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​ Asparagus in spring

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Asparagus sprouts in early spring and is one of the first signs of the new season. It’s a great green staple, and it’s affordable and abundant in the springtime. Embrace all things asparagus...

 

Benefits of afternoon exercise

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Daylight Savings Time allows us to stretch our afternoon and may give us the perfect time to exercise. Here are three benefits of exercising in the afternoon. (As opposed to other times ...

 

Dementia patients struggle to cope with change

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People with dementia struggle to adapt to changes in their environment because of damage to areas of the brain known as 'multiple demand networks', highly evolved areas of the brain that...

 

Almost Pi Day

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Geeks, nerds and math whizzes celebrate National Pi Day on 3/14. Since today is Sunday 3/13, we say it is a great day to enjoy a piece of pie. Whether you make your own, order one for de...

 

Reset Your Mindset

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A mindset is a collection of beliefs we each have about ourselves and the world around us. When things aren’t going well, we tend to think more negatively about everything. Sometimes, it...

 

​ ‘Tis the season for Spring Cleaning

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Many chores need to be done seasonally, especially in preparation for warmer weather. So incorporate them into your spring-cleaning routine to get them out of the way early. For instance, ta...

 

​ Hay fever? Have a cup of tea

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Chamomile tea is known to relieve inflammation in your airways. Not only is chamomile an antioxidant with an antihistamine effect, it’s also a source of flavonoids, which help strengthen you...

 

Foods that naturally detox your system

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In the spirit of ‘spring cleaning,’ consider adding these foods that are rich in vitamins and antioxidants to assist your body’s natural ability to cleanse and detoxify itself. • Aspara...

 

​ Refreshing your workout routine

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You may be committed to a regular workout, but if you’ve been following the same patterns for too long, it’s likely the benefits you’re receiving from all of your efforts have significan...

 

​ How the body fights back against cancer

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New research from the University of East Anglia (UEA) and Quadram Institute reveals how our immune system can be triggered to attack cancer cells.The research, published today in the Journal...

 

National Procrastination Day

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March 6 kicks off National Procrastination Week. For those who want to enjoy this holiday by procrastinating, take the day off. Put off that piece of work until later. Take the time to r...

 

Flowers Improve Emotional Health

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According to behavioral research conducted at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, nature provides us with a simple way to improve emotional health – flowers. The presence of flo...

 

Get gardening

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If you have never tried gardening, why not make this year the year you discover your green thumb? If you are an avid gardener, it is time to plan out your green goals. Research s...

 

Get some green time

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Our lives are linked to the soil we inhabit. 95% of our food comes from the soil, and the health of that soil directly contributes to the nutritional value of the food growing within it....

 

Be mindful of what you eat

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Mindfulness means focusing on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting your feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. We can also apply mindfulness when we nourish o...

 

Exercise helps prevent cancer

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Everyone can agree that getting exercise is good for you. It is also commonly known that it helps prevent cancer. As we kick-off Colorectal Cancer Awareness month, we share what it means...

 

​ Patients with rare skin cancer face 40% recurrence rate

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Patients treated for Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) face a five-year recurrence rate of 40% -- markedly higher than the recurrence rates for melanoma and other skin cancers, according to re...

 

Focus on positive thinking

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Even the most optimistic person hits a wall sometimes and finds it difficult to look on the bright side of life. Research shows that adopting a positive outlook is critical to our emotio...

 

San Elizario Historic District Tour

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Take a walk back in time this Sunday Funday. The San Elizario Historic District will present a free guided walking tour of the Nationally recognized Historic District Sunday, February 27...

 

Skip the straw day

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The fourth Friday in February is recognized as National Skip the Straw Day.Straws and other plastics cause harm to marine life in many ways. According to the National Park Service, Ameri...

 

Aloe Juice for weight loss

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Research supports the many health benefits of Aloe Juice. Some studies report that drinking one cup of unsweetened aloe juice two to three times daily can help reduce body weight with it...

 

Lentil Soup hits the spot

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Substituting meat with another protein source a couple of nights a week is a great way to add variety and vegetables to your diet. Today we share a great recipe for Lentil Soup which is ...

 

Fitness for two

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Today is Tuesday, February 22, 2022. And because it is a ‘two for Tuesday’ kind of day, it’s a good time to highlight the benefits of working out with a partner. If you are trying to get...

 

Pandemic upends breast cancer diagnoses

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The COVID-19 pandemic upended many aspects of daily life, particularly in the first months and year. Not least among the changes: decreased use of ordinary health care, such as routine m...

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