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                                                              • Over 65? Want to Cut Your Heart Disease Risk? Try Exercise

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                                                                |Date: September 28, 2016
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                                                                Over 65? Want to Cut Your Heart Disease Risk? Try Exercise

                                                                Over 65? Want to Cut Your Heart Disease Risk? Try Exercise

                                                                Ride a bike, take a swim, walk your dog: Even a "moderate" amount of exercise each week may drastically r ...

                                                                Ride a bike, take a swim, walk your dog: Even a "moderate" amount of exercise each week may drastically reduce the odds a person aged 65 or older will die from heart disease. The effects of exercise a ...

                                                                September 28, 2016
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                                                              • 15 Reasons Why Staying Active Should be a Priority

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                                                                |Date: June 16, 2016
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                                                                15 Reasons Why Staying Active Should be a Priority

                                                                15 Reasons Why Staying Active Should be a Priority

                                                                It’s never too late to start an exercise program and with spring in full swing, it’s a great time get in ...

                                                                It’s never too late to start an exercise program and with spring in full swing, it’s a great time get in the habit of making regular physical activity an essential part of your day. Even if you aren’t ...

                                                                June 16, 2016
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                                                              • 6 Steps for Enjoying a Healthier Plane Ride

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                                                                6 Steps for Enjoying a Healthier Plane Ride

                                                                6 Steps for Enjoying a Healthier Plane Ride

                                                                Planning a plane trip? There are steps you can take for a better, healthier excursion. Store medications ...

                                                                Planning a plane trip? There are steps you can take for a better, healthier excursion. Store medications to be taken during the trip in a carry-on bag. Pack extra meds in case of unexpected delays. Ta ...

                                                                June 16, 2016
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                                                              • Boost Your Mood with Exercise

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                                                                |Date: March 17, 2015
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                                                                Boost Your Mood with Exercise

                                                                Boost Your Mood with Exercise

                                                                Have you ever tried exercise to relieve stress or a bad mood? Chances are you felt better afterward. Scie ...

                                                                Have you ever tried exercise to relieve stress or a bad mood? Chances are you felt better afterward. Scientific research has demonstrated that the link between exercise and mental health is strong, th ...

                                                                March 17, 2015
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