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Plant a Great Vegetable Garden

Beth Levine — Thu, 16 May 2019 06:12:32 +0000

Since May 19 is World Plant a Vegetable Garden Day, we thought this would be a good time for everyone to plant a garden. Here are six good starter suggestions.

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Diet and Nutrition

Avoiding Summer Health Pitfalls

Beth Levine — Wed, 15 May 2019 06:14:52 +0000

While many of us are thrilled that summer is here, there are certain health pitfalls that can definitely put a damper on our summer enjoyment.

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Heart Health

Should You Eat the New Fake Meats?

Hiyaguha Cohen — Tue, 14 May 2019 22:35:12 +0000

Over time, meat substitutes have gotten increasingly more like real meat. The question is, are these newer, so-called virtuous alternatives to meat healthier than the real meat they mimic?

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Diet and Nutrition

A Simple Trick to Lose Weight and Prevent Diabetes

Beth Levine — Tue, 14 May 2019 22:00:57 +0000

According to new research, a common food additive might be contributing to health and weight problems.

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Weight Management

Hypertension and Job Stress and Poor Sleep…Oh My!

Beth Levine — Fri, 10 May 2019 18:28:33 +0000

A study found that hypertension, a stressful job, and insufficient sleep is a combination that may increase the likelihood of dying prematurely from heart disease.

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Heart Health

Lower Blood Pressure With a Small Dietary Change

Beth Levine — Thu, 09 May 2019 22:34:19 +0000

Switching out some of the saturated fat in a person’s diet for a handful of walnuts a day just might add up to a big difference over time in cardiovascular risk.

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Diet and Nutrition

Eight Things to Love About Tai Chi

Hiyaguha Cohen — Tue, 07 May 2019 06:26:46 +0000

April 27th was World Tai Chi Day! Here are eight things to know that can help you reap maximum benefit from tai chi.

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Exercise

Lots of Hot Air: Bathroom Hand Dryers

Hiyaguha Cohen — Sat, 04 May 2019 06:00:08 +0000

What is better? Hand dryers or towels? There are numerous studies comparing dryers to towels and a lot of controversy on the subject. Learn more...

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Colds, Flus, & Infectious Diseases

Do You Have Pogonophobia?

Hiyaguha Cohen — Fri, 03 May 2019 00:55:14 +0000

A new study found that the typical beard carries more germs than does dog fur. Are beards safe?

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Colds, Flus, & Infectious Diseases

Obesity and Brain Shrinkage

Beth Levine — Wed, 01 May 2019 16:55:33 +0000

Carrying excessive weight is bad for your heart, increases your risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, and might decrease your lifespan. But did you ever think that obesity could shrink your brain?

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Alzheimer's and Dementia