Noise pollution and air pollution are pretty common nuisances. Whether it’s loud music from your neighbor or smog in the air, you’ve probably dealt with both of these are various points in your life. I know I have! But there’s another type of pollution you may not be as familiar with, and it’s affecting your […]
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I often look at nutrition labels on food products. Sometimes, I want to know what all the ingredients are. Other times, I’m curious or concerned about the fat, sodium or sugar in what I am about to buy or eat. One thing I’ve noticed each time is that, in the small print, it says the
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Now that you’ve had a laugh at the title–I did when I typed it… we’ve got to have fun, folks!–I do have to get serious. Guys, if you’re peeing too much, it could be the sign of a health problem. We tend to treat going to the bathroom to pee as a minor annoyance, but
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We’re all getting older, folks, and our bodies are feeling the impact in some way. Even the healthiest person can’t stave off all of the effects of aging, and one area we all tend to feel it in is our joints. These somewhat delicate points of connection throughout our bodies see a lot of wear
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I’m sure you all know fiber is something that should be in your diet. After all, we’ve all seen the commercials promoting fiber as a supplement on its own and in foods for digestive health. This why we sadly eat tasteless whole wheat bran muffins or eat that special yogurt! The truth is that most
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Aerobics, folks, are a great way to get yourself moving, your heart rate pumping and to improve your overall physical condition and lose weight. But before you start your new aerobics or cardio routine, there are some things you’ve just got to keep in mind. As with any other exercise, always check with your doctor
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I would not have thought the Internet was good for weight loss, readers. Cat videos and shopping, sure, but not for keeping the pounds you just shed on your last fitness plan gone. As it turns out, I might be wrong about that. As reported by Time Magazine, one study found that the more often
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I’m positive, readers, that you’ve had rosemary more than once in your life in your food. Its famously sharp flavor and strong aroma have made it a staple in many styles of cuisine, including Italian and French. But did you know that rosemary has been used for centuries as an aid to boost brain health,
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We’ve all heard about blood sugar levels many times, folks, but I have to drive home how important it is to keep yours under control. A lot of people have blood sugar levels that are too high, which puts them on the road to diabetes, and they don’t even know it yet. According to the
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I bet, friends, you already know that working out is good for your behavioral health. It makes you feel better about yourself, relieves stress and tension, and triggers the release of the chemicals in your body that contribute to a happier state of mind. What we didn’t know is just how much exercise is needed
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