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HEALTHY EATING You probably already know that oatmeal is healthy, and perhaps you’ve been told it “sticks to your ribs.” But what’s the science behind oatmeal’s healthy history? Oatmeal can keep you full Avoid a mid-morning hunger attack, and you’ll be less tempted to pick up a donut. Oatmeal contains a special kind of fiber […]
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WELL-BEING If you avoid wearing dark clothing because of those tell-tale dandruff flakes, know this. “Many people believe dandruff is caused by poor hygiene, but this simply isn’t true,” said Dr. Adam J. Friedman, professor and dermatologist at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. “Rather than try to remedy dandruff by over-shampooing or over-brushing your
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HEALTHY EATING Olive oil is a more healthful choice than many other cooking fats. Using olive oil in place of saturated fats has been shown to help lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol levels, which is why olive oil is heart healthy. Know these facts about olive oil, from the North American Olive Oil
SELF-CARE CORNER Your dentist and dental hygienist inspect your mouth for oral cancers when you show up for your regular dental cleanings. But between visits, take note of these early warning signs, and see your dental professional if they do not improve or disappear after 2 to 3 weeks: * A sore, or soreness or
MEDICAL NEWS Opioid misuse is one of the biggest health problems facing the U.S. today. The National Institutes of Health says about 2 million people in the U.S. have an opioid misuse disorder. Opioids are powerful medicines used to treat pain. They may be prescribed to people after they have surgery or get injured. Some
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WELL-BEING Pregnancy is a time of big changes in a woman’s body. As hormones shift and the body works to nourish the baby, a number of uncomfortable symptoms can arise. One of the most common is nausea and vomiting, commonly called morning sickness. Fortunately, many women find some relief with some diet and lifestyle changes.
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HEALTHY EATING When it comes to eating right, it’s easy to get frustrated. It seems there’s always a new diet in the news, telling you to avoid certain foods or only eat certain things. How do you know what works and what’s just a fad? Every five years, the U.S. Department of Agriculture issues new
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HEALTHY EATING When dining out, two things that affect your menu choices the most are what you see on the menu and how you imagine it will taste. But what you order may have less to do with what you want and more to do with a menu’s layout and descriptions, according to a Cornell
WELL-BEING Why wait to create a new you? Live your best life now. This advice comes from researchers at Washington University: *Learn something new.Take a class in a subject you enjoy or are curious about. Check your community colleges for noncredit continuing education classes. Rekindle your love of learning. *Volunteer.It’s good for your physical and
WELL-BEING Would you choose that soda if you were told how many miles you needed to walk to burn off the calories? You’d choose a lower calorie drink if you saw signs explaining how many miles you would need to walk to burn off the calories in that sugary drink. Research at Johns Hopkins, reported
