Studies have shown that seven out of ten carseats are installed incorrectly. Most often, seatbelts are not tightly secured or the seat is improperly positioned in the car. Here are a few tips for installing a car seat safely in your own vehicle: Read the car seat manual and your vehicle owner’s manual before you […]
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Exercise can act as a second antidepressant medication for some people, effectively eliminating symptoms of depression when combined with one antidepressant drug. But men and women need different types and intensities of physical activity to get the greatest mental health benefits. In a recent study, researchers tested the effects of different exercise programs’ effects on
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Prunes (dried plums) may be a secret weapon in preventing decreased bone density, a condition known as osteoporosis. Osteoporosis affects about 8 million women and at least 2 million men in the United States. Women are most commonly affected after menopause, when hormone production suddenly decreases. In one study of 95 postmenopausal women, women who
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Eating more fiber could help you lose dangerous “belly fat,” the fat that surrounds vital organs in the belly. Also called visceral fat, belly fat has been linked to increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other metabolic syndromes. In one study, people who ate 10 additional grams of insoluble fiber per day – the
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Tai Chi is a gentle Chinese martial art that incorporates slow, gentle movements with breathing and relaxation. Sometimes referred to as “meditation in motion,” Tai Chi has been linked to many health benefits, including reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. In older adults, Tai Chi has been shown to improve cardiovascular fitness and help prevent falls.
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Eating more fiber could help you lose dangerous “belly fat.” Fat that surrounds vital organs in the belly, called visceral fat, has been linked to increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other metabolic syndromes. In one study, people who ate 10 additional grams of insoluble fiber per day – the amount found in one
