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  • Food Poisoning: Meaty Madness

    Summer fun often includes outdoor cookouts. Who doesn’t like good food grilled to perfection? Sadly, food poisoning can make things less appetizing — fast. When temps and spirits are high, so is the risk for food contamination at your wee...
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  • How to Prepare the Day of Your First 5K Race

    You’ve been training over the past few months to run your first 5K. It’s exciting, but it can also be nerve racking if you’re not a seasoned runner. Are you prepared for the event? Is there anything else you should be doing or think...
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  • Fun Fitness for the Entire Family

    “I’m bored!’ “There’s nothing to do!” How many times have we heard this from our kids? If you grew up before the age of video games, your first response might be, “Go outside!” On second thought, this m...
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  • Preventing Decay with Dental Sealants

    Tooth decay is the most common ongoing childhood disease in the United States. Nearly half of all children between six and 11 years old have cavities. Fortunately, tooth decay can be stopped with good oral care. There is one tool parents appreciate...
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  • Preventing Stroke in Women of All Ages

    Stroke can happen in an instant, and it can be a life-altering event. It inspires a fair amount of fear and worry in many. And for good reason. A stroke can strike anyone — no matter your age, ethnicity or sex. There is no typical stroke victi.....
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  • Diabetes and the Effects on the Body

    Diabetes is all about blood sugar and insulin. When blood sugar levels get out of control, it opens the door to serious diseases and organ damage in your body. Here’s how. After a meal, your body breaks down food and drink into proteins,...
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  • Know Your Numbers: The Hottest Digits In Your Phone Are Yours

    Your health stats offer vital clues about your overall health. When you pay attention to your weight, blood pressure readings and cholesterol levels, you do yourself a solid. Your risks for heart disease, stroke, diabetes and some cancers can all...
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  • Calories in Versus Calories Out: The Crux of Weight Loss

    Knowing how many calories you’re eating versus how many you’re burning often seems like a mystery. Feeling like you’re in the dark is one reason it can be hard to maintain a healthy body weight. If we don’t understand it, how...
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  • Make Waves: Swim for Your Health

    You really want to exercise. Still, the thought of working up a sweat in cross-trainers isn’t your idea of a good time. Here’s something you might like. In fact, this alternative may be even more effective than running, biking, dancing or...
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  • Pet Care Equals Pet Power

    Did you know your four-legged friend affects your health? Just owning a pet can improve your overall health and wellness. For instance, a dog can help increase your physical activity. A pet can also reduce stress and even boost your children’s ....
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  • Wonder What Your Heart Does During Cardiovascular Exercise?

    Are you a cardio junkie? Maybe you like to run laps at a local track. Or walk a route around your neighborhood. Maybe you test your mettle on a grueling bike ride. Or challenge your endurance on the elliptical. Every one of them will get your heart...
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  • Who Packed the Salmonella? Preventing Picnic Pitfalls

    Picnics, pool parties and backyard barbeques make summer fun. Naturally, good food is sure to be a big part of the fun-in-the-sun festivities. But before you get your grill on, remember this important bit of info. Hot temps boost the risk for food...
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  • The Not-So-Sweet Side of Sugar

    Who doesn’t like a warm cookie right out of the oven? A slice of pie made from scratch? Or a double-scoop cone on a hot summer day? A sweet treat is one of life’s simple pleasures, right? As tasty as they may be, foods with a lot of sugar...
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  • Emotional Health: The Forgiveness Letter

    “As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom, I knew if I didn't leave my bitterness and hatred behind, I'd still be in prison.”Nelson Mandela Forgiveness transforms anger. It's liberating. It frees you from rev...
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  • Three Things You May Not Know About Skin Cancer

    Even though skin cancer is the most common cancer, many people don’t think they’re at risk. But everyone needs to protect their skin and pay attention to any changes. Protect Your Skin To protect your skin, you need to know the risks. Man...
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