All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Tip: Preventing Backpack Injuries

    Backpacks are a practical way for people to carry books and other supplies. They are designed to distribute the weight of these items among the body’s muscles, says the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. But when used...

    • Posted October 1, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Making the Most of Workouts

    Fitting regular exercise into your daily schedule can improve your health and fitness, and reduce your risk for disease, says MedlinePlus. From yoga to weightlifting, there are many types of exercise to choose from. To make the...

    • Posted October 1, 2019
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  • How to Rebalance Your Carb Intake

    There’s no doubt that eating a lot of sugar isn’t good for your health. What’s more, sugar can trigger a chemical reaction that has you craving more and more. Just think about the last time you ate...

    • Posted September 30, 2019
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  • How to Get Ready Mentally for Your First Competition

    You’ve signed up for your first fitness event and you’ve mapped out your training schedule for success. Now add mental preparation to the plan. It’s essential because the very physical training that gets your body into shape...

    • Posted September 30, 2019
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  • Depressed Moms, More Anxious, Troubled Kids?

    If a mother is depressed, her young children might be at risk for hyperactivity, aggressiveness and anxiety, a new study suggests. Interestingly, a father’s depression only affected kids if mom was also depressed, the researchers found. “Depression...

    • Posted September 30, 2019
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  • For Kids With Asthma, Depression Makes ER Visit More Likely

    New research suggests that anxiety and depression can make it hard for some kids to manage their asthma. Young patients with all three conditions ended up in the emergency room nearly twice as often as kids who...

    • Posted September 30, 2019
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  • Pediatric Group Issues Updated ADHD Guidelines

    Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is in the news a lot, and now newer research has prompted a leading pediatricians’ group to update its guidelines for diagnosing and treating the disorder for the first time since 2011. Dr. Mark...

    • Posted September 30, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: Sept. 30, 2019

    Washington State Bans Flavored E-Cigarettes Deer Can Give You Tuberculosis: CDC

    • Posted September 30, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Reducing Eyestrain

    Eyestrain occurs when your eyes get tired from intense use, says Mayo Clinic. Usually, eyestrain is not serious and goes away once you rest your eyes or make lifestyle changes. To reduce eyestrain, Mayo suggests: Blink often...

    • Posted September 30, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Seasonal Flu Vaccine Fast Facts

    Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and death, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. An annual seasonal flu shot is the best way to...

    • Posted September 30, 2019
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