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BE FIT Winter weather doesn’t have to derail your exercise routine, says a Saint Louis University exercise expert. As you adjust to darker days, colder temperatures, and slippery surfaces, it’s important to be mindful of safety issues that come with the territory of winter workouts. “A change in weather should bring a change to your […]
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SELF-CARE CORNER When the summer sun beats down, many people flock to water for cooling relief and fun. Swimming, boating and water activities are a favorite pastime for many Americans. But, it’s important to know the dangers of water and how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. The Centers for Disease Control and
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients 7-8 lb. seedless watermelon, chilled 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 limes, juiced 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves 1-1/2 tsp salt 3/4 tsp pepper 1 cup crumbled feta cheese Directions Cut off watermelon rind and chop fruit into 1-inch chunks. Place chunks in a colander to drain. Chop up mint. Toss
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Can’t stand your in-laws? Work with someone you despise? People are often forced to deal with others they dislike either in a family- or work-related situation. A University of Missouri-Columbia communication professor looked at what people will do to distance themselves from those they dislike. * Interact with the person only in
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MEDICAL NEWS Dancing Dancing offers social interaction and a distraction from the day’s stress. It’s also a great way to get aerobic exercise. Dancing challenges the mind, which supports a healthy brain. Running Studies have shown aerobic exercise like running reduces anxiety and depression. Being active may also reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Sleeping
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HEALTHY EATING (With ingredients in the foods you already eat) Poor diet increases the risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and poor circulation-3 major factors that affect overall heart health. Know which nutrients and foods in your diet may decrease risk for heart disease-the number one cause of death in the U.S. Phytosterols:Compounds similar
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FAMILY LIFE Give presents that promote a healthy lifestyle. Keep health in mind when making your list and checking it twice. Ask for or give “Gift of Time Coupons” for shoveling snow, cooking a healthy meal, cleaning the house, and doing other active household chores throughout the year. © American Institute for Preventive Medicine
HEALTHY EATING Low-fat diets and low-fat foods have been around for years. But should we really be avoiding fat for better health? The answer isn’t simple. Although quantity of fat does matter, quality is also very important. Your body needs some fat to function and stay healthy. So, eating the right kinds of fats can
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WELL-BEING You check your smartphone 100 times a day, or spend 2 or more hours every day on a digital device, says The Vision Council. The result: digital eye strain. Digital eye strain-experienced by a majority of American adults-is characterized as temporary physical discomfort such as redness, irritation or dry eyes, blurred vision, eye fatigue,
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS You may have heard of post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, which happens when someone experiences a traumatic event. Many Veterans of the military, soldiers, prisoners of war, and victims of war experience PTSD. But, even those not involved with the military or war can experience PTSD. It can also be caused by:
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