All posts by LadyLively

  • Adopt a Diet That’s Good for Your Gut

    Having “friendly” bacteria in your digestive system is important for good health. They help the body extract nutrients from food, and boost the immune system in the fight against inflammation and many diseases associated with it. Gut...

    • Posted July 12, 2019
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  • Elbows Key to Your Walking Efficiency , Study Shows

    Do you pump your arms while walking? Keeping your arms straight while walking is much more energy-efficient than walking with bent arms, but arm position doesn’t make much difference when running, a new, small study finds. The...

    • Posted July 12, 2019
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  • 8 in 10 Americans Want Less Nicotine in Cigarettes: CDC

    No matter the age, race, gender, education or income level, most Americans favor forcing tobacco companies to lower nicotine levels in cigarettes to make them less addictive. That’s what researchers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control...

    • Posted July 12, 2019
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  • When You Time Your Workout May Be Key to Staying Slim

    Losing weight is one thing, but keeping it off is another. Now, a new study suggests that exercising at the same time each day is key. The research, on 375 adults who maintained a weight loss of...

    • Posted July 12, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: July 12, 2019

    1 in 5 Nonsmoking U.S. Workers Exposed to Secondhand Smoke Rabies Warning Issued for Walt Disney World Resort Area Medicare Drug Rebate Plan Withdrawn by Trump Administration Fertility Clinic Sued After Embryo Implanted in Wrong Woman

    • Posted July 12, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Treating a Bunion

    A bunion is a bone-like bump that forms at the base of the big toe, says Mayo Clinic. It may form when the big toe pushes against the next toe, forcing the joint of the big toe...

    • Posted July 12, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Causes of Dry Eye

    Dry eye affects millions of adults in the United States, says the National Eye Institute. In a healthy eye, tears keep the surface moist. Without this lubrication, people may feel a stinging, burning or scratchy sensation. The...

    • Posted July 12, 2019
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  • Make the Most of Summer’s Sweet Treat: Delicious Corn

    Sweet corn is an irresistible summer veggie and a good source of fiber. Ideally, you want to eat it as soon as possible after it’s picked, but you can store corn for up to one week —...

    • Posted July 12, 2019
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  • How to Find Your Best Exercise Style

    Are you trapped in an exercise routine that’s good for your body, but isn’t motivating your spirit? It’s time to find your exercise style. One way is to make a list of the pros and cons of...

    • Posted July 11, 2019
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  • A Healthy Twist on a Classic Eggplant Recipe

    Eggplant is a high-fiber food that will leave you feeling satisfied and well-nourished. Most people think of the classic purple-colored vegetable, but eggplant comes in many varieties, colors and even shapes. All are perfect for a lighter...

    • Posted July 11, 2019
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