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Greens for Spring

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Now is the time for fresh Spring Greens. Arugula, spinach, lettuce, chard and collard greens are at their brightest during spring. Try this super easy and super good for you Spinach Pepi...

 

How to start exercising at any age or weight

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Whether you're 50, 65 or 80, there's virtually no downside to getting into better shape through a good exercise regimen. In fact, the older you get, the more important exercise becomes a...

 

Got food cravings? Microbes may be responsible

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New University of Pittsburgh research on mice shows for the first time that the microbes in animals' guts influence what they choose to eat, making substances that prompt cravings for di...

 

Make a May Basket

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Ever heard of the May baskets? On the first day of May (May Day) people would leave a paper basket or cone containing spring flowers and sweets on each other’s doorsteps, usually anonymo...

 

Talking to yourself can be a great conversation

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What we say to ourselves, when we say it, and how, has a tremendous impact on our self-esteem, beliefs about self-efficacy, and overall sense of worth. Dr. Julia Harper, an occupation...

 

International Dance Day

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International Dance Day is observed on April 29th. The day celebrates the positive effect dancing has on our lives and recognizes its monumental place across all cultures. Challenge y...

 

Dance the blues away

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It’s hard not to be happy when you’re dancing. Dancing can be a good physical workout as well as an emotional release. Here are the main benefits of dancing for health. Improves agil...

 

5 Foods That Can Help Improve Your Balance

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Everyone talks about a balanced diet. But it turns out that what you eat can also affect how you balance, physically. Foods containing high levels of resveratrol have been proven to help...

 

Balance and Stability Training

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Maintaining your balance and stability is incredibly important as you age. Improving your balance can help you avoid falls while keeping you active and independent, according to the Amer...

 

Tumors destroyed with sound don't recur

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Noninvasive sound technology developed at the University of Michigan breaks down liver tumors in rats, kills cancer cells and spurs the immune system to prevent further spread -- an adva...

 

Cielo Vista Farmers Market April 24

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Enjoy a beautiful spring day at the Cielo Vista Farmers market located in the Food Court parking lot of Cielo Vista Mall Sunday April 24 from 1-5PM. Meet over 100 local vendors including...

 

​ Bad mood? Blame the wind.

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Can the weather impact your mood? The answer’s “Yes.” In fact, weather-related mood changes with the wind. Wind can make us unhappy. Studies show that the changes in barometric pressure co...

 

Earth Day

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As citizens of the world, we can take action to protect the Earth, its creatures, and its habitats. Greener living can include more fuel-efficient vehicles or windows. It can also includ...

 

​ The ABC's of CBD

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Cannabidiol is a popular natural remedy used for many common ailments. Better known as CBD, it is one of more than 100 chemical compounds called cannabinoids that are found in the cannabis p...

 

Eggs aren’t just for Easter

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Eggs are considered one of nature's most complete foods. They're filled with protein while free of carbs and sugar. Yet when it comes to whipping up healthy egg recipes, some folks fear ...

 

No bike? No problem! Try this exercise

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Cycling in the air, also called the bicycle maneuver, is an exercise that requires you to lie on your back, raise your legs and circle them as you would when riding a bike. When you perf...

 

Cycling helps patients with ‘accelerated aging’ disease

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Cycling for 35 minutes three times a week for 12 weeks led to a 32 per cent increase in overall fitness in people with MD A study led by McMaster University researchers has found that...

 

Easter Sunday Postgame Egg Hunt Scramble

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Break out the baskets and come celebrate Easter Sunday with the Chihuahuas at Southwest University Park for a postgame Easter Egg Hunt for kids 12 and under! Gates open at 11:00AM. Pr...

 

Emotional Benefits of Holidays

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During times of uncertainty and danger, people often use rituals to reduce their stress and exert control over their environment. From reciting blessings to raising a glass to make a toa...

 

​ Improve your flexibility and mobility on your lunch break

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Join OLLI for a FREE Daily Stretch. Take a 15-minute break from 12:15-12:30PM on weekdays (Monday thru Friday) when we will guide you through some gentle sitting exercises/stretches followed...

 

Meditation for memory

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If you are forgetful or make mistakes when in a hurry, a new study from Michigan State University found that meditation could help you to become less error prone. The research, publis...

 

​ Black Bean and pineapple ‘fajitas’

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If you are running out of ideas for ‘Taco Tuesday’ here’s a super easy, super tasty recipe for your next taco fiesta. Ingredients 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed 1 tbsp. fine...

 

Gardening counts as exercise

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Garden activities such as raking, weeding and trimming, engage multiple muscle groups at once and improve your overall fitness level. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Pre...

 

High blood fats more harmful than first thought

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Increased levels of blood fats in people with type 2 diabetes and obesity are more harmful than previously thought, a new study has found.In patients with metabolic diseases, elevated fa...

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