I love this warmer weather! My favorite part about this time of year is the ability to re-engage with people out in the world. Every spring and summer, I talk to neighbors that I haven’t seen since the start of winter. I often reconnect with friends and family for cookouts, outdoor sporting events, or dinners on patios. I have the chance to explore new parks and trails with my wife, which is a way that we like to connect and spend quality time together.
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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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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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Tobacco use is the number one cause of preventable deaths worldwide. Most people know that smoking cigarettes is not good for their health, and the majority of current cigarette smokers have attempted to quit at least once. However, understanding that you should quit smoking does not always result in actually succeeding in stopping smoking.
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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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West End Healthline By Matthew Burgstahler, MD Being a transplant to Minnesota, I have heard the strangest sayings about the
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West End Health Line By Sibel Dikmen, MD Most of us understand that exercising is beneficial for our bodies and
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West End Healthline By Rachel Newinski, MD As we head into the end of the year the days get shorter
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By Bobbi Livengood, MD Diabetes mellitus is a health condition that affects the blood sugar levels in your body. Type
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