30

Jan

Avoid Back Pain While Leaf Raking

Ah fall, how I love you. The sweaters, the apple cider, the crunching leaves (I will go out of my way to step on them, just to feel like a little kid again). The football, the pumpkins, the yard work.The yard work? All right, so technically, I don't do any yard wo...

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30

Jan

How to Eat a Healthier Thanksgiving Meal

Looking for ways to make your Thanksgiving feast more nutritious? Here are some suggestions for preparing dishes:Focus on plants first.Healthy up traditional Thanksgiving dishes by adding portions of fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans and herbs. “Cut back on boxed and pr...

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30

Jan

10 Telling Signs You Could Have Low Stomach Acid

You probably know that your skin would get burned if you poured stomach acid on it, yet we need stomach acid to maintain a healthy digestive system. In fact, low stomach acid levels can hinder nutrient absorption and cause digestive problems.Stomach acid helps break down pro...

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30

Jan

Is Tofurky Actually Healthy?

One of the most nostalgia-inducing and essential autumn smells is the waft of sweet potatoes, roasted Brussels, buttery pumpkin pie laced with cinnamon and cardamom, and turkey in the oven on Thanksgiving. But as more people adopt a plant-based or vegan lifestyle, that roast...

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30

Jan

15 Foods to Eat if You Have Heart Disease

If you're suffering from heart disease you’ll definitely want to make the switch to a plant-based diet. Research published in the journal Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases found that a plant-based diet slashes mortality risk from heart disease by...

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30

Jan

Want to Strengthen a Memory? Do This.

Sometimes you just have to take a step back and smell the roses—literally. If you're looking to strengthen your memories, the key may be breathing more through your nose.According to new research published in the Journal of Neuroscience, the way we choose to brea...

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30

Jan

Why Having a Pet (of Any Kind!) May Boost Your Mood and Keep Your Brain Healthy

Therapy animals have long been the trusted companions of people with disabilities. Now, animals of all kinds are proving their value to individuals with dementia as well as to those hoping to reduce their risk of brain disease.Physiology helps explain why animals are such effecti...

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30

Jan

Why Your Back Pain May Be Weight Related

In this day and age, it is not uncommon for someone to be overweight or obese. With the wide range of different food options available, it's no surprise that keeping your weight down can be more than a little difficult. Unfortunately, keeping your weight down is important w...

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30

Jan

Spinal Trauma: Beyond Spinal Cord Injury

When most people think of spinal trauma, spinal cord injury comes to mind. But there are other types of spinal trauma that affect your spinal column's vertebrae, intervertebral discs and nerves. Here, you’ll find an overview of spinal trauma, including treatments that...

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30

Jan

5 Simple Hip Stretches to Ease Back Pain and Improve Your Posture

Did you know that your hip area has more than 20 muscles? This means hip tightness can have a huge impact on your movement and posture. These simple hip stretches can help!WHY DO HIP STRETCHES?You may not notice your hips are tight until you try to do deep squats, but the tr...

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