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What are resistance bands? How do I use them?

Resistance bands are elastic bands that you can use either on their own or alongside additional strength training equipment to increase the resistance (and difficulty) of the movement. They’re an affordable piece of equipment that you can use in the gym, at home, or even outside in the park.

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Why am I craving sugar?

Have you ever experienced a craving for something sweet? Do you know what was behind that feeling? Your blood sugar levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day when you eat.  Sugar cravings can result from drops in your blood glucose levels. However, there are a number of health conditions that are

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3 tips for adding protein to your breakfast

Protein is an essential macronutrient that we all need in our diets. Our bodies need protein to grow new muscle filaments, tendons, ligaments, skin cells, hair strands, and more. Protein is also vital for immune function and hormone production and function. The recommended amount of protein to consume each day

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Can short walks help improve my health?

Many people think that in order to stay healthy and fit, you need to force yourself to run miles and miles every day. But what if we told you that this isn’t the case? Walking is a sometimes underrated form of exercise because of its lower intensity; however, is

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Do I need sunscreen in the winter?

Most of us don’t think twice about slapping some sunscreen on our bodies on a hot, sunny day. But the question is, do we need to wear sunscreen in the winter months? To answer this question, we need to think about why we wear sunscreen in the first place.

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Healthy swaps: salty snacks

Trying to eat a nutritious diet? Making healthier swaps throughout the day will help you meet your goal. Switching from junk foods that are high in empty calories, saturated fats, and simple sugars to more nutritious snacks will also make it easier to consume enough micronutrients. If you’re somebody

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How long should it take me to eat?

You might have heard about the importance of setting technology aside during meal times so that you can focus on the food in front of you. Doing so can prevent you from overeating and allows you to eat more mindfully. It slows down your rate of eating and enables you

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How to build a healthier salad

Salad is a versatile dish that you can customize to meet your needs and preferences. Because it’s so customizable, you can add salad to just about any meal to help meet your nutritional needs. In fact, depending on what you add to your salad, sometimes it can be a

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How to enjoy the health benefits of community

Your social health is just as important as your physical and mental health. Building strong connections with other people will help improve your social health and can help you experience a supportive network and feel fulfilled in this area of your life. A great way to create connections is to

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On your feet all day? Try this.

If you have a job that requires you to be on your feet all day, you might come home with aching legs and feet. While it’s good to have plenty of physical movement throughout the day to optimize health and combat disease risk, constantly being on your feet can

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Vitamin D 101

Vitamin D is a group of vitamins that are fat-soluble, meaning the body can store excess amounts of them. Its main role is to aid the absorption and utilization of calcium, phosphate, and magnesium, all of which are essential nutrients for bone health and strength. Vitamin D is also

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Your tip for healthier grocery shopping

Grocery shopping isn't always easy, particularly if you are trying to eat a healthy diet. Many grocery stores are packed full of delicious desserts, sweet treats and ultra-processed foods that can be difficult to resist when you're doing your weekly shopping. Luckily, there are things

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Overcoming fitness barriers: lack of motivation

Working out and sticking to your training regime is fun and exciting when you're motivated. However, when this motivation starts to dwindle, the thought of working out becomes less exciting, and sometimes, something you begin to actively avoid. Loss of motivation is one of the most common fitness

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What is mindfulness (and how it can benefit you)

Mindfulness refers to the practice of becoming more aware of the 'here and now'. It involves focusing on the present moment and not allowing negative thoughts about the past or future to infiltrate your mind. Mindfulness is all about achieving a heightened state of awareness of the present

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A benefit of exercise you might not have thought of

Most of us know that exercise offers a number of physical health benefits. It improves cardiovascular efficiency, increases muscle mass, and helps lowers the risk of chronic disease. Exercise can also improve mental health by stimulating the release of feel-good hormones, such as serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins. But a

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When is it ok to skip my workout?

As great as it is to be motivated and fully engaged in your workout program, there is a point at which it becomes unhealthy. There are certain times when you shouldn’t work out, even if you had originally planned to or if it’s in your schedule to do

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How to handle bad news

Nobody wants to hear bad news but it's a part of human life. We can't always expect things to go smoothly all the time and bad news can sometimes come when we're least expecting it. Bad news can range from inconvenient to receiving news

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Heart healthy proteins

Protein is an essential macronutrient that provides you with energy, helps your body to build muscles, repair cells plus a host of metabolic activities. Heart-healthy proteins are those that contain less saturated fat. Saturated fats can raise your cholesterol levels and increase the risk of heart disease. Here are

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One tip for improving your happiness

Happiness and being satisfied in your life can make a huge difference to your health and wellbeing. However, it can be difficult to stay happy all the time. In fact, it’s almost impossible to be constantly happy. However, there are many things you can do to increase your happiness,

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What are feel-good hormones?

You may have heard of the term 'feel good hormones'. It's a term that is used to describe the hormones in the body that are responsible for elevating your mood and making you feel motivated. In this article, we're going to cover what the

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Meditation and heart health

According to research by the American Heart Association, there is a relationship between psychological health and the risk of cardiovascular disease. In fact, great mental and emotional wellbeing may help lower the risk of heart problems and cardiac events. Meditation can be an effective practice to boost your psychological wellbeing.

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Reasons to reduce alcohol consumption

Frequent and excessive consumption of alcohol can be detrimental to your health by increasing the risk of a wide range of chronic diseases. Check with your health care provider to learn more about what is considered safe limits of alcohol consumption as these can vary by geography and gender. Here

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Reasons to quit smoking

Most of us know that smoking is bad for our health but it’s easy to forget this when you’re having strong cravings for a cigarette.  It may be helpful to remind yourself at times of all the health benefits you can gain when you chose to butt out.

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Active tips when you have a sedentary job

Being physically active is important for your overall wellbeing and for disease prevention, but if you have a sedentary job, this can be difficult. It's not always easy squeezing in a workout or long walk when you're working at a desk all day. Even if you

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Tips for buying fruit & veggies on a budget

Fruits and vegetables can be expensive. If you're shopping on a budget, it might be tempting to completely skip the fresh produce aisles and go straight to cheaper, packaged foods. While you might save money by skipping fruits and veggies, they are important for your health. Your body