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As our bodies age, it gets increasingly difficult to find an effective sport that won’t cause us knee injury, lower back pain, and all kinds of aches and pains in our joints and muscles. Swimming is an excellent choice for anyone looking to get in a good cardio workout while engaging in a low-risk, non-impact sport. Especially during these hot summer months, water sports are ... Continue Reading
Bet you never considered that a visit to your local comedy club could positively affect your physical and emotional well-being. If you’ve ever heard someone say, “Laughter is the best medicine!” they weren’t wrong. In fact, they may not have realized just how true that statement is. Research shows astounding benefits of laughter, from increasing general happiness to decreasing ... Continue Reading
High blood cholesterol is a condition that plagues one out of three American adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (1) Considering the risks of high cholesterol—cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, heart attack, and stroke—it’s vital that we alter our diets to include more foods that positively impact blood cholesterol levels and ... Continue Reading
Flaxseed, also called linseed, are tiny brown seeds that are brimming with many different nutrients. This superfood is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, thiamin, and minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese. Flaxseed is also rich in lignans—polyphenols found in plants—which are known to reduce the risk of cancer and chronic disease. These ... Continue Reading
A rigorous review of the evidence shows that when it comes to heart attacks or mortality in general, saturated fats are not guilty. Don't believe the American Heart Association – butter, steak and coconut oil aren't likely to kill you! Read more in this post from Los Angeles Times. Last month, the American Heart Assn. once again went after butter, steak and especially coconut ... Continue Reading
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