Exercises to Keep Your Heart Healthy
People who don’t exercise are almost twice as likely to get heart disease as people who are active. The best way to keep your heart healthy is to do aerobic exercise. The American Heart Association recommends 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise on most days of the week. Even if you divide your exercise time into ten- or […]
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Eat Smart For Your Heart
Knowing which foods to eat more of and which foods to limit is a powerful way to prevent heart disease and improve your overall health. Use the steps below to work toward a more heart-healthy diet. Here are five easy ways to eat smart for your heart. EAT THE RAINBOW Dark-green leafy vegetables help the body break down homocysteine, an […]
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Prenatal Care and Testing
Every mother-to-be needs prenatal care. Prenatal care is the regular healthcare women receive during pregnancy from your doctor, midwife, or other healthcare professional. Prenatal care should begin as early as possible ideally even before you become pregnant – this is sometimes called a preconception visit. During your first visit, your provider will answer questions you may have regarding your pregnancy, […]
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What Men Can Do to Promote a Healthy Pregnancy
Some common sense paired with prevention can go a long way in having a healthy child. For couples actively seeking pregnancy, it can take months to achieve. If the woman is older, it can take even longer. But fertility, or a lack thereof, does not rest only with the woman. There are things men can do to increase both the […]
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Nutrition during Pregnancy
Eating a healthful diet and staying active during your pregnancy will not only benefit your growing baby, but it can also help you look and feel better. It can even help your labor and delivery go smoother, and make it easier to get back into shape. Eating Well for You and Your Baby Eating a variety of nutritious foods can […]
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Exercising While You Are Pregnant
Exercise has many benefits during pregnancy. It can help relieve aches and pains, reduce constipation, strengthen joints, improve sleep and prepare you mentally and physically for labor and delivery, and recovery. For almost all women, exercise is safe throughout pregnancy. However, you should always discuss exercising with your doctor before you start. If your pregnancy is high-risk, including pregnancy-induced high […]
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Understanding Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer can often be found early, and sometimes even prevented, by having regular screening tests. If detected early, cervical cancer is one of the most successfully treatable cancers. Symptoms of Cervical Cancer Cervical cancer often has no symptoms in the early stages. Symptoms may not appear until the cancer is advanced. The most common symptom is bleeding from the […]
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Understanding Prostate Cancer
Male hormones (called androgens) are needed for the prostate to work as it’s supposed to. This also keeps the prostate at a normal size. As men age, the prostate changes and grows, while androgen levels go down. These may cause changes in the cells that can lead to prostate cancer. Tumors that grow in the prostate can cause problems with […]
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Lifestyle Tips for Healthy Lungs
Along with your heart, your lungs are among your most vital organs. That’s why it’s wise to take proactive steps to keep them healthy. An investment in lung health will pay dividends just like an investment in heart health. Here are a few tips for optimal lung health. 1. Quit Smoking If you smoke, take active steps to stop smoking. […]
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Refreshing Summer Recipes
Relax and enjoy the taste of summer with these light, simple,and refreshing recipes! STRAWBERRY PECAN CHICKEN SALAD SERVES 3-4 INGREDIENTS 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 teaspoon coconut oil 4 cups fresh baby spinach, baby kale, or baby arugula 1⁄4 cup thinly sliced red onion 3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted 1 ounce reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/4 cup) 4 […]
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