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This week, Hollywood starlet Angelina Jolie announced that she underwent a preventative double mastectomy procedure a couple of months ago, after learning that she was at high risk of developing breast and ovarian cancers. Continue reading
We all know what it feels like to drag through the day, or even part of the day. It is normal to have dips and rises in energy in relation to what we are doing and eating. However, rather than reach for that “sugary” treat that will do more harm than good, try one of these five great tips to get your blood flowing and your body energized. Continue reading
New Year’s resolutions, just like any other resolutions are not really an accurate prediction of one’s behavior. The word resolution means a firm decision to do or not do something. However, there are two parts to every resolution. There is thought, and there is action. Many people have great intentions or great thoughts, but they are not supported by action. Continue reading
So, you have finally decided to cancel your gym membership and set up your own home gym. Contrary to what you might think, there are only a few essential pieces of equipment needed to complete your gym. Many people find that working out at home is much easier than making time for a trip to the gym. There is no need to dedicate a whole room for your home gym either, a small space is plenty for you to get a fantastic workout and keep in top shape. Here are our top five picks for the complete home gym. Continue reading
With summer just around the corner, many people are in the midst of planning a vacation. There are some things that we like to come back from vacation with like a good tan or a cool souvenir, but an extra ten pounds is not necessarily on this list. However, without a little extra planning and thought, the pounds can easily accumulate, leaving you feeling guilty and frustrated when you return home. The perfect vacation is one that allows you to enjoy all the freedom of being away from home while sticking to the things that matter most, like your health. Here are a few tips to keep you in line this summer while still allowing you to have a great time. Continue reading
We clean our bodies with soap and water, our hands with soap and water, our clothes with soap and water but our bottoms with dry paper…… does that make sense? Not everyone everywhere has the same hygiene methods – the Japanese toilet is like a toilet with a hair dryer, other cultures use bidets or hand held shower-type cleaning devices and in some countries, sponges, soft towels or wet naps are the preferred method of cleansing. But what is really best to take care of business? Continue reading
Q: We’re trying to get pregnant. I’ve heard so much about how chemicals in plastics can harm a fetus – and cause a child to have learning problems and illnesses. So, I want some advice on how to protect my baby. – Alice W., Milwaukee Continue reading
When you think of ways to reduce stress, you may conjure up images of a nice hot bubble bath, a relaxing swing in a hammock or maybe even a yoga session. While these are all excellent ways to relax and reduce tension, research shows that owning or even spending time around a dog may have similar effects. In fact, a new study shows that spending time around furry friends can result in both physical as well as emotional benefits, including social support and stress reduction. Continue reading
Not all smoothies are created equal. In fact, unless you use healthy ingredients, there is positively no health benefit derived from throwing a bunch of junk in a blender and breaking it all up. Junk is junk, no matter how you blend it. However, blending healthy fruits, vegetables and other nutrient-dense ingredients together makes eating healthy convenient. It is easier to drink a smoothie than to eat a whole bowl of berries, a banana, some kale, a little flax seed and raw honey, for instance. Smoothies, made right, can easily take the place of a meal and are a fantastic way to give your body what it craves without all the fuss of cutting, slicing and dicing. Continue reading
It’s not just American adults who are getting larger, childhood obesity rates have risen by 50% in adolescents in the … Keep Reading
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