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by Gerry Morton If there's anything you recall from high school biology class, it's that amino acids are building blocks of life. They create the very proteins that, after water, make up most of our body weight. They're used to build proteins for enzymes, hormones, neurotransmitters, and antibodies.Our body has the ability to manufacture 11 of the 20 amino acids we need to function right. It's our responsibility to... 4/26/2016 7:00:00 AM
by Gerry Morton I'd like to share a list that I've compiled with some of my favorite go-to fast foods. I always make a point of ensuring these are in my pantry or fridge. Essentially, they are my stuck-in-a-rut, no-time-patience-or-self-control-for-recipes, so-hungry-I-could-eat-a-horse moments.Maybe you were stuck in traffic longer than expected. Perhaps you were hoping to stretch out last night's leftovers to tonight's... 4/26/2016 7:00:00 AM
by Elijah Waeterling Smartphones and wearable fitness tracking devices have become tremendously popular fitness tools in recent years, and according to iDrop News, various companies across the United States have even begun to provide Apple Watches to their employees because of the immense health benefits these devices offer. Thanks to the multitude of apps available it’s now easier than ever to reach your goals, and more... 4/25/2016 7:00:00 AM
by Stephanie Hovian It is claimed that God said, "It is not good that man should be alone." I believe he was referring to having dogs as faithful companions. That's how pets, dogs specifically, became famous for "being man's best friend." All joking aside, about two-thirds of people claim to have a pet; furthermore 60 percent of those state their pet stays indoors and sleeps in their bed.Having a furry companion can benefit... 4/21/2016 7:00:00 AM
by Carolyn Lepore-Duke Focus on Others or Focus on Food? Everywhere we turn there is some sort of celebration or social event in our lives. As human beings we love socializing and getting together. Family gatherings, special events such as engagements, weddings, baby showers, and birthdays, are just a few examples that we engage in. As social beings, these celebrations bring families and friends closer together. It is interesting... 4/20/2016 7:00:00 AM
by James Maas It’s more than a myth that the ability to sleep long and deep decreases with age. Our get up-and-go seems to have gone. Yet, sleep is a necessity, not a luxury. Indeed, sleep is food for the brain and we need it in order to be fully alert, dynamic and at our A-game all day long.The biggest sleep thief in middle age is stress. Whatever we can do to reduce tension in our lives will enable us to sleep... 4/19/2016 9:00:00 PM
by Fred Fletcher Some people say that knowledge is power. This is especially true when it comes to health matters. By knowing what health dangers are out there, for example, you can take measures to protect yourself. In other words, you can avoid succumbing to or being inflicted with something which may adversely affect your health--sometimes in permanent ways or, worse yet, leading to fatal consequences.While the... 4/19/2016 7:00:00 AM
by Desiree Hartsock Before the perfect mate will miraculously show up right before your eyes, there’s a little bit of soul searching that needs to be done. Without being aware of who you are, how will you know what the perfect mate for you will consist of?I’ve had my fair share of dating. The moments I confused lust for love or changed my life to be in his. Through each relationship I learned more about myself, till I... 4/15/2016 7:00:00 AM
by Natalie Michele There are a lot of pregnant women who complain about the aches and pains that they experience during pregnancy. This is normal because several parts of the body are becoming strained due to the growing bump that is protruding from your belly. Many pregnant women may want to get rid of the pain by getting a massage but they fear that getting a massage may be unsafe.Getting a massage is something that... 4/15/2016 7:00:00 AM
by Joseph Smith Alzheimer's disease and dementia can be somewhat of a mystery to people. Given this reality, there are a number of myths that have been generated over the years. These myths can obscure the understanding of dementia as well as the issues that families and friends of those who suffer from these diseases may face. Let's take a look at a few of the most common myths and the truth behind them. MYTH 1:... 4/14/2016 7:00:00 PM
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