Author: West End Healthline

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What’s up doc, is a plant-based diet right for me?

Whether it was told to you by a parent, taught to you through the food pyramid or recommended by your doctor, all of us have heard that we need to eat more fruits and vegetables. But what does that mean? The exact amount varies by age, but the USDA MyPlate program represents having fruits and vegetables visually as taking up half of your plate and is a fantastic way to assess each meal and snack. Adding more fruits and vegetables to the diet can be a great way to improve your health.

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Harnessing the Power of Spring: Exercising Outdoors 

As the seasons shift and the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, there’s a sense of renewal in the air. With the sun shining bright and nature coming back to life, what better time to get back to that exercise routine, or to continue your current one, by taking it outdoors. Embracing exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle and outdoor workouts not only offer a refreshing change of scenery, but also bring health benefits for both the body and mind. 

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The Ancient Tradition of Sauna Bathing: Are there health benefits or is it just hot air?  

The practice of saunaing has been getting increasingly popular with claims of health benefits including pain reduction, weight loss, heart benefits and improved sleep. Let’s embark on a journey through the history of this multi-cultural tradition and the most recent research to find out if the benefits of sauna bathing are rock solid or just a bunch of hot air.  

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