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FINANCIAL HEALTH A healthy debt-to-income ratio is an indicator of financial stability. Just as the term implies, this ratio compares the amount of money you pay toward debt against your income. A stable debt-to-income ratio is anything 43% and lower. Someone with a higher percentage may struggle to make ends meet and keep up with […]
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HEALTHY EATING While many factors that affect fertility are beyond your control, lifestyle habits are something you can change for the better when trying to conceive. Eating a nutritious diet and maintaining a healthy weight put your body in the right condition for reproduction. Choosing a quality diet is an essential part of the process.
HEALTHY EATING If you try a complete diet overhaul at once, you may get overwhelmed. You can make it easier by not doing too much at once. Focus on one or two things you want to change and stick with those. Keep comfort foods, but tweak them Many people think they must give up all
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BE FIT If you play sports, shoes are important. Wearing the wrong shoes can sideline you with foot injuries and pain. Follow these guidelines to keep feet happy. Basketball, tennis and volleyball shoes should have: * A thick, stiff sole that absorbs impact * High ankle construction for quick changes in direction * Lighter weight
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HEALTHY EATING The word “detox” is a popular term in diets today. Many detox diets and plans promise to help your body flush out toxins and get you healthier. Some detox diets follow extreme guidelines like: * Fasting (not eating) for long periods * Drinking only special detox drinks or juices * Using supplements or
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SELF-CARE CORNER Hair loss is a normal part of life and aging. The average person loses 100 strands of hair from their scalp every day. Usually, these hairs grow back as part of a hair follicle’s lifecycle. However, as people get older, hair loss usually outpaces hair regrowth. In addition, some people may be susceptible
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WELL-BEING It’s a good idea to regularly disinfect surfaces in your home. This can help prevent you or others from getting sick. Here’s how to do it safely: * Check that your disinfectant is EPA-approved. Look for an EPA registration number on the product. * Read all the directions and warnings on the package. *
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WELL-BEING Many people have their phones in pockets or purses all the time. Is this safe? Cell phones and RF waves When they are turned on, cell phones give off radiofrequency (RF) waves. When a person holds a cell phone up to their ear, they are exposed to the RF waves from the phone. At
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HEALTHY EATING Detox or cleansing diets are a popular way to make a change and cut calories quickly. But, do they really work? How do detox diets work? Detox diets use a variety of techniques in an attempt to “cleanse” the body. These include: * Fasting * Juicing * Herbs * Supplements * Colon cleanses
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SELF-CARE CORNER If you or a family member sleepwalks, you may know the signs well. It often involves doing some of the following during sleep: * Sitting up * Walking around * Talking * Getting food or eating When a person is sleepwalking, it can be confusing or even frightening for others in the house.
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