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High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition where the force of blood against the artery walls is too high. This becomes a major risk for heart disease and stroke. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mm
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Yes, it is true that a vegan diet can be a very healthy lifestyle choice (and let’s be honest, it’s better for the planet too)! Plants and plant-based foods provide a wide variety of essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals.
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Have you ever wondered if vitamin supplements really work? Taking supplements continues to grow in popularity. People take them hoping to improve their health or to compensate for a poor diet. Vitamins are found in various forms,
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The dog days of summer are upon us! And all this heat and sunshine encourages people to head outside and soak it up. While you are enjoying time with friends and playing in the great outdoors, make sure you keep an eye on your hydration.
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Playing sports is always a good time but getting and staying in tip-top shape is no game. It takes hard work, a balanced diet, and a lot of physical activity. But there’s something else that may help you reach optimal performance.
Food and Nutrition Health and Diet
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There are so many different supplements out there on the market. Many people often want to pursue a healthier lifestyle and try supplements, but it can be confusing and overwhelming to figure out which ones to take, what brand to
We all struggle with being healthy from time to time. With all the health advice we get online, in the media, from friends and family, is it any wonder finding the path to wellness is so difficult? Like G.I. Joe taught us in our
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Long before pharmaceutical drugs were around, ancient health care providers used plants to treat illness. The oldest written text that mentions the use of medicinal plants is documented on a 5,000-year-old Sumerian clay slab. This
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Every day, we all strive for balance. We try to eat right, exercise more, and sleep better. We try to navigate through our days and weeks with as little stress as possible, taking everything in stride. But sometimes, even when
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