Be Healthy Now

Along with the joy of the season comes an increased risk of catching the latest bug. Increased stress, crowded New Year’s parties and lack of sleep can all contribute to a compromised immune system. This year give yourself the gift of wellness.
Here are some tips to help ensure that you start the New Year [...]

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No matter which tradition you observe, the holidays provide a time to reconnect and celebrate. This important fact can get lost, though, in the hustle and bustle of the season.
Taking the time to focus on those things that are truly important can help to alleviate some of this stress. Now is the perfect time to [...]

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Staying sharp and maintaining your youthful vigor may be as easy as snacking on some blueberries. Researchers have found that aging rats who were fed the equivalent of one cup of blueberries a day were both more coordinated and smarter than their counterparts who weren’t given the fruit.
The berries seem to improve communication between neurons. [...]

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Just when you thought the news couldn’t get any better, yet another study is released showing even more healthy benefits to eating chocolate. Previous research had already found that this tasty treat is good for your heart and could help to lower blood pressure.
This new study from John Hopkins shows that eating a bit [...]

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