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25 Sep

5 Things to Do Daily to Keep Your Heart Healthy

Source: Health Essentials Written By: A. Marc Gillinov, MD

You know that exercise and a good diet can keep your heart healthy. But what else can you do to keep your ticker going strong? Here are five key things you need to do every day to help your heart work most efficiently. Incorporate these habits into your lifestyle and your heart health will be the best it can be for you.

17 Sep

Preventing Alzheimer's Disease: What Do We Know?

Source: National Institute on Aging Written By: .

As they get older, many people worry about developing Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. If they have a family member with Alzheimer's, they may wonder about their family history and genetic risk. As many as 5.5 million Americans age 65 and older live with Alzheimer's. Many more are expected to develop the disease as the population ages—unless ways to prevent or delay it are found. Although scientists have conducted many studies, and more are ongoing, so far nothing has been proven to p

11 Sep

What are the Benefits of Growing a Vegetable Garden?

Source: ECOgarden Written By: Melisa

What are the benefits of growing your own vegetables? Vegetables are so easy to grow especially in sunny spots. And you don’t need a large yard to build a vegetable garden. Even the tiniest slice of space can be transformed into a lush, thriving garden. If you love the idea of growing your own produce then building a vegetable garden will save you hundreds of dollars on grocery. You’ll also have the peace of mind knowing that the vegetables you eat are grown with lots of TLC! Still torn about

4 Sep

Volunteering and its Surprising Benefits

Source: Help Guide Written By: Jeanne Segal

Volunteering can help you make friends, learn new skills, advance your career, and even feel happier and healthier. Learn how to find the right fit.