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Pickleball is Booming: Get into a Pickle for Holiday Fitness

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Jyl Steinback

The holidays are a perfect time to discover pickleball, America's fastest growing sport that is bringing people of all ages and athletic abilities together for fun and fitness.

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Good Vibrations: The Healing Power of Sound

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Gayatri Bhaumik

Research-supported sound healing is finding a place in modern wellness culture as more people experience its benefits, from improving mental health to decreasing cholesterol levels.

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Serotonin Theory of Depression Debunked

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM

A recent study is debunking the long-held theory that depression is caused by a serotonin deficiency.

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Sweet Potato Gummies

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Tonya Wilhelm

These gummies made out of sweet potatoes are a tasty treat for cats.

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Kids Are Not Getting Enough Sleep

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM

Children are regularly getting less than nine hours of sleep per night, which can cause notable differences in brain regions that influence memory, intelligence and well-being.

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Ultra-Processed Food Linked with Cancer and Mortality Risks

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM

Consuming ultra-processed foods has been associated with colorectal cancer in men as well as the development of chronic disease and early death.

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Under-Appreciating the Benefits of Solitude

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM

Getting lost in our thoughts may improve problem solving, increase creativity, enhance imagination and provide a better sense of self-worth.

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Merry Brunching: Put a Healthier Twist on Favorite Recipes

Nov 30, 2022 09:30AM ● By Sheila Julson

With a few easy modifications, serve up healthier versions of tasty brunch foods over the holiday gathering season.

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Stretching and Balance Exercises Can Avert Mental Decline

Oct 31, 2022 09:30AM

To protect against memory loss, simple stretching and balance exercises work as well as hard-driving aerobics, concludes a new study.

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Gut-Healing Smoothie

Oct 31, 2022 09:30AM ● By Tom O’Bryan

This gut-healthy smoothie recipe includes ingredients that increase beneficial bacteria in the gut.

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