• Why Exercise Needs Vary Between Individuals
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    Why Exercise Needs Vary Between Individuals

    Do you ever feel like you’re in a fitness maze, trying to crack the code for your ideal workout routine? Picture this: You’re committed to your workouts, following the latest trendy routines, or mimicking your friend’s exercise regimen that has seemingly transformed their physique. But oddly enough, your results aren’t quite what you expected. Sound familiar? Exercise isn’t a one-size-fits-all prescription. It’s a personalized journey, intricately woven with your unique biological makeup, lifestyle, aspirations, and health. Yet, despite its inherently personalized nature, the fitness world often presents us with a cookie-cutter approach – a single roadmap promising identical results for everyone. Consider this scenario: Two individuals embark on the same…

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  • HealthyWomen’s Annual Educational Event – HealthyWomen
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    HealthyWomen’s Annual Educational Event – HealthyWomen

    We look forward to spending an evening with you celebrating and advancing women’s health. It is our honor to bring together esteemed leaders in the healthcare field who are making an impact on women’s health through education, research, policy and innovation. Agenda Thursday, May 9, 2024 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library, Washington D.C. Business attire 5:00-6:00 p.m.* | Check-in and Rooftop Reception 6:00-7:00 p.m. | Speakers and Panel Discussion 7:00-7:30 p.m. | Networking and Closing *Passed hors d’oeuvres to be served Speakers Janet Woodcock, M.D.* Principal Deputy Commissioner, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (retired) U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R – Alaska)* Panel Discussion Moderator Samantha Skey, CEO, SHE…

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  • Here’s What You Should Consider When Looking For A Drug Rehab Center
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    Here’s What You Should Consider When Looking For A Drug Rehab Center

    If you or a loved one is struggling with substance misuse, finding the right drug rehab center is an important decision that requires quite some careful consideration. The main question people ask themselves is, “How do I identify a facility that provides quality, compassionate care tailored to individual needs?” This article will answer these questions by discussing several key factors to reflect on when searching for a dependable rehab program. What to Look For in A Drug Rehab/Treatment Center When seeking help for addiction, it’s wise to start your search by learning about different treatment philosophies. Some centers believe the 12-step approach alone leads to recovery, while others integrate therapies…

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  • How to Finally Get Control Over Your Painful Hemorrhoids
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    How to Finally Get Control Over Your Painful Hemorrhoids

    Millions of people struggle with hemorrhoids on a regular basis, though it’s hard to know this, given that this experience is somewhat embarrassing and most people are reluctant to talk about it. While there is no surefire cure to make your hemorrhoids go away forever, there are some strategies that can reduce the prevalence of hemorrhoids and make your life with them more comfortable. What Are Hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in and around the anus. A person can suffer from internal hemorrhoids, which can form into the lower rectum, or external hemorrhoids, which are much more noticeable in the skin around the anus. Either way, hemorrhoids can be uncomfortable,…

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  • How To Give Up Alcohol
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    How To Give Up Alcohol

    Giving up alcohol can be one of the biggest challenges in life for some. For millions of people worldwide it has a grip on people, whether that’s a once a week binge or a small glass of wine each day. Addiction takes many forms and it can take a lot of effort to not just give it up, but recognise that a person’s alcohol consumption is unhealthy and problematic in the first place. That is the first step, and often the hardest. However, do it and there’s plenty of help out there to make a success of giving up alcohol, entering recovery and a life of sobriety for the rest…

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  • Beta-glucan: A “Jack of All Trades” for Immune Health
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    Beta-glucan: A “Jack of All Trades” for Immune Health

    Beta-glucans are a type of soluble fiber found in the cell walls of yeast, mushrooms, oats, and barley that have been shown to provide immune-modulating effects. While all beta-glucans have health benefits, the beta-glucans derived from yeast and mushrooms have specific effects on the immune system due to their unique structure. They are among the few compounds that can stimulate and regulate the immune system at the same time. In this article, I’ll explore the mechanisms and research behind yeast and mushroom beta-glucans as “biological response modifiers,” outline their unique immune health benefits, and explain how to implement them into your daily routine. What is a “biological response modifier” (BRM)?…

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