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El Paso Yoga Class now online

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Now may be the perfect time to discover the combination of physical and mental exercise that make yoga a vital part of many people’s physical regimen. The great thing about yoga is that ...

 

A look at allergies and heart health

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Spring brings warmer temperatures, blooming flowers and for millions of Americans the arrival of allergy season. When seeking relief, people with allergies who are concerned about he...

 

Host a family reunion – virtually!

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If you are worried about family members feeling isolated or if you find that you have some extra time on your hands, why not connect with family members virtually? There are a number of ...

 

4 Steps to Create a Peaceful Home

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1. Simplify, Organize, and Decorate. Getting rid of clutter can help you plug up energy drains all over your home. Organizing your things can help you to know where everything is, and ha...

 

5 Tips to lead an inspired life

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1. Seek answers. These days there are answers at our fingertips - literally! If you are curious about something find out the answer. You'll be amazed at how much better you feel when you...

 

Use these herbal remedies to help calm the nerves

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Feeling a little frazzled? Here are some top natural calming remedies you may want to try: Calm with chamomile. Taking just 5 or 10 minutes to enjoy a cup of chamomile tea can ease ji...

 

Keep a healthy attitude about food

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Local newscasts show long lines at big wholesale chains and grocery store aisles that are left bare. What these means is that a lot of us have been stocking up on food items. While being...

 

Staying home? Stay Fit!

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The closing of gyms and other fitness facilities during this pandemic may offer a great opportunity to get in the habit of working out at home. It’s easy and requires no special equipmen...

 

New coronavirus stable for hours on surfaces

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New research finds that the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is stable for several hours to days in aerosols and on surfaces. Scientists found that severe acute resp...

 

Reading is Fun

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Those of us of a certain age remember the ‘Reading is FUNdamental' campaign from our childhood. The non-profit initiative was developed to combat childhood illiteracy and encourage a ...

 

The Difference Between Fear and Anxiety

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We are living in uncertain times. It has become almost impossible to not contemplate our future, our health, our personal finances, our plans and their consequences. Uncertainty is an em...

 

Everyone can be creative

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While some people are naturally creative and easily overflow with ideas and ways to express themselves, others may have different path to their ‘Eureka!’ moments. One thing is certain th...

 

Reduce inflammation with Turmeric and Ginger

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Chronic inflammation is thought to play a central role in the development of conditions like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. It can also worsen symptoms associated with autoimmune c...

 

Your daily diet made super easy

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Fad Diets come and go. While one diet extols the virtue of being completely carb-free, others encourage a vegetarian approach and still others blend the two styles. All of these diet tre...

 

Exercises for People Who Think They Can’t Exercise

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Some people think they cannot exercise.Arthritis, diabetic neuropathy or being significantly overweight may make it difficult even painful to move fast enough to raise your heart rate. ...

 

Indoor sports may lead to vitamin D deficiency

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A new study assesses vitamin D status and supplementation of college athletes. Researchers found that the majority of athletes were vitamin D insufficient and a daily vitamin D supplemen...

 

Talk to the animals

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When was the last time you went on a date to the Zoo? The El Paso Zoo isn’t just for parents with small children, it can be a great afternoon – and a romantic one as well. Imagine you a...

 

The value of forgiveness

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Scientists have learned that when people successfully imagine forgiving someone (in a hypothetical situation), they show increased activity in the neural circuits responsible for empathy...

 

Spring cleaning can be therapeutic

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Cleaning out the cobwebs in the house can also help clean out the cobwebs in your mind. Spring cleaning can be a great time to reorganize, re-prioritize and renew your home and your life...

 

Move easier with the Alexander Technique

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The ‘Alexander Technique’ is a way of learning to move mindfully through life. The process focuses on improving inefficient habits of movement and patterns built of accumulated tension, ...

 

This spring grow your own summer salad!

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Spring in El Paso may be the most important planting season of the year. The time and climate are right for you to consider planting the seeds (or plants) now for an awesome homegrown sa...

 

Spring forward: Get outside and exercise!

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Our surroundings affect more than we realize. Studies have found that by simply going outdoors to exercise, you will greatly increase the effectiveness of your routine and have a more fu...

 

Eating less calories prevents negative effects of aging

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If you want to reduce levels of inflammation throughout your body, delay the onset of age-related diseases, and live longer, eat less food. That's the conclusion of a new study by ...

 

Sunday at the Museum

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Museum tours are not just for elementary school field trips. In many cities crowds flock to museums as a way to spend a fun Sunday afternoon. El Paso offers many museums that are open on...

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