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Vitamins and Minerals: How Much Do You Need
Vitamins and minerals are essential components of a healthy diet. They provide essential nutrients that help the body perform its daily functions, from energy production to cell growth and development. While vitamins and minerals are found naturally in many of the foods we eat, there are times when additional supplementation…
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4 Things to Know About Having a Baby After Age 35
Making life-changing decisions so early in life isn’t something everyone is ready to make, as there’s no real way to tell if you’re ready for that kind of commitment – not to mention any other kind of responsibilities you might have at that point in your life. If you’re over…
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Four Common Stress Triggers and How to Manage Them
Are you struggling with stress? People often feel as though stress is a fact of life and as such, totally unavoidable. This isn’t the case. Being stressed isn’t a natural state of being, nor is it something that you should readily embrace. Instead, you need to make sure that you…
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3 Non-Invasive Ways to Remove Pain
Pain often seems like it’s an unfortunate part of life. You’ll likely have had a few unexplained aches and pains at some point or another, many of which could’ve gone away just as quickly as they cropped up. Others wouldn’t have, however, and they could be a constant irritation. You…
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Smart Tips for Remembering to Take Medication
Remembering to take medication is important, but it’s not always simple. It can be difficult to add something new into your routine, especially if you have any memory problems or struggle with things like concentration or executive function. When you have to take medication every day, it usually doesn’t matter…
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3 Ways to Look After Your Brain
Everyone wants to be as healthy as possible, so they’ll put a significant amount of time and effort into it. One area that’s often overlooked with this is the brain, despite it being one of the most important organs in the body. While it can be a complicated area to…
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The Most Common Health Conditions That Affect Older Adults
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the 65-and-older population is growing faster than any other age group. By 2030 of all Americans, it’ll be the third largest group after Millennials and Gen Xers. In other words, seniors are becoming a more significant part of our society. They also lead more…
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Optimizing Exercise for Older Adults with Mobility Issues
As we age, it’s not uncommon to experience some type of mobility issue. This can include everything from pain in our joints to problems with balance. For older adults, these issues can make it difficult to stay active and get the exercise they need. However, there are ways to optimize…
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6 Tips for Giving Blood: How to Prepare, Stay Safe and Enjoy the Experience
Giving blood is an altruistic act that can save lives. But with needle phobias, blood-borne diseases, and long waiting lists for donors all real concerns, the prospect of giving blood can be off-putting. However, by preparing in advance and keeping your safety in mind, donating blood is a positive experience…
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How To Take Action Against Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse is a serious issue that often goes unreported. Victims of nursing home abuse are often scared to come forward or don’t know who to turn to for help. If you believe your loved one is being abused in a nursing home, taking action as soon as possible…
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