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How to Slow Cook Your Way to a Fitter Body
1<p>Crock Pot Cooking Keeps You on Track<p>Abs are not only made in the kitchen but also achieved in the crock pot. Slow cooker is just another name for …
FoodIs There a Smarter Way to Diagnose Prostate Cancer?
When I was training to be a urologist in the 1980s, the PSA blood test we now use to screen for prostate cancer didn’t yet exist, and finding a …
CancerWhat Are Common Examples of Learning Disabilities?
Specific learning disabilities are a group of disabilities outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This federal …
LearningCan Garlic Keep You Cold-Free?
During the chilly fall and winter months, many people turn to garlic to prevent colds. A culinary herb available in supplement form, garlic is rich …
Garlic11 Mistakes to Avoid When Talking to Kids
When it comes to talking to kids, there are some definite "do's" and "don'ts" to consider. To make parent-child communication a regular, easy, and …
KidsThis Is What a Balanced Meal Plan Looks Like
Planning a daily menu isn't difficult as long as each meal and snack have some protein, fiber, complex carbohydrates and a little bit of fat.<p>Here's …
Food & DiningHow to Choose the Right Probiotic
Probiotics seem to be all the rage these days. With many purported benefits and a relatively low risk of side effects, manufacturers are taking …
6 Reasons to Buy Your Kid a Fitness Tracker
Fitness wearables are hot for adults, and many kids want to get in on the action too. But will a tracker really help your child be more active, or it …
Kids7 Skills Bullies Need to Be Taught
Many people wrongly assume “once a bully, always a bully.” But some bullies can and do change. The key is to catch the bullying early and intervene. …
ParentingAre You Having Silent Migraines?
Did you know you could have what's called a silent migraine without actually having a headache? Surprisingly, migraines can occur without the classic …
HealthThe Okinawans Live Longer Than Most, Maybe It's Their Diet?
Okinawa is a region in the southernmost part of Japan where inhabitants have traditionally had the longest lifespans on earth. The Okinawan diet is …
Nutrition7 Ways Parents Unwittingly Encourage Bad Behavior in Kids
What's that you say? You would never encourage bad behavior in your child? If you're doing any of the following, you might be doing just that. …
Parenting5 Foods That Are Surprisingly Great for Your Teeth
While few of us can admit that we love flossing, we’re frequently told how important it is for maintaining a healthy smile. We all know the role our …
Food10 Things You Can Do to Boost Male Fertility
1<p>Add Some Antioxidants to Your Diet<p><i>Whether you’re just starting to try and get pregnant, or have been trying for a long time, making lifestyle</i> …
HealthThe Pros and Cons of Naked Workouts
After reading about a CrossFit gym in Denmark that's now offering a nude CrossFit workout session, I couldn't help but think of all the things that …
FitnessWhen BPD and Depression Co-Occur
Many people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) also experience problems with depression — in fact, it is very uncommon that BPD and …
DepressionThe Emergence of Virtual Fitness: Can It Replace Gyms and Human Trainers?
Wearables, digital health tracking devices, streaming fitness content and different online exercise programs are challenging the concept of …
Fitness8 Easy Steps to Better Digestion
Your gut is a bit like a watchdog. It’s a tough and loyal guardian, and very smart. Its job is to welcome healthy nutrients and life-giving water, …
HealthHow to Practice Mindfulness While Running
Mindfulness is the art of keeping your mind in the present. You’re not dwelling on the past or worrying about the future, but rather focusing on what …
Mindfulness6 Questions to Ask Yourself About Your Pilates Workouts
To enjoy the full benefits of Pilates training, you need to know what the signs of a genuine Pilates workout are. Beyond the exercises, there are …
FitnessHow to Manage the 'Good' Stress of an Exciting Life
We all like excitement in our lives. Sometimes fun things can also cause us stress and this is not the same as the 'bad' stress we feel during trying …
StressUnderstanding the Function of Your Kidneys
It is hard to understand the signs and symptoms of kidney disease unless we appreciate the kidneys’ role in our body. So my intention is for this …
Health10 Things to Stop Doing If You Have Low Back Pain
1<p>Stop Slouching<p>Chronic or acute low back pain is a common problem and can affect your work, family and recreational activities. While there is no …
PainWhat Do Your Dreams Really Mean?
While many theories exist to explain why we dream, no one yet fully understands their purpose, let alone how to interpret the meaning of dreams. …
Psychology11 Natural Remedies for the Common Cold
The common cold is an infection of your nose and throat caused by viruses. We typically catch between two and four colds a year.<p>Symptoms of the …
Health19 Yoga Stretches That Will Open Up Your Hips
We often talk about poses that open or stretch the hips in yoga, but what does that really mean? The hips are a complicated area, anatomically …
Yoga10 Beginner Yoga Poses for Men
1<p>A Routine to Help Men Start Doing Yoga<p>Though it can be hard for anyone to overcome their initial discomfort and start doing yoga, it seems …
YogaShould Cardio and Strength Workouts Be Done Together?
We all try to figure out how to fit in all the workouts we need each week - Cardio, strength training, flexibility, mind-body...the list seems …
Workouts4 Different Easy Ways to Cook Spaghetti Squash
You've heard spaghetti squash is a great substitute for pasta, and you've lugged one home from the store. Now, what do you do?<p>Just about any way you …
Lifestyle21 Autism-Friendly Christmas Santas, Shops, and Shows
No matter how positive your attitude, the holiday season is rough when you have a child with autism. Ads showing happy children gleefully opening and …
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