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Could Super Bowl Fever Give You the Seasonal Flu?
The Super Bowl happens to line up with the peak of flu season, which means that attending a Super Bowl party could have you suffering from body aches, fever, and a cough the following week. In fact, a...
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Why BMI Is Not an Accurate Measure of Your Health
Focusing on preventive health is an effective strategy for minimizing costs in healthcare and reducing the impact of chronic and critical conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. In...
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5 Surprising Habits that Damage Your Heart
This month is American Heart Month, and it may have you thinking about making positive changes to improve your cardiac health and ensure a longer life. While you probably know by now that following a...
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Easy Ways to Give Your Diet a Healthy Makeover
Losing just 5-10 pounds of body fat can have a huge effect on your health with benefits including: reduced stress on your joints, lower blood pressure, and increased energy. While exercise is helpful...
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Where Is Salt Hiding in Your Diet?
As with many topics in the world of nutrition, there has been a long and heated debate over one ingredient that seems to be in just about everything: Salt. New York City has seen a resurgence of this...
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Is Sushi Really That Good For You?
Sushi bars are becoming increasingly popular these days, and a commonly cited reason for the buzz is that sushi offers a healthier alternative to many other standard dining options. And, when...
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Creepy Crawly Mutants: What You Should Know About Super Lice
There is currently a lot of buzz about super lice – or mutant lice – which might conjure up some horrifying images of 20-foot tall blood-sucking insects (or just make your scalp suddenly feel itchy)....
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Spring Cleaning for a Healthy Home
Spring is upon us, which means you might be planning to break out the soap and sponges and revitalize your home with the fresh feeling of cleanliness. Not only will spring cleaning give you a more...
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March Madness: Ways to Work Out While Watching the Game
In the excitement of March Madness, it is easy to get caught up watching players sweat it out on the court as you sit back, relax, and hope that you made accurate predictions in your bracket. To mix...
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Trick Your Taste Buds and Eat Healthier
When sugary treats and salty snacks taste so good, it can be a battle to eat healthy in the face of cravings. So what if you could trick yourself into craving healthier options so you actually make...
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Mixing Medications Is Not What the Doctor Ordered
When you go to the doctor with an illness, it’s likely you’ll be prescribed a medication to ease your symptoms and fight off an infection. While you might not think much about taking a new medication,...
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Unlocking the Benefits of Good Posture
Quick – pause and evaluate how you’re sitting. Chances are you’re slumped in your seat. Unfortunately, bad posture is an easy habit to maintain, since it’s simple to disengage your muscles while...
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4 Ways to Improve Your Community’s Health
This week is National Public Health Week, making it the perfect time to start thinking not only about your personal health, but the health of your local community as well. Currently, National Public...
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Do You Need to See a Doctor for Your Seasonal Allergies?
Spring has arrived, flowers are in bloom, green grass is growing, and your allergies are kicking into high gear. Along with the beauty of spring comes an upswing of pollen in the air, which for many...
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Health Benefits of Asparagus
Asparagus is a food that can be tricky to love. While asparagus does have a very distinctive flavor that might be considered an acquired taste, it also boasts a wide range of health benefits that...
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Sinus Infections: Myth v. Fact
If you’ve ever had a case of sinusitis, you know the discomfort and pain it can cause – but do you know what’s fact and what’s fiction when it comes to a sinus infection? Read on to learn about common...
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Debunking Myths About Natural Allergy Remedies
Seasonal allergies are not uncommon. In fact, most people will struggle with the itchy discomfort of seasonal allergies this spring. Because so many people suffer from allergies, there is a seemingly...
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Leveraging Technology to Work For (Not Against) You
Like most people, you probably have a love/hate relationship with your smartphone. You feel like you can’t leave the house without it, and may suffer a minor panic attack when your battery is low and...
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Start the Summer with a Sunny, Body-Positive Outlook
If you are gearing up for swimsuit season by reading up on the latest crash diets and beach body exercise routines, you might transition the way you set goals to improve your appearance and your...
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3 Reasons to Switch to a Mediterranean Style Diet
The Mediterranean diet is much more than just a fad — in fact it’s based on the centuries-old eating habits those who live in the Mediterranean. In contrast to other diets, a Mediterranean style diet...
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