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Ring Out the Old and Ring In The New!

Posted: 12/31/2011

Babies are tickled by it, young kids and teenagers are curious, awkward, and excited with it, and mature adults like it.  So what is “it”? It is kissing!So, with the New Year fast approaching many people get together to celebrate, and now you have an excuse to reintroduce this activity to your loved ones!Here are a few of the benefits:1)     ...

Mayo Clinic Aspirin

Posted: 12/24/2011

Dr. Virend Somers, is a Cardiologist from the Mayo Clinic, who is lead author of the report in the July 29, 2008 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Most heart attacks occur in the day, generally between 6 A.M. and noon. Having one during the night, when the heart should be most at rest, means that something unusual happened. Somers and his colleagues...

Exercise and Cholesterol

Posted: 12/17/2011

Your doctor has probably coached you on the importance of a smart diet to manage your cholesterol. Physical activity is another important piece of the puzzle. One study found that daily exercise, combined with a high-fiber, low-fat diet, can help improve cholesterol levels in just three weeks.Regular workouts enhance your cholesterol numbers in three ways:Boost beneficial HDL...

Stop Sugar Cravings in 4 Easy Steps

Posted: 12/09/2011

Has the tidal wave of holiday cookies, candy, and eggnog kicked your sweet tooth into over drive? Take it down a few gears with these 4 easy strategies:Chew sugar-free gum. Studies show it can ward off hunger and keep you from grabbing sweet afternoon snacks.Walk away from temptation. When a sugar craving hits, take a hike, even around the hallways. Walking and other forms of...

Get the Benefits of Blueberries Every Day

Posted: 12/02/2011

Okay, it's no news flash that blueberries are nutritious. They've been high on our suggested shopping list for years now, and they're easy to love. Lately, they've been getting more good press than a presidential contender (not hard!). If you were choosing just one fruit to eat every day, a big handful of blueberries -- fresh or frozen -- would be hard to beat. Why?They make...