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Jacqueline Hatch
Caregiver Stress and Ways to Cope
by Jacqueline Hatch
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My mom retired at 49. But she didn't stop working. Not fully. All that newfound free time was quickly filled up when she became my aging grandparents primary caregiver.She was their own personal angel: running errands, doing housekeeping work, helping them move safely around the house and transporting them to and from medical appointments.And she cherished the quality time spent with her aging parents.... 2/29/2016 8:00:00 AM
Jenn Ryan
5 Things You Don’t Know About Chiropractic
by Jenn Ryan
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When many people think of the chiropractor, they think of a doctor who makes your bones make odd sounds. While it’s true that some chiropractic adjustments can make the occasional joint release air or “pop” when adjusting to its normal position, chiropractic is a safe practice that’s been done for thousands of years. That being said, there’s bound to be some stuff you don’t know about it.Here are five... 2/29/2016 8:00:00 AM
Dr Michael J Brown
What Causes Breast Cancer
by Dr Michael J Brown
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Even within the modern world of medicine, how breast cancer emerges remains a mystery. Scientists still have not been able to determine the exact cause for how the malignant cells are first formed.There are trends and risk factors that medical studies have shown which can lead to its development. Among those who are subject to greater risk include the elderly, those with cancer history in their family... 2/29/2016 8:00:00 AM
Nhi Nguyen
What You Need to Know About Glaucoma Causes
by Nhi Nguyen
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Our eyes are the windows to our soul and the natural cameras that help us capture the beauty of this world. In addition, our eyes are also one of the most fragile organs in our body. Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness amongst the elderly population and its symptoms include distorted eyeballs, excessive eye pain, damaged eye lenses, blurred vision and decreased vision. In order to understand... 2/28/2016 5:00:00 AM
Jenn Ryan
What Those Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Labels on Your Food Really Mean
by Jenn Ryan
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It’s easy to take things at face value. We trust the FDA to put labels on our food that actually mean the things they say. Unfortunately, the FDA has majorly fallen short of this integrity we give them. Many of you already know that organic doesn’t mean "no pesticides;" it means no synthetic pesticides were used. Free-range doesn’t mean an open pasture; it means the animal has access to a small door... 2/26/2016 8:00:00 AM
Gwen Lewis
Skincare Tips to Prepare You for Spring and Summer
by Gwen Lewis
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When the weather starts to warm up, your skin might feel dry or breakout. You don’t have to be stuck with such symptoms throughout the summer months, however. Here is how to prevent and deal with issues so you can have beautiful skin. Skip the Sun Session Avoid tanning as it is too harsh on skin and remember to apply sunscreen to your skin every few hours if you are outside. This prevents sun damage... 2/25/2016 8:00:00 AM
Joel Fuhrman, M.D.
Start Eating Fiber-Rich Foods Now
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D.
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Most people know that it is beneficial to eat foods that are rich in fiber. But did you know that the age you begin eating a fiber-rich diet is also important?A study relating dietary fiber consumption to lifetime risk of cardiovascular disease concluded that the younger you are when beginning a high-fiber diet, the better it is for your long-term health. The study found an association between increased... 2/25/2016 8:00:00 AM
Robyn Benincasa
5 Effective Strategies to Create Synergy and Build a World Class Team
by Robyn Benincasa
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My teammates and I have learned about building World Class Teams the hard way. By competing in and winning the world's toughest ultra-endurance Adventure Races. From the leech-infested jungles of Borneo to the towering peaks of Tibet and Ecuador, to the frigid seas and glaciers of Patagonia and the searing desert of Namibia, we have run, paddled, mountain biked, climbed, whitewater rafted, spelunked,... 2/23/2016 8:00:00 AM
Fred Fletcher
5 Most Bizarre Zika Virus Facts
by Fred Fletcher
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Without question the Zika virus pandemic is proving to be very challenging, expensive, and, most important of all, mysterious. Diseases involving viruses always present special challenges, especially when little is known about the virus in question. The Zika virus, however, is unique in several ways. For starters, this virus is the perfect storm for what some people like to call "conspiracy theories."... 2/23/2016 8:00:00 AM
Dr. B.J. Hardick
10 Reasons Your Child is Gaining Weight
by Dr. B.J. Hardick
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In America, one of every three people are overweight or obese. But what’s even more concerning is that this rate holds true for children as well as adults. So what’s making our children gain weight?Like any health concern, there’s never one right answer. What’s true for one child may mean nothing for another. The consequences are the same, though, and obesity carries plenty of them.Set your kids up... 2/21/2016 8:00:00 AM
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