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Health Tip of the Week!

Here is your Health Tip of the Week! Sleep Better By Avoiding Some Foods Before Bed The foods you eat before bed can affect your sleep patterns. If you’re having a hard time sleeping soundly, consider eliminating some of these foods before bed: Celery has a high water content that can lead to midnight trips […]
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Healthy Food Alternatives for Kids

Are your kids picky eaters?  Do you not have enough time or money to come up with fancy healthy meals for your kids?  Well here are a few great options to mix in with your normal dinners to give your kids a few more servings from the daily nutrition pyramid! 1. Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti Squash […]
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Boost Brain Function with Daily Exercise

Researchers at the University of South Carolina have found that regular treadmill sessions boost the production of mitochondria in brain cells. By increasing the mitochondria in brain cells, exercise improves brain function and efficiency. Researchers found that creating an excess of mitochondria could also create a buffer against age-related diseases like Alzheimer’s. Just a 30-minute […]
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Add Stretching to Your Routine

Stretching throughout the day and after exercise has been shown to decrease the risk of injuries and improve blood flow to the muscles. By stretching regularly, we can increase flexibility and increase our range of motion to important joints and tendons, reducing the risk of trauma or overuse injuries. To stretch a muscle, try to […]
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Wear a Pedometer

New research suggests routinely wearing a pedometer encourages people to walk about an extra mile each day, lose weight, and lower their blood pressure. Aim for at least 30 minutes of brisk walking and a total of 10,000 steps per day.
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