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Rev up brain power with these foods

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Eating the right foods can fuel our brains, enhance cognitive function, and, ultimately, make our study sessions more productive. This is where the concept of “brain foods” c...

 

Link between Obesity and Technology in children

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The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages media use by children younger than 2 and recommends limiting older children's screen time to no more than one or two hours a day. By limiti...

 

Getting kids active and away from technology this summer

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Teens and screens are one of the biggest challenges parents face today. Children and adolescents need to be active for an hour a day. Exercise for kids can promote a wide range of be...

 

Internet addiction affects the behavior, development of adolescents

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Adolescents with an internet addiction undergo changes in the brain that could lead to additional addictive behavior and tendencies, finds a new study by UCL researchers. The findings,...

 

Father’s Day Grill and Chill

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June 16, 12:00-6:00, Album Park, El Paso Texas Pull up at Album Park in El Paso, TX this Father's Day June 16th. We're having a Family and Lowrider Gathering. Bring the whole family, you...

 

​ The connection between sleep and moods

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Sleeplessness and mood disorders are closely linked. And it can work both ways – sleep loss can affect your mood, and your mood can affect how much and how well you sleep. Studies show p...

 

​ National New Mexico Day

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On June 14th, National New Mexico Day recognizes The Land of Enchantment. Home to ancestral Pueblos and later to the Navajo, Ute, and Apache, New Mexico’s Southwestern landscape is dotted wi...

 

​ Sleepless summer nights? End your day with a cherry on top

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Long hot evenings and warm nights can derail your sleep patterns but, there may be other disruptive factors at work: • Daylight saving time. The most probable culprit is the extra sunlight e...

 

Best non-caffeinated morning drinks

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These eye-opening drinks can boost your energy early in the morning without the use of caffeine. 1. Supercharged water While water is undeniably the best way to get hydrated in the morn...

 

Early workouts: Get up and at ‘em

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With the El Paso heat upon us, getting outdoor exercise can be a challenge. But, if you make the commitment, a pre-dawn workout may be better in almost every way. So how do you start...

 

Good night’s sleep leads to increased gratitude, resilience

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A new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting found that healthy sleep has a positive impact on gratitude, resilience and flourishing in adults. Results show that subjec...

 

Heatwaves and Mental Health

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In many parts of the US, including Texas, the summer weather can be brutal. If you believe you are sensitive to hot weather, here are a few ways to tell: • Anxiety and Depression Summer ...

 

Dia de los Niños Craft & Movie Event

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Bring the kids down for an afternoon of fun for the whole family! On June 9 there will 2 craft activities to choose from followed by The Barbie movie. Let your kiddo pick out a die cast ...

 

Día Mundial del Cuidado

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Cada año, el 7 de junio, el Día Mundial del Cuidado destaca todas las formas en que nos conectamos y nos mostramos unos a otros cuánto nos preocupamos. Después de todo, siempre deberíamo...

 

Sun Safety: What You Need to Know About Sunscreen and Swimming

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There’s no such thing as waterproof sunscreen. In 2011, the FDA ruled that sunscreen companies were not allowed to label products as “waterproof” or “sweatproof” because the claims exagg...

 

Eating before and after swimming

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Many of us grew up with the myth that eating before swimming will cause cramps. Today, we know that is not necessarily true. The important thing to remember is what kinds of food to eat ...

 

A day at the waterslide can burn off calories

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Waterparks are not just for kids. Adults spending a fun day swimming and climbing and even sliding down a waterslide also result in some serious calorie burning activity. Waterparks ...

 

​ Predicting cancer risks based on national health data

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Scientists from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the European Bioinformatics Institute EMBL-EBI, Hinxton, UK, are using the Danish health registers to predict individual risks fo...

 

Summer Activities to Support Your Mental Health

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Summer is a great time to be active and get outside. There are many summer activities that you can do to support your mental health and practice self-care. Here are a few: • Go outside ...

 

National Smile Day

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On May 31st, National Smile Day encourages everyone to wear their best smile! The first recorded smile on record took place on 126 B.C. Okay, we made that up. But did you smile? Joking a...

 

How to use natural mosquito repellents

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Ready to give natural mosquito repellents a try? Essential oils are the key. Some of the most popular are citronella, lemon, and eucalyptus oils. Here are a few things to remember befor...

 

​ Uncommonly good grilled vegetables

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The most-popular grilling vegetables (squash, eggplant, peppers, onions, corn) are popular for good reason — but there are a few you might not have thought of that do just as nicely with a l...

 

​ Stay active and cool with these summer fitness tips

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We’ve got some suggestions that will infuse some summer fitness fun into your routine and keep you cool to boot. • Jump in the water Swimming is not only great exercise, it’s also fun and...

 

​ Rockabilly Bop

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June 2 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Calling all you cool cats! Hop on over to the Rockabilly Bop at the Coliseum June 2, 10:00AM-3:00PM. There will be local vendors, live music, classic cars, a Swin...

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