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CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial Recognizes Nurses During National Nurses Week
CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial recently recognized nurses for the essential role they play in the well-being of the community and within the organization. Each year, the nation recognizes the important work done by nurses during National Nurses Week. Memorial honored the commitment and excellence its nurses provide to Angelina County and the surrounding communities…
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Take Small Steps to Better Health
(StatePoint) Staying healthy doesn’t have to mean overhauling your lifestyle. Sometimes small changes can have big impacts. Take it from celebrity fitness trainer, Latreal “La” Mitchell, “Everyone can reach their health and fitness goals. It’s all about setting attainable goals and staying motivated to see results.” To look, feel and live better, Mitchell is offering…
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What Is the BALi Diet?
The key to curing medical conditions like heart disease, cancer and diabetes is your diet, claims former Texas physician Roby Mitchell, M.D. Mitchell calls his plan the BALi diet, short for the Basic Antioxidant/Antifungal Low Insulin diet. While the plan includes some aspects that conform to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recommendations for healthy eating,…
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Tips to Shop Organic on a Budget
Chances are you’ve already heard about the benefits of including certified USDA organic foods in your diet. However, you may have also heard that such choices are typically higher in cost. “Eating right is in easier reach of Americans than ever before,” says Kate Geagan, America`s Green Nutritionist and expert consultant for Earth’s Best, the…
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Tips to Help You Avoid Surplus Fat as You Age
There are many ways you can stay fit and promote a long, healthy life. And you probably know about some of them, particularly those habits that are widely discussed in the media and by doctors. However, scientists have recently made new discoveries that can help you activate weight loss while gaining control over deadly aging…
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How to Best Protect Your Skin this Summer and Beyond
Despite the warnings about the aging effects the sun can have on your skin, only five percent of Americans apply sunscreen to their body daily, according to a recent survey conducted using GfK’s Knowledge Panel. While experts say that using sunscreen should be a year-round habit, during the active, outdoor days of summer, it’s even…
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Are You Reaching for the Right Pain Medication?
The use of opioid painkillers such as Vicodin and Oxycontin is on the rise and this trend is taking its toll. Opioids account for 46 deaths each day in the United States — more than any other drug. Is your pain medication the best option for you? Depending on the type of pain you’re experiencing,…
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25 Mouthwatering Ways To Make Low-Carb Pizza Without Bread
Whole Hearted Eats Everyone has a weakness. Mine happens to be pizza, glorious, delicious pizza. My life is pretty much a constant struggle between my love of dollar slices and not wanting to get fat. It just isn’t fair something so good for your soul can be simultaneously bad for your skinny jeans. But before you…
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Try These Burrito Bowls at Home
Skip Chipotle and try these burrito bowls right at home. It’s easier, healthier and 10000x tastier! I finally made a burrito bowl at home. Well, I guess it’s more of a burrito plate. But still. Burrito bowl, burrito plate – I’m in love. No, but really, with fresh veggies and just 10 min prep with…
