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Receiving a cancer diagnosis is horrifying news that deeply affects patients and their loved ones. Offering support is crucial, yet we may feel we don’t know the “right” thing to say or do. Still, we can’t let feelings of discomfort stop us from coming alongside our loved one at a time of great need. Cindy […]
Antidepressants, muscle relaxers, analgesics, and antianxiety medications—nearly a dozen prescriptions were supposed to manage Myrna Scott’s fibromyalgia symptoms. But instead of helping her feel better, the side effects—such as a severely upset stomach and a general feeling of being “out of it”—made her feel even worse. So she decided to do something about it. She […]
“It’s just too expensive to eat right!” “I don’t have the money to buy all those fruits and vegetables.” “Those low-fat, low-sugar foods cost so much!” When you’re on a tight budget, grocery shopping can be a frustrating experience. But it doesn’t have to be. It’s a common misconception that you’ll have to sacrifice good […]
Every year I make New Year’s resolutions—and usually they’re the same ones as the year before: eat fewer sweets, stop snapping at the kids, quit nibbling my cuticles. But last year was different. Instead of vowing to quit my bad habits, I approached my resolutions in a positive way. A three-word mantra helped me ease […]
You’re sitting in the passenger seat of your family’s SUV, watching trees rush past in a blur. Your head spins, your stomach lurches, and a warm, clammy feeling comes over you. No, you’re not in love. You’re experiencing motion sickness. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day are among the busiest travel periods of the year. […]
Really stop to think about your diet. How many servings of fruits and vegetables did you honestly have yesterday? In response to that question, many people sigh and think, I need more veggies. It’s just too inconvenient to eat healthfully! Research agrees with that inner voice telling you to eat more veggies. In fact, for […]
We had an outstanding fun run on September 25, 2011, in Hagerstown, Maryland. Thanks to all our friends who came to join us. Here are the results and rankings. Follow the link for more photos. Results By Bluepoint Race Management Systems, Inc. www.bluepointtiming.com Men: 5- 8 9-13 14-18 19-35 36-45 46-55 56-99 Women: 5- 8 […]
If your uncle died as a result of a heart attack, or your grandmother had been diagnosed with breast cancer, pay close attention. Knowing your extended family history can provide important clues for your ongoing health. In fact, many physicians highly recommend that people make a health chart of their family tree listing relatives on […]
Tempted to get one of these snacks from the office vending machine? If so, put the coins back in your pocket, and step away from the vending machine. Drake’s Apple Fruit Pie Austin Cheese Crackers with Cheddar Cheese Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts Doritos Skittles Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers Ruffles Original Cheetos Crunchy Twix 3 Musketeers From […]
Forget about getting ahead in life: you feel as if you’re running just to catch up! If you don’t have the energy to do what you want to do—or even the energy to do what you have to do—try these seven strategies to feel more invigorated. 1. Plan How many times have you come home […]