in the dust when it comes to health benefits! Golden milk, a traditional Indian remedy made from turmeric, coconut milk, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, and sweetener, really stacks up in terms of nutritional value and may help with pain, inflammation and prevention of serious... 1/28/2020 8:00:00 AM
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What to do if You Suspect Seasonal Affective Disorder
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Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that cycles with the seasons. In most cases, the symptoms appear in the fall and winter. However, some people experience SAD in the spring and summer months. The symptoms associated with SAD are similar to depression and include loss of interest, sleep difficulties, low energy, lack of appetite and feelings of hopelessness. Those who experience... 1/27/2020 8:00:00 AM
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The Benefits of Resistant Starch and How to Get It
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Americans are trying to eat healthier and overall, we're making modest strides toward that goal. About 93% of people say they want to eat healthy sometimes, while 63% say they try to eat healthy most of the time. From cutting back on dairy to loading up on plant foods, there are an incredible number of ways to do better by ourselves. Some of these ideas may seem surprising, but science backs them up.... 1/27/2020 8:00:00 AM
Megan Johnson McCullough
How Tattoos Affect Sweat Rate and Nutrient Absorption
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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Tattoos are personal permanent images on our body that carry meaning and commemoration. At least 14% of U.S. adults have at least one tattoo and the popularity of getting inked is on the rise. Nearly 36% of millennials have a tattoo and it seems to be a reoccurring trend. The athletic community also has a high incidence of players with tattoos.As much color as these skin decorations bring to the body,... 1/23/2020 8:00:00 AM
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Could This Supplement Help With Migraines?
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A migraine headache can wreck an entire day. Medications are available to reduce their length and severity, but control of migraines isn't always a simple process. But research indicates this common supplement could prevent more migraine headaches from occurring in the first place and that's really good news.Migraines, which can cause a range of symptoms including flashing lights, tunnel vision, throbbing... 1/23/2020 8:00:00 AM
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