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Watch for these signs of sleep apnea

March 1, 2021

Left untreated, sleep apnea can be deadly. Learn the common signs of sleep apnea to look for, how doctors diagnose the condition and available...

tags: blood pressure , breathing , newsletter , sleep apnea , snoring , weight

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Minimize holiday stress: 5 tips to unwind

December 14, 2020

The holidays can be a stressful time for everyone. Check out these five tips for combatting seasonal stress.

tags: depression , exercise , meditation , newsletter , sleep , stress

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Decoding cravings: Why your body craves junk food

November 9, 2020

Junk food cravings can sabotage an otherwise healthy diet. Find out why they happen and tips to curb your cravings.

tags: dieting , high-calorie foods , newsletter , sleep , stress , weight gain

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How sleep loss affects your health

September 7, 2020

Find out how not getting enough sleep can lead to adverse health effects, like heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and more.

tags: blood pressure , health , heart disease , newsletter , sleep hygiene , sleep schedule

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5 self–care day ideas

July 27, 2020

When is the last time you took time out of a busy day to focus on yourself? Here are five self-care day ideas to help you slow down and find...

tags: exercise , newsletter , relaxation , sleep

8 min Read Time

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Could a supplement help keep your mind sharp?

June 8, 2020

Worried about dementia? There are ways you can protect your mind, but brain supplements may not be the answer. Learn how to be a smart shopper...

tags: diet , exercise , heart health , newsletter , sleep , supplements

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Stress less for better health

May 11, 2020

While stress is a normal reaction to certain situations and events, chronic stress that lasts for days or weeks can have a lasting negative...

tags: anxiety , mental disorders , newsletter , sleep

3 min Read Time

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Do weighted blankets really work?

November 18, 2019

Weighted blankets have been used to help people with sensory conditions like autism sleep better, and they may hold sleep benefits for others...

tags: anxiety , newsletter , relaxation , sleep

2 min Read Time

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Why poor sleep could derail your weight loss goals

August 12, 2019

Poor sleep affects more than your energy level and alertness. Learn why it can trigger a cascade of hormonal changes that may lead to weight ...

tags: appetite , exercise , hormones , metabolic-problems , newsletter , sleep

7 min Read Time

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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

4 min Read Time

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How Often Should You Really Be Washing Your Sheets?

April 22, 2019

Bedding can be a breeding ground for bacteria. Just how often should you wash your sheets?

tags: bacteria , bedding , newsletter , sleep , wash

Healthy Living

Healthy Living

Watch for these signs of sleep apnea

Watch for these signs of sleep apnea

Minimize holiday stress: 5 tips to unwind

Decoding cravings: Why your body craves junk food

How sleep loss affects your health

5 self–care day ideas

Could a supplement help keep your mind sharp?

Stress less for better health

Do weighted blankets really work?

Why poor sleep could derail your weight loss goals

6 worst things you can do for your brain

How Often Should You Really Be Washing Your Sheets?

Healthy Living

Healthy Living

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