Health Concerns

Health Concerns

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The Life-Changing Magic of Doing Less

Many Americans define ourselves so entirely by what we do that when someone asks us how we’re doing, we don’t share our emotional state....
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Laughter Can Help to Prevent and Even Treat Heart Disease?

Philosopher Bertrand Russell once described laughter as “the most inexpensive and most effective wonder drug.” He may not have meant this literally, but recent...
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Is Obesity Contagious? New Research Says Yes

A few years back, a groundbreaking study of 12,000 people showed that your chances of becoming obese rise by 57% if you have friend...
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Did You Know… …Running May Make You Less Likely to Have Joint Problems?

Even avid runners often worry that the repetitive motion of running causes excessive wear and tear on their joints, and particularly their knees. This...
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Love Your Red Hot Chili Peppers and Live to be 100!

If you love spicy food, you’re in luck – it seems that spice may be the secret to extending your lifespan! Researchers at the...

Occasional Exercise—Does it Do Any Good?

Busy schedules and often overwhelming responsibilities have paved the way for a particular type of exerciser known as the weekend warrior. Weekend warriors go...
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The “Breakthrough Treatment” You Already Have In Your Cabinet

Recent research indicates that a drug familiar to many of us could save thousands of lives and reduce health care spending by close to...

Rewire Your Brain for Happiness With Two Proven Techniques

Being depressed can feel like being stuck in a bleak, hopeless loop. No matter what you try, you can’t convince your brain to reengage...
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Five Quick Tips for Dropping Holiday Pounds

The winter holidays have come and gone, but, according to a new study, the holiday weight gain may still be hanging around. Don’t be...
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Our Gourmet Sundried Tomato and Basil Breakfast Bake is Vegan AND Gluten-Free!

This breakfast bake is 100% vegan… 100% gluten free… and contains over two full servings of vegetables as well as enough protein to keep...