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HEALTHY EATING Even if you can’t eat dairy, there are plenty of foods that can help you meet your recommended daily calcium intake. * Calcium-fortified soy and almond milk * Tofu * Calcium-fortified orange juice * Sardines * Edamame * Kale, collard greens, broccoli * Figs * White beans * Okra © American Institute for […]
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MEDICAL NEWS High blood pressure is a common problem. About half of American adults have it. In fact, many people have dangerously high blood pressure and don’t even know it. This is because high blood pressure often has no symptoms and puts you at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney failure. What
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HEALTHY EATING Sometimes the best parts of the vegetables get thrown in the trash. So next time you’re cooking up vegetables and are about to toss out those extra parts, stop. Many vegetable parts are perfectly edible and are packed with nutrients and flavor. Here are some tips from the American Institute for Cancer Research
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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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WELL-BEING Floods, tornadoes and hurricanes are common stories in the news. Would you and your family be ready for these weather disasters and other unexpected events, such as a house fire or a terrorist attack? The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the US Department of Homeland Security wants you to learn what you need
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WELL-BEING Each June, the National Safety Council celebrates National Safety Month. This year’s theme is “Safety: It takes all of us.” Join the Council and thousands of organizations across the country to reduce the risk of these key safety issues: Week 1: Prevent prescription drug abuse * Ask your doctor about the risk of addiction
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WELL-BEING The painful symptoms of arthritis affect 50 million adults and 300,000 children. If arthritis symptoms interfere with your daily life, talk with your doctor about ways to manage your symptoms. A variety of options may be available to help you, including prescriptions, over-the-counter pain relievers, and natural supplements. Though many vitamins, herbs, and other
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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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