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The Sirtfood Diet (Yes, Adele’s Diet)

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Dark chocolate, red wine, and Adele? All these good things are associated with the trendy Sirtfood Diet.

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Menopause Tiring You Out?

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Ask most of the women you know who are of a certain age about sleep and they will complain about a lack of it.

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Celebrating Fresh Fruits and Veggies Month!

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So much advice on healthy eating tells us to eat more fresh produce, but we get stuck in our old habits–the turkey sandwich we always get at lunch is usually devoid of anything grown in the ground except for maybe a tiny bit of iceberg lettuce.

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Everyday Joys during the Summer of 2020

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Regardless of our circumstances, everyone around the world has been affected in some way by the Covid-19 pandemic. The losses and changes are too numerous to count and the number of people who have died is tragic. There’s so much happening right now that is out of our control.  As I have said to my […]

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National Senior Health Fitness Day

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There are many of us who find regular exercise difficult due to pain, chronic illnesses, and other conditions.

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Days 14 to 19: You Vs. COVID-19 Challenge

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In addition to these new challenges, keep on drinking 2 glasses of water each morning and getting your exercise. Pre-decide your healthy snacks and try to get a few minutes of mindfulness or meditation in as well ask keeping your sleep routine, sparking joy with creativity and keep on being of service. Have you been […]

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Days 11-13: You Vs. COVID-19 Challenge

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One thing that is certain is that emotional health and resilience will be required.

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Days 8-10: You vs. COVID-19 Challenge

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In addition to these new challenges, keep on drinking 2 glasses of water each morning and getting your exercise.

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Day 4-7: You vs COVID-19 Challenge

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You made it through days 1-3 and now we are onto 4-7.

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You VS COVID-19: Welcome to the First Three Days!

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Nurse Barb’s 19 Day Health & Wellness Challenge Hello and welcome to the first three days of my 19- day Covid-19 Health and Wellness Challenge. Remember to jot down in your notebook when you’ve completed each challenge and send me your comments about how you’re feeling and any other insights you’ve had. Be well and […]

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This blog is intended solely to serve as a resource to health information and to provide you with basic information about the symptoms, cautions, and nutritional concerns related to all aspects of health. This blog does not provide a comprehensive explanation of all aspects of any health condition or concern or even those aspects that are discussed in this blog. This blog is not intended to be—and you should not use it as—a substitute for medical advice or health care given by a licensed health care provider. Be sure to see a licensed health care provider to help ensure your health and the health and well-being of your family.

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This blog is intended solely to serve as a resource to health information and to provide you with basic information about the symptoms, cautions, and nutritional concerns related to all aspects of health. This blog does not provide a comprehensive explanation of all aspects of any health condition or concern or even those aspects that are discussed in this blog. This blog is not intended to be—and you should not use it as—a substitute for medical advice or health care given by a licensed health care provider. Be sure to see a licensed health care provider to help ensure your health and the health and well-being of your family.

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