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WORK LIFE Are you looking for ways to be your best at your job? No matter what kind of work you do, you can improve your overall health and productivity with some simple, everyday habits. Get enough sleep. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute says getting the right amount of rest helps you both […]
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MEDICAL NEWS You can love your heart, not just during heart month, but all year long. Let’s count the ways with Lori Daniels, MD, cardiologist at the University of California, San Diego Medical Center. She offers 5 easy ways, especially for people with heart disease, to love their hearts throughout the year. 1.One crème brulee
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MEDICAL NEWS If you’re age 50 or older, your doctor may have recommended you get a colonoscopy. This test, which uses a thin, lighted tube to view inside the colon and rectum, checks for: * Polyps, which are growths or bumps that could turn into cancer * Colorectal cancer (cancer in the colon and/or rectum)
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SELF-CARE CORNER 1.Bad breath:For fresh breath, brush twice a day, floss daily, drink plenty of water, see your dentist regularly, and don’t smoke. If bad breath persists, talk to your dentist or doctor. 2.Tooth decay:When cavities are left untreated, they can get worse and lead to infections and loss of teeth. Get cavities filled quickly
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS When life gets stressful, it’s natural to reach for “comfort foods” high in fat and calories. Macaroni and cheese, fried foods, and sugary desserts are often appealing when we feel anxious or overwhelmed. Unfortunately, these foods are probably doing more harm than good. They can make you feel sluggish and cause a
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SELF-CARE CORNER 1. Drink more water. Staying hydrated can give you more energy to be active. 2. Don’t drink soda. Sugary drinks add extra calories and no nutrition. Try to cut back or skip them all together. 3. Get exercise. Don’t worry about getting exercise every single day. If you miss a day or two,
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BE FIT When it comes to exercise, any amount is better than none. The National Institutes of Health recommends at least 30 minutes a day most days of the week. But, this amount is hard for many people to fit into their day. What if you could get healthier with less exercise? Some research suggests
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SELF-CARE CORNER UCLA experts encourage you to protect your colon health: 1. Get regular colorectal cancer screenings starting at age 50 if you are at normal risk. 2. Talk to your doctor about screenings before age 50 if you are at higher risk. This could be due to a personal or family history of colorectal
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HEALTHY EATING It can be especially hard to avoid extra pounds when there’s holiday food everywhere you turn. Stick to the basics of healthy eating so you can make it to the new year without regrets. 1.Drink more water:Drinking water before you eat may help you feel fuller and eat less. 2.Skip the soda, hot
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SELF-CARE CORNER “Whether you’re turning 30, 40, 50, 65, or 90, there’s no reason to assume you’re doomed to decline after a certain age-especially if you’re doing everything you can to stay healthy and active,” says Colin Milner, CEO of the International Council on Active Aging. Milner offers the following “E-tips” to help you extend
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