Upgrade Your Health with Polyphenols

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If this is the first time you’ve heard of polyphenols, it certainly won’t be the last. These antioxidant-packed micronutrients have recently captured the attention of anyone with healthy aging on their radar, including medical experts, health junkies, and scientists alike. And it’s no surprise why! Research shows a diet rich in polyphenols can reduce the risk of chronic disease, including …

Stop the Misery of Canine Skin Conditions and Hot Spots

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You know what it’s like to deal with an irritating rash or itchy mosquito bites: Annoying, miserable, and frustrating! Now think about your dog who may be dealing with hot spots and other irksome skin conditions. As you watch your pup frantically scratch and lick, all you want is to provide relief. Fortunately for Fido, there are some natural solutions …

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Telemedicine Has a Bright Future Many people wondered whether the telehealth trend would continue once the Covid-19 pandemic started to wane. The answer has been a resounding yes. The convenience of never having to leave home to see your doctor has made healthcare more available and affordable throughout the country. The ability to streamline the patient experience (no commuting or …

Does Your Dog Have Digestive Issues?

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Just like people, dogs can experience a variety of digestive issues. Aside from the obvious symptoms of vomiting or diarrhea, how can you tell if your pup is experiencing tummy troubles? And what can you do to provide relief? The following guidelines can help ease your dog’s digestive woes. Outside the Stomach If your dog appears to have a digestive …

No-Workout Workouts

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Feeling guilty because you haven’t gone to the gym lately? Here’s some good news: Many of your daily activities, as well as some of the fun things you do with family and friends, can be just as effective! Around the House Housework. An hour of sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, making beds, and washing dishes can torch 200+ calories. Washing windows can …

Decode Your Supplements

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Your favorite health food store has plenty of supplements. But trying to figure out which nutrient is the best – decoding them – can be tricky. Here is a codebook for three widely used and important supplemental ingredients.     Vitamin: Choline What it is: Choline is a vitamin that works closely with B vitamins in the body. Where it …

Finally, a Solution for Tinnitus

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If you’ve ever experienced an unexpected ringing, swooshing, buzzing, or pulsating sensation in your ears when there’s no actual sound present, tinnitus could be to blame. This uncomfortable—and often downright annoying—symptom is a signal that something in your auditory system (which includes your outer, inner, and middle ear) is slightly off kilter. Affecting about 15-20 percent of adults, tinnitus is …

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Weighing the Benefits of Deep Pressure Stimulation Who doesn’t find comfort snuggled up in a soft, cozy blanket from time to time? Touted to be beneficial for everything from anxiety to autism, weighted blankets have been used by mental health professionals for years for their perceived health benefits. By evenly distributing a comfortable amount of weight across the body, weighted …

Pilates on the Mat

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At first glance, all of the straps, springs, and sliders that make up the reformer devices found in most Pilates studios might look a bit like medieval torture. In reality, it’s actually one of the pieces of exercise equipment developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s. Reformers were designed to create a low-impact workout that increases core strength, stability, balance, …

Skincare Answers for Canines

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A dog’s skin is an important part of the immune system and an indicator of their overall health. But when your dog is dealing with itchy, sensitive skin, they aren’t experiencing optimal health. The following tips will help you recognize the signs of sensitive skin and give you helpful ways to stop the itch, naturally. Causes of Sensitive Skin Canines …