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Owner and publisher of Snappy Publishing, LLC, Ted has worked with the
Rio Grande Cancer Foundation for over 15 years as the editorial and
creative mind behind our In the Know magazine, newsletter content, and social media campaigns. He specializes in developing content and communication tools for non-profit organizations.
Authored Blogs / Posts
Tea, berries, dark chocolate and apples could lead to a longer life span
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Eating a colorful variety of flavonoid-rich foods like tea, berries, dark chocolate, and apples may significantly lower your risk of chronic diseases and even help you live longer. A maj...
Combat Prostate Cancer with Exercise
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Exercise can help you look and feel better, but research suggests that physical activity may offer an additional benefit: a better chance at fighting off prostate cancer. Several stu...
Early driver of prostate cancer aggressiveness identified
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Researchers at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center identified a gene that plays a key role in prostate cancer cells that have transitioned to a more aggressive, treatment-resi...
The emotional side of weight loss efforts
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Trying to lose weight can evoke a wide range of emotions, from initial excitement and motivation to frustration, anxiety, and even feelings of inadequacy or self-sabotage. It's important...
Wear Blue Day
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Men's health is the focus of Wear BLUE Day on Friday before Father's Day. By wearing blue, you are saying you support the men in your life to lead a healthy lifestyle, and you care about...
Essential oils that curb food cravings
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Aromatherapy can potentially help in curbing food cravings, especially those related to stress and emotional eating. Here are some essential oils that are suggested for appetite suppress...
Summer is a great time to diet for weight loss
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A quick summer weight loss diet focuses on creating a manageable calorie deficit and incorporating healthy, hydrating foods. Key strategies include increasing fiber and protein intake, s...
Summer Fitness: The best exercises for weight loss
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As summer holidays approach, many of us are turning to easy, but high impact exercise routines to gear up for the season. Here are the exercises that are particularly good for burning ca...
Midlife weight loss linked to longer, healthier lives
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Losing weight via lifestyle adjustments can deliver significant ng-term health benefits, without the need for surgery or anti-obesity drugs. Alongside preventing diabetes, it can help wa...
Family Arts & Craft Market
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Come to Bassett Place for a free family-friendly afternoon, June 8, 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Visit with over 50 local arts and craft vendors. Enjoy the free play area for kids, live music and ...
The emotions behind why we love summer
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Summer makes us happier- and there is science to support this claim. According to experts here are the main reasons people just seem happier during the summer months • More light: Light ...
National Gardening Exercise Day
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June 6 is National Gardening Exercise Day and encourages us to maximize the health benefits of gardening. Gardening on its own is therapeutic and can be good for your mental health. The...
Unconventional ways to stay cool
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There are plenty of simple, scientifically supported techniques that will help you handle the heat. Here are a few: 1. Cool your hands first, not your face An effective strategy being to...
What to eat and drink during hot summer months
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To stay healthy and cool during summer, prioritize hydration, choose lighter meals, and focus on seasonal fruits and vegetables. Consuming water-rich foods like watermelon, cucumbers, an...
Swimming for beginners
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Summer and swimming go hand in hand – but if you are not the most confident in the water, we have some tips for you: For beginner swimmers, it's crucial to start with the basics like get...
Vitamin D supplements show signs of protection against biological aging
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The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition is based on data from a VITAL sub-study co-led by researchers at Mass General Brigham and the Medical College of Georgia and supports a promisi...
Give Cancer the Boot
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Join us to celebrate cancer survivorship at noon on Saturday June 7, at Cielo Vista Mall (in front of JCPenney) The annual event presented by the Rio Grande Cancer Foundation provides a ...
Learn more about emotional resilience
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Emotional resilience is the ability to bounce back and adapt to stressful or challenging situations in life, rather than being overwhelmed or paralyzed by them. It's about successfully n...
National Water a flower day
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Recognized each year on May 30th, National Water A Flower Day welcomes the season of caring for our garden plants. This time of year, our flower gardens should be in full bloom. Keeping ...
Herbs for Summer health
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For many, summer brings joy and careless fun. But not for everyone. The summer months can bring discomfort or unwanted side effects. Here are three plants that will make your summer much...
Grilled Shrimp-Pineapple Fajitas
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The hotter days are upon us, and this easy dinner recipe makes summer dinner prep, short and sweet. (Insert shrimp joke here;)Ingredients 1 avocado 1/3 cup sour cream 2 jalapeno peppers ...
Summer activities for fun and fitness
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For fun and easy way to stay fit this summer, try activities like swimming, walking, cycling, and hiking. These are beginner-friendly and can be enjoyed outdoors. You can also incorporat...
Fast food, fast impact: How ‘happy meals’ rapidly weaken our gut defenses
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A study led by researchers from WEHI (Melbourne, Australia) has become the first in the world to unravel the immediate effects of a high-fat diet on our gut health. The pre-clinical st...
Patriotic Activities to Celebrate Memorial Day with Kids
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Memorial Day is a time to celebrate because, in addition to being the unofficial kickoff of summer, it's also a time to embrace the liberties and freedoms that we have and remember what ...
How to encourage loved ones to use sunscreen
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Sometimes asking loved ones to take precautions for their own health can be challenging conversations. One such conversation is about sunscreen. To encourage loved ones to use sunscreen,...
National Don’t Fry Day
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Each year on the Friday before Memorial Day, ‘National Don’t Fry Day’ aims to raise awareness of all the risks of overexposure to the sun. It is important for everyone to remember to us...
Avoid sunburn – naturally!
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The most effective complementary therapy for avoiding sunburn focuses on dietary changes and supplements, particularly incorporating antioxidant-rich foods and nutrients. Specifically, c...
Serve up a ‘Sunscreen Salad!’
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Is it possible that eating the right kinds of foods often enough can protect us from the sun? Well, experts say It can’t hurt! Plants have their own built-in protection against the damag...
Make protecting your skin a priority when exercising outdoors
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Exercising and working up a sweat during the warmer months can be great for your health but it also puts you at risk for skin damage. Experts recommend a broad-spectrum, sweat-resistant ...
New approach to breast cancer treatment improves survival rate
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A new treatment approach significantly improves survival rates for patients with aggressive, inherited breast cancers, according to Cambridge researchers. In a trial where cancers were...