HEALTHY EATING When it comes to leafy greens, spinach and kale get most of the attention. But leafy greens are so nutritious. Why limit yourself to just two types? Swiss chard has less bitterness than kale, and offers plenty of important nutrients. Plus, this time of year, swiss chard is plentiful at farmers’ markets or […]
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HEALTHY EATING Nuts often get a reputation as being unhealthy. We add them to cookies and ice cream. People eat them by the handful at parties. But do nuts deserve a bad rap? Concerns about calories For years, many people avoided nuts because they are high in calories and fat. However, newer research finds that
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Many people joke about stress causing gray hair. But new evidence suggests this old “myth” is actually true. The body’s stress response, known as fight-or-flight, plays a part in making hair turn gray sooner. Why hair has color Your hair contains special stem cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes live in the hair follicle
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SELF-CARE CORNER Your digestive system plays a big part in your overall health. It breaks down food and drinks into nutrients. These nutrients are used for energy, growth, cell repair and more. But, we all know how digestive problems can be uncomfortable or downright dangerous. Problems like constipation, diarrhea, nausea, heartburn and bloating can quickly
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WELL-BEING If there’s one habit that’s good for everyone’s health, it’s hand washing. But is hand sanitizer just as good as soap and water? Maybe not. Hand sanitizers: * Do not get rid of all germs. * Don’t work well when hands have dirt or grease on them. * May not remove dangerous chemicals, like
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SELF-CARE CORNER Good balance is essential for healthy aging. The ability to maintain and recover your equilibrium as you move helps protect you from injury and falls. Your independence depends on your ability to balance. Almost every activity necessary for daily life relies on safe movement. As people age, preserving balance protects quality of life
WELL-BEING While New Year’s resolutions might be popular, they often don’t last past January. This year, skip the resolutions and try a word of the year instead. A word of the year is a single word that serves as a guide or theme for what you would like to focus on this year. Examples include
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS It’s part of human nature to search for meaning. Research has found a link between a positive perception of the meaning of life and overall health and well-being. * Discover your values. What things truly matter to you? * Explore your passions. What things make you feel happy? * Identify your skills.
SELF-CARE CORNER A first aid kit is an essential self-care item that should always be handy. A well-stocked kit prepares you for any situation or emergency that may arise. If you don’t have a first aid kit, you can purchase ready-made kits at most pharmacies. Ideally, you should have a kit for your home as
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MEDICAL NEWS Every year, millions of people get the flu. Some get very sick and need to be hospitalized. Thousands of people die from the flu every year. This year as we battle COVID-19, getting a flu shot is more important than ever. Flu shots decrease the chance that you will be hospitalized or die
