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This issue be sure to check out how to make homemade teas, facts about the birth control shot, an interview with the amazing Chef Catherine Amoriggi, taking steps to become a runner, facts about cardiopulmonary obstructive disease, using music to help meet your fitness goals, tips on setting SMART and happyslimhealthy resolutions, and fitness and nutrition experts advice on making and keeping New Years Eve resolutions.
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Ask Your PharmacistChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a lung disease that restricts airflow and impairs breathing. It is chronic and irreversible. COPD patients have chronic bronchitis and emphysema symptoms but the classic triad also includes asthma. The 14.8 million Americans diagnosed with COPD are more prone to other respiratory diseases such as pneumonia or the flu. Keep Reading |
Holistic HealthEverything You've Wanted to Know About Brewing Your Own Fresh Teas There are so many different types of herbs and flowers that can be used to create your own teas. However, not a lot of people know which type of choose and how they should go about making the tea. This is a guide to show you exactly what you need to know and why when it comes to making your own herbal teas right from home. You can grow the herbs you use the most right in a window sill garden or out back in your own. Keep Reading |
Women's HealthKnow Your Birth Control: The Shot As more options for safe and effective birth control reach the market, many such options get lost in the shuffle, with popularity waning despite desirable results. The birth control shot, marketed under the brand name Depo-Provera is an example of one such option. Since its introduction to the American medical market in 1992, the birth control shot has seen moderate success, but has not reached the same level of popularity as other options. Keep Reading |
Everyday HealthExperts' Advice on Making and Keeping Resolutions Whether it’s giving up chocolate and sweets, drinking less alcohol, quitting smoking, losing 10 lbs., visiting the gym at least 3 times a week, most people want to start a clean slate when the clocks strike midnight on the 31st December. Whilst we’re absolutely convinced that your resolutions are being made with the best of intentions, the majority of us seldom reach the first couple of weeks of January before breaking one of our goals. Keep Reading |
NutritionNew Year's Check-In So, how are we doing out there? Over the past month have you had time to think about what you are looking to do better in 2014? Have you said it out loud? Even better have you started taking steps to reach these goals? Many of you have commented and set some really awesome goals and I am so proud of you! Me? I have been running. Keep Reading |
Music TherapyKeep Exercising All Year Long The New Year always starts off right, but somewhere along the way you may find yourself slacking on your exercise routine. One way to keep the momentum going is to find an activity that does not seem like a chore. Another way to stay on track throughout the year is to incorporate music into your regiment. Whether it is cardio or weight lifting, music is an important aspect of any exercise routine. Keep Reading |
Active LivingBorn to Run (In Comfort) When I started jogging a couple of years ago, I quickly felt the positive impact on my mental clarity and overall energy. But I also felt the negative impact: often, after 25 minutes of running, I would feel a stabbing pain on the outside of my left knee every time I extended my leg. Keep Reading |
Cooking with CathCooking with Cath: An Interview with the Amazing Catherine Amoriggi Catherine Amoriggi developed a passion for cooking at a young age. By the time she was 14, she prepared a meal for a large community event which raised several thousands of dollars for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Now, at age 16, Catherine continues to cook, give back to her community and run her successful blog, www.cookingwithcath.com. Keep Reading |
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