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Trampoline Facts

Published Jan,26 2018  |  By Sarah Robertson

Over the past decade, it has also become one of the most popular backyard activities and is a fun way to enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle.

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7 Things It's OK to Be Selfish About

Published Jan,26 2018  |  By Brandi Koskie

Every time you travel by plane, you're encouraged to be "selfish". Think about it: A flight attendant demonstrates instructs you to, in the case of an emergency, put your oxygen mask on first before helping children or other passengers. Hooking yourself up to life-giving oxygen may seem selfish...

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Are Shrubs the New Kombucha?

Published Jan,26 2018  |  By Hillary Eaton

Shrubs are flavored vinegars that taste great and promote gut health. Plus they can be used in your favorite cocktails

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The 10 Worst Things to Eat at a Salad Bar and the 10 Best

Published Jan,26 2018  |  By Maggie Moon, MS, RD

If you thought the salad bar was a safe haven for healthy eating, you will be disappointed by how quickly things can go south. The truth is it only takes a few missteps to turn a balanced, nutrient-packed salad into a bowl full of salt, sugar, saturated fat and carcinogens — not to mention a calorie overload.

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These Stress-Fighting Adaptogens Are the New Superfoods

Published Jan,26 2018  |  By Sarah Pflugradt, MS, RDN

Feeling [stressed](https://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/1011067-15-stressreducing-techniques/)? The better question would be who isn’t feeling stressed these days? But if stress turns you into a hot mess, you may want to ask your doctor about adaptogens.

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Top 5 Pectoral Exercises

Published Jan,25 2018  |  By Eric Bach

For men, a muscular chest is a badge of pride. But women can also benefit from strengthening and training the muscles of their chest.

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Is Alkaline Water Extra Healthy or a Hoax?

Published Jan,25 2018  |  By Jess Barron

Many alternative health experts say that alkaline water -- whether purchased in bottles or created from your own tap with a pricey do-it-yourself ionizing purifier -- is an extra-healthy type of water to drink, with claims that it slows the aging process, increases energy, helps people with fertility issues, regulates

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Never Hit a Strength Plateau Again

Published Jan,25 2018  |  By Patrick Striet

How do you get out of a fitness rut? You have to continually ask more from your body to give your muscles the proper stimulus for continued growth.

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9 Better-for-You Potato Chip Swaps

Published Jan,25 2018  |  By Patricia Bannan, MS, RDN

Potatoes are definitely America’s favorite vegetable. According to the Northern Plains Potato Growers Association, the potato chip was invented in 1853 and has been America’s #1 snack food for more than 50 years. In 2011, Americans ate 1.5 billion pounds of potato chips -- that’s about four pounds per person.

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23 Must-Have Items for Working Out in the Cold

Published Jan,24 2018  |  By Rachel Grice

Once the leaves fall off the tree and the weather turns colder, tank tops and shorts no longer cut it on your outdoor runs. Time to upgrade your winter-workout wardrobe and add some hoodies and full-length leggings into the mix.

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Side Effects of Petrolatum

Published Jan,24 2018  |  By Dr. Tina M. St. John

Purified petrolatum, or petroleum jelly, is generally safe when used as directed. Side effects are rare but there are some precautionary considerations.

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