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Take a Stroll Through the Heart Health Benefits of Walking

You probably know that getting regular exercise is good for your health, but you may have wondered whether walking counts. There’s good news: Yes, walking counts—and there are many heart health benefits of walking.
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Is Gluten-Free Healthy? Learn about Going Gluten-Free

A gluten-free diet doesn’t mean just a bread-free diet. Learn more about this dietary trend, and find out if such a diet is one that could benefit your health.
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Wondering What to Eat When You’re Sick? Try These Comforting Foods.

If you’re feeling under the weather, getting the right nutrition takes on a new importance. Find out which foods may help you feel better when you’re feeling sick.
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6 Surprising Foods with Caffeine—and What to Do When You’ve Had Too Much

Caffeine can impact your sleep and make you anxious, and considering there are so many drinks and foods with caffeine, you may not realize how much you’re consuming.
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Recognizing Dehydration Symptoms in Athletes

Athletes of every age, ability and activity are at risk of experiencing dehydration symptoms. Maintaining proper hydration before, during and after exercise is key to performing your best and getting the greatest benefit out of your workouts.
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Bowl with tofu and veggies

Is Tofu a Healthy Alternative to Meat?

A person’s food preferences can become a big debate. Tofu versus meat is a prime example, showcasing how different nutritional concepts can often clash. Which is healthier, though? Learn more about tofu to understand what sets it apart from traditional protein.
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Exercise Snacks & Other Ways to Counteract Too Much Sitting

If you spend hours each day sitting at a desk in front of a computer, you aren’t alone. Could “exercise snacks” be enough to counteract all that sitting?
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Preventing Pickleball Injuries

Pickleball-related injuries range from mild sprains to severe muscular strains and joint complications. Thankfully, many players can effectively prevent and treat these injuries by knowing what causes them, how to prevent injury and what recovery looks like.
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Woman with bandaid after a shingles vaccine

Shingles Prevention: Take Your Best Shot

Shingles, a viral infection that causes a painful rash, doesn’t have a cure, which makes prevention important. The hallmark of shingles prevention is a highly effective two-dose vaccine.
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Is Caffeine Bad for Your Heart? It Depends.

Caffeine is used in some of the world’s most popular drinks. Known for its energy-boosting properties, caffeine can also affect heart health. Learn the pros and cons of caffeine and the downsides of drinking too much.
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