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Can this drink increase your risk of stroke?

July 22, 2019

These drinks may give you a burst to meet a deadline, but consuming them is linked to serious health problems, including an increased risk of...

tags: caffeine , health risks , ingredients , newsletter , stroke

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Can a walk in the woods really make you happier?

July 15, 2019

Forest therapy is a traditional Japanese practice gaining fans around the world. Learn how walking in nature can ease your mind and boost your...

tags: calming , health benefits , nature , newsletter , senses , stress relieving

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Is ghee actually healthy?

July 8, 2019

Certain diets like Keto and Whole30 suggest that ghee is a healthier cooking oil. But ghee is really just clarified butter, so is this really...

tags: cholesterol , dairy , diets , fat , health , newsletter

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6 worst things you can do for your brain

June 24, 2019

Though you can't prevent dementia and cognitive decline, there are some steps you can take to help set you on the path to better brain health...

tags: alzheimer's , dementia , health , newsletter , risks , sleep

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9 of the worst health mistakes men make

June 17, 2019

A whopping 6 out of 10 men don't go to the doctor when they should. Find out the reasons why.

tags: behavior , diabetes , health , men , newsletter , obesity , physical activity

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7 Ways Mothers Make the World a Healthier Place

May 6, 2019

Mothers can help shape the healthy habits and behaviors of the next generation. Their influence may begin even before pregnancy and have a lasting...

tags: children , health , mother , newsletter , school

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Intermittent Fasting: What Really Happens to Your...

April 1, 2019

Here’s what we know about intermittent fasting so far–what it is and how it affects your body, along with tips should you choose ...

tags: diet , health , if , newsletter , weight loss

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4 Thoughts on Women's Health in 2019

March 25, 2019 by Michelle Stoddard, PA-C

If you are like most women, you are really good at taking care of everyone else's needs in your life. But do you do a good enough job taking ...

tags: women's health

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Tell-Tale Heart Attack Signs in Women

March 16, 2019

It's no secret that men's and women's bodies work differently. That's why it's important to know the tell-tale signs — for women

tags: heart health , women's health

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Lower Your Blood Pressure in 30 Seconds

August 28, 2018

Practicing this exercise for just 30 seconds can give your cardiovascular health a boost.

tags: blood pressure , cardiology , cardiovascular health , deep breathing , exercise , heart , hypertension

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Whole Grain Pasta Improves Blood Pressure

August 28, 2018

A recent study showed that a diet high in whole grains may assist in lowering high blood pressure by as much as 20 percent.

tags: blood pressure , healthy eating , heart health , whole grains , whole wheat pasta

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6 Weird Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight

August 21, 2018

If you’re eating right and exercising, but still can’t seem to lose weight, some unexpected factors could be to blame. We spoke with...

tags: blood pressure , cardiology , cardiovascular health , deep breathing , exercise , heart , hypertension

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Exercise Benefits: Feel Happy for 12 Hours

June 26, 2018

That's what a study revealed. A short, moderately paced workout produced feel-good brain chemicals that lasted up to 12 hours afterward.

tags: exercise , happiness , mental health , physical health , work out

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How Furry Friends Help You Live Longer

June 12, 2018

Three concurrent studies revealed that pet ownership offers lots of physical and emotional advantages, including better self-esteem, better physical...

tags: loneliness , mental health , pet therapy , physical health

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Can You Get Alzheimer’s Disease When You’re Young?

June 7, 2018

We rightly associate Alzheimer's disease with an older population. Most people who develop this progressive brain disorder are age 65 and older...

tags: alzheimer's , behavioral health , dementia , early-onset dementia , mental health

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Loneliness May Be Deadlier Than Obesity

June 5, 2018

Loneliness isn't the same thing as being alone. Rather, it's a feeling of loss or sadness due to a lack of meaningful social connections. If ...

tags: antisocial , health risk , isolation , loneliness , mental health , sleep deprivation

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These injuries send 9.2 million kids to the hospital...

April 19, 2018

The number one cause of death in American kids is unintentional injuries. Protect your child from concussions and more, with these tips from ...

tags: childrens health , injuries , pediatrics

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Your Guide to Aspirin and Heart Health

February 15, 2018

HCA expert Ashesh Parikh, DO helps clear up the confusion about the risks and benefits of taking aspirin for your heart.

tags: aspirin , heart attacks , heart disease , heart health

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The 4 Worst Things for Your Bones

September 28, 2017

About half of women and a quarter of men will break a bone sometime in their lives because they have osteoporosis (a condition characterized ...

tags: bone health , bone loss , calcium , calcium for bones , how can i prevent osteoporosis , mens health , orthopedics , osteoporosis , preventing bone loss , womens health

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4 Steps to Better Eye Health

August 14, 2017

Your eyes add more depth to each daily experience. Simply put, they're one of your most prized possessions.

tags: diabetic eye disease , glaucoma , macular degeneration , uva radiation , uvb radiation , uv rays , vision health

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Can this drink increase your risk of stroke?

Can this drink increase your risk of stroke?

Can a walk in the woods really make you happier?

Is ghee actually healthy?

6 worst things you can do for your brain

9 of the worst health mistakes men make

7 Ways Mothers Make the World a Healthier Place

Intermittent Fasting: What Really Happens to Your...

4 Thoughts on Women's Health in 2019

Tell-Tale Heart Attack Signs in Women

Lower Your Blood Pressure in 30 Seconds

Whole Grain Pasta Improves Blood Pressure

6 Weird Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight

Exercise Benefits: Feel Happy for 12 Hours

How Furry Friends Help You Live Longer

Can You Get Alzheimer’s Disease When You’re Young?

Loneliness May Be Deadlier Than Obesity

These injuries send 9.2 million kids to the hospital...

Your Guide to Aspirin and Heart Health

The 4 Worst Things for Your Bones

4 Steps to Better Eye Health

Healthy Living

Healthy Living

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