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The Medical Benefits of Meditation

Self protection for stressful times.  ——- Meditation has long been part of Eastern practices and recommended by alternative health practitioners. With the widespread adoption of yoga, breathing exercises and general mindfulness, meditation has become much more mainstream and something many traditional physicians now recommend to their patients. According to the yoga equipment supply company Gaiam, […]

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Healthy Halloween Snacks

Is it possible to escape sugar overload?  ——- Candy is everywhere come Halloween. The National Confectioners’ Association reports that Halloween is the largest confectionary holiday, followed by Easter and Christmas. The National Retail Federation and NCA indicate the average American consumes 3.4 pounds of candy around Halloween, and 600 million pounds of candy are purchased […]

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A $60 Home Gym Home Gym!

It works.  ——- Ever since the pandemic of 2020 hit there have been a lot of products marketed online to promote at home fitness.  Many of the better ones come with a huge price tag and some have fallen by the wayside. Although we are very skeptical about low cost fitness gadgets, I decided to drop […]

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Age-Based Calorie Guidelines for Men

The human body changes quite a bit as a person ages. Men’s bodies indeed undergo significant changes during their lifetimes, and that’s reflected in various recommendations from health care experts. Men’s dietary needs change as their bodies age, and calorie consumption guidelines can help them avoid overeating. That’s no small benefit, as the MD Anderson […]

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Hydration is Key in Summer Heat

It is critical to reduce risk of heat illness. ——- Summer is a season to enjoy some fun in the sun, but it’s imperative that people remember to take steps to reduce their risk for heat illness. Those measures should include efforts to hydrate and remain hydrated throughout the day. The Centers for Disease Control […]

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How the Body Changes with Age

Help your body function at every age.  ——- Aging is an inevitable component of life. Young children often cannot wait until they get older because of the freedoms that seemingly come with being more mature. On the flip side, adults often wish they were young again. Time waits for no person, and with aging comes […]

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How to Live Longer!

75 percent of how we age is lifestyle.  ——- There are many reasons to get in shape. Weight loss is a prime motivator, as is reversing a negative health effect, such as high cholesterol or increased diabetes risk. Routine exercise also can improve life expectancy. WebMD says exercise keeps the body and brain healthy. That’s […]

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Age-based Calorie Guidelines for Men

The body changes as we age.  ——- The human body changes quite a bit as a person ages. A glance at a man’s face is a testament to the changes men’s bodies undergo during their lifetimes, as boys are not born with facial hair but begin to grow it during puberty. Men’s bodies indeed undergo […]

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