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by Wellness Editor How often do you take over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers? Did you know you could be increasing your chances of serious, even life-threatening side effects? The benefits and risks are slightly different with each type, which makes some more risky than others depending on your health. We have the breakdown for you, so you can take appropriate steps if you feel that is necessary.OTC pain relievers... 11/26/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Frosting-coated cookies, butter-drenched veggies, gravy on everything, and carb-filled casseroles derail the dietary habits of many healthy adults during the holiday season. Some people choose these foods because they like how they taste, while others eat them because they evoke memories of fun family festivities and the sense of tradition and good family times is comforting and defines the holidays.Healthy... 11/25/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Holiday gift shopping should be personal and thoughtful. What better way to say you care than to pick out something that will encourage your loved ones to stay happy and healthy? Keep loved ones’ physical and mental wellbeing in mind when holiday shopping this year. Some healthy gift ideas include a fitness monitor, Edible Arrangements, bath bombs, a healthy cookbook, an adult coloring book, a fruit-infuser... 11/25/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Earbuds are abundant in most spaces anymore. From walking down the street to the coffee shop to the airport, everyone seems to have a pair and they're putting them to use. They’re lightweight, versatile and highly portable. But few realize that they also could be a source of infection. Here’s what all users should know. A Looming Threat of Infection Earbuds often look harmless enough. We might not... 11/25/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Janet Valenty Happiness is not something that just magically happens for some people but not for others. The way you view yourself, others, and the world around you is the key your own happiness. If you genuinely want to be happy more often than you are, you CAN make changes necessary to bring about that peace. Although everyone has bad periods in their lives that can last from hours to even months at a time, those... 11/22/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Some of the most bacteria-laden items we touch daily are not found out in the dirty, grimy world-at-large. They’re actually in our homes. Household items, especially personal items that are regularly in contact with our skin, are breeding grounds for harmful bacteria and other nasties. According to Time, items that stay moist or wet, such as kitchen sponges, hand towels, toothbrushes and toothbrush... 11/21/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Body mass index, or BMI, is a tool for estimating a person’s body composition. High percentages of body fat can indicate higher risks for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, sleep apnea and other weight-related conditions. But BMI is just one of several numbers to consider when looking at a person's health. Consider: a person is relatively thin, their BMI is normal, and yet they have high blood pressure.... 11/21/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Over 647,000 Americans die from heart disease each year. Prevention is the key to a long and healthy life. Most of us know some of the most basic heart disease prevention steps, such as getting plenty of exercise and eliminating fatty foods from our diets. But the majority of us are still doing things that could harm our cardiovascular health without even realizing it. Check out these five surprising... 11/21/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor The reality of organ transplants has made the process an ordeal for the thousands of people who have been unfortunate enough to need them. Some sobering details:- On average, 22 people die everyday while waiting for an organ. - In order to get an organ transplant, a person's blood type, tissue type, and other factors all have to match up, leading some to have to wait longer than others. - Over 119,000... 11/20/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Tacos aren’t just for Tuesday anymore. Nor are they an occasional, guilty indulgence. Done right, tacos can actually be healthy. That’s the reasoning behind the newest dietary cleanse referred to as the taco cleanse.Can replacing one, two or three meals a day with tacos be healthy? It’s called the taco cleanse, and it’s doctor-approved. There is a catch, however, so before you go out and hit up all... 11/18/2024 5:00:00 AM
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