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SUCCESS OVER STRESS The average person has over 40,000 thoughts roaming through his or her mind on any given day, perhaps even more. As impressive as that might sound, there’s a catch. About 80% of these thoughts are repeats from the previous day, week, month or even year. Here is another catch. Most of these […]
MEDICAL NEWS If someone were having a stroke, would you recognize the signs? Would you know what to do? These are important questions to consider. During a stroke, brain cells are damaged due to a blood clot or rupture of a blood vessel in the brain. This can lead to serious disability and death. According
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BE FIT You’re hearing more about sports-related concussions. Why? Because there are simply more of them. Like 3 million each year, says the CDC. Does anyone suspected of having a concussion need a CT or MRI scan right away? Dr. Howard Derman, director of the Methodist Concussion Center in Houston, explains. While there is damage
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WELL-BEING Simple living is not really that simple-but results from a recent study at University of the Sciences indicate that reducing the clutter and narrowing your possessions, activities, and thoughts can play a key role in boosting your mental and physical health. “People generally look to simplify their lives for a number of reasons-most commonly
MEDICAL NEWS Psoriasis is a condition that causes skin cells to grow too quickly. These extra skin cells build up and form scaly patches, redness or a rash. There are several different types of psoriasis that look and feel different. Sometimes, a person may have one type of psoriasis and it later turns into another
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SELF-CARE CORNER Sunglasses are a great fashion item, but their most important job is to protect your eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Prolonged exposure to the sun can damage the surface tissues, cornea, and lens of the eye. It has also been linked to cataract, macular degeneration, and temporary vision loss. Through its EyeSmart®
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WORK LIFE A commute is just a part of life for many working people. But whether you spend that time on a bus, train, or in a car, your commute doesn’t have to be a low point in your day. Instead, use that time to make your day better! Try these tips: *Practice relaxation.If you’re
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BE FIT Think of your next exercise workout as a “fun run” or as a well-deserved break, and you’ll eat less afterward. By thinking of it as exercise or as a workout, you’ll later eat more dessert and snacks to reward yourself. These new findings from the Cornell Food and Brand Lab involved two studies
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HEALTHY EATING Don’t settle for a restaurant smoothie that likely has loads of added sugar and very little nutrition. Instead, use this formula to make your own smoothies at home. All you need is a blender or juicer and the fresh ingredients you enjoy. Have fun with it and try different ingredients each time until
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Do finances keep you awake at night? If so, you’re not alone. More than 75 percent of Americans say money is a big source of stress, according to the American Psychological Association (APA). Although we can’t always change our financial problems right away, we can learn to cope with this type of stress.
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