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Getting the Scale to Move in the Right Direction
Weight loss can be challenging and frustrating, and despite your best efforts, you may find that you initially gain weight instead of losing it. Gaining weight when all you want to do is drop some LBs can be discouraging and demotivating; it can even lead to giving up on your weight loss journey altogether. For...
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Is Your Breath Trying to Tell You Something?
My friend Janine’s wild story had me laughing and cringing at the same time. Newly single, Janine met a guy online and was looking forward to their first date. They talked on the phone and texted back and forth, and she felt like this could be a “love match.” On the day of the date,...
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Your Body vs. Ultra-Processed Foods: A Not-So-Sweet Relationship
With the new year upon us, it’s a great time to reflect on your goals and make meaningful steps toward achieving success in different aspects of your life. For most of us, diet and nutrition are high on the list; whether you want to lose weight, lower your blood pressure, or feel better overall, making...
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12 Christmas Movies to Warm Your Heart This Holiday Season
Christmas is just around the corner, and as usual, everyone is scrambling to get their shopping done, wrap all the presents, and prepare for the big day. But this year, one more thing you should absolutely add to the list: watching some classic Christmas movies 🎄. The Christmas movie lineup at my house is always...
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How Can I Still Feel My Very Best As I Age?
The old saying goes, “you’re only as young as you feel.” And while that may be true, some things about aging can’t be ignored—like the importance of probiotics for your health. It’s no secret that probiotics are good for you. But did you know they’re especially beneficial for seniors? Here’s why older folks should be...
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6 Ways Probiotics Help You Lose Weight
Probiotics taken daily to help maintain a healthy microbiome have long been known to improve digestion, bolster your immune system, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and even improve your mood. These reasons alone make probiotics a great way to support your overall health. Additionally, you may have heard that probiotics can help you lose...
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Delicious Immune Boosting Recipe – Chicken Florentine
Your immune system fights illnesses and infections, constantly battling invaders to keep you healthy. With cold and flu season upon us, it’s a good idea to do whatever possible to support and strengthen your immune system, including feeding it what it needs. Research has identified foods believed to help boost your immune system cells and...
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Don’t Put Off Having A Colonoscopy, Here’s Why…
If you’re 50+, chances are your doctor has let you know it’s time…for a routine colonoscopy. A colonoscopy finds and removes polyps and detects potentially deadly colorectal cancer and pancreatic lesions. Despite its proven effectiveness, the idea of it invokes a lot of anxiety, and too many people avoid the procedure. I know that’s how...
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Save Your Summer Vacation – 6 Ways to Avoid Getting Sick While Traveling
I dream about my summer vacations – leaving the daily grind behind to enjoy myself with family and friends in a breezy, beachy place. But my excitement has often been ruined by a widespread vacation complaint; I get sick. Now, vacations are supposed to be relaxing and rejuvenating – so what’s up? There’s a preponderance...
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5 Common Signs of a Gluten Sensitivity and How to Remedy It
Gluten has, in recent years, been demonized in many circles, leading to a mass boycott of this family of proteins. But gluten is harmless if you don’t have an adverse reaction to it. Gluten is found in wheat, rye, spelt, and barley. Gluten consists of two main proteins called glutenin and gliadin. When these two...
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The 10 Worst Foods for IBS
For many people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), symptoms may be triggered by specific foods. What triggers your symptoms may be different from what triggers the symptoms of fellow sufferers, but these 10 foods are likely culprits for anyone with IBS. 1. Gluten Although gluten is often unfairly demonized, it’s fair to say that gluten...
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How to Stop Urinary Tract Infections Before They Start
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are common in women, especially as we age. Unfortunately, UTIs are commonly over-diagnosed and over-treated with antibiotics, which can lead to antibiotic-resistant organisms. Urinary tract infections have a number of causes. A UTI may result when urine pools in the bladder due to an obstructed urinary flow, and the pooled...
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