Nutrition and health come hand-in-hand so it’s no wonder why there’s a growing level of interest when it comes to the components and nutrients in foods that we choose to nourish our bodies. It’s no wonder why the old saying “you are what you eat” has taken a more literal meaning over years as research […]
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Most of us associate flexibility exercises with warming up but the fact is that stretching should be considered a crucial part of your exercise routine. Flexibility exercises can be categorized as either static or dynamic. Static stretching, or passive stretching, consists of a slow and constant movement that is held for up to 30 seconds
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Most of us associate flexibility exercises with warming up but the fact is that stretching should be considered a crucial part of your exercise routine. Flexibility exercises can be categorized as either static or dynamic. Static stretching, or passive stretching, consists of a slow and constant movement that is held for up to 30 seconds
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Endurance exercises increase breathing and heart rate. Activities like jogging, dancing and swimming are just a few examples of such. These exercises help make everyday tasks and hobbies easier, especially as we age. If you’re starting a workout routine and are looking to increase your physical endurance, you must do so gradually, especially if you
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Endurance exercises increase breathing and heart rate. Activities like jogging, dancing and swimming are just a few examples of such. These exercises help make everyday tasks and hobbies easier, especially as we age. If you’re starting a workout routine and are looking to increase your physical endurance, you must do so gradually, especially if you
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In an effort to bring awareness to the importance and positive impact of physical fitness on one’s health, we begin a 3 part series with the topic of physical fitness. We all know that a balanced diet and exercise go hand-in-hand when it comes to healthy living but how much and what type of exercise
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In an effort to bring awareness to the importance and positive impact of physical fitness on one’s health, we begin a 3 part series with the topic of physical fitness. We all know that a balanced diet and exercise go hand-in-hand when it comes to healthy living but how much and what type of exercise
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Colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer in the U.S., in both men and women and the second leading cause of cancer related deaths. While 5% of the general population faces a lifetime risk for being diagnosed with the disease, those with a family history of colorectal cancer face a 10 to 15% chance.
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Colorectal cancer is the third most diagnosed cancer in the U.S., in both men and women and the second leading cause of cancer related deaths. While 5% of the general population faces a lifetime risk for being diagnosed with the disease, those with a family history of colorectal cancer face a 10 to 15% chance.
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Some call it liquid courage, others call it truth serum. Whatever term of endearment you choose to give your favorite alcoholic beverage, it’s important to understand its effects on the body and mind beyond the classic hangover. The fact is, for as long as humans have been consuming alcohol (about 10,000 years) there’s always been
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