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Washington Woman Magazine has compiled a list of products that donate a portion of proceeds to breast cancer research.Written by Hariz Siddiqui for Her Active Life. | Permalink | Have something to say? Add a Comment!Section: Her Health, Her News
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With summer comes trips to the beach. Trips to the beach mean lots of sun and swimming…and sometimes jellyfish stings. How can you take the pain out of a sting if you are unfortunate enough to encounter one of these nasty creatures? First, wash the area with water. Apply vinegar, rubbing alcohol, or baking soda. (Check with the lifeguards ...
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Water resistant sunscreen protects your skin for 40 minutes of sun exposure. Waterproof sunscreen protects it for 80 minutes. If you are planning on spending all day at the beach or in the pool, remember to reapply! One application will not protect you for the entire day. Also, make sure you are using enough sunscreen to get the job done. Studie...
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Somewhere in the world someone is training when you are not. When you race him, he will win.Tom Fleming’s Boston Marathon Training MottoWritten by Alexandra M. Haller forHer Active Life. |Permalink|Have something to say? Add a Comment!Section:Her Motivation,Quotes of the Day
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Walking is the best possible exercise. Habituate yourself to walk very far.~Thomas JeffersonWritten by Alexandra M. Haller forHer Active Life. |Permalink|Have something to say? Add a Comment!Section:Her Motivation,Quotes of the Day
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I don’t exercise. If God wanted me to bend over, he’d have put diamonds on the floor.~Joan RiversWritten by Alexandra M. Haller forHer Active Life. |Permalink|Have something to say? Add a Comment!Section:Her Motivation,Quotes of the Day
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Drinking doesn’t have to do you in. Yes, many drinks have more calories than you bargain for, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a tight-lipped teetotaler or a dieting die-hard. There are a few simple things you can do to keep an evening at the bar enjoyable enough that you don’t wake up with regrets (about what y...
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Are you planning a trip to the beach? Use this handy checklist to ensure you have everything you need for a day of fun in the sun.-Sunscreen-Lip balm-Sunglasses-Aloe-Sun hat-Umbrella-Chairs-blankets-extra towels-bottled water and drinks-snacks-dry clothing and extra footwear-camera (use a waterproof case)-Frisbee and/or football-wiffle ball and ...
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Adherence to a “prudent diet”, rich in whole grains, fruits, legumes, fish, vegetables and poultry has been found to reduce the risk of heart disease and overall mortality in women, according to the results of a prospective study reported in the June 23 Online First issue of Circulation. Conversely, a “Western diet”...
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When most people are thinking of cutting back on calories, they mainly look to reduce the amount of FOOD they’re putting in their mouths. But what about liquid calories? Simple changes, like switching from cream to 2% milk in your coffee can really add up. At lunch, instead of your usual can of soda, try flavored seltzer or sparkling water...
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If news ofsalmonella-infested tomatoesandraw milk concernsdon’t have you biting your nails over food safety, then, girl, we don’t know what will! Because the truth is, many of us have begun to grow a bit queasy over the foods we are preparing for our daily meals.And the worries are heightened when it comes to the proper storage of fi...
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I visited my sister this weekend and it’s not unusual for us to do some sort of workout or exercise when visiting one another. Yes, we’re occasionally ‘those people’ that work out on vacations. This time, she chose the poison, which was a new workout class calledBody Pump. She was very excited for the class. I was more inclined to sleep in, but...
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Cycling, like other sports requires the use of equipment--your bike. It’s important to know how to maintain your equipment whether that means tightening the trucks on your skateboard, or wrapping grip tape around your tennis racket. It’s a good idea to know how to do it yourself. I decided to take myself at my word and learn how to change flat ...
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You probably know the benefits of fiber by now, the most common one being to keep constipation to a minimum, but did you know it can also help reduce the risk of colon and breast cancer? On top of this, some studies have also shown it may play a role on reducing LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, and also blood sugar. If these studies are corr...
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The following article is written by Lisa Marie MercerThe colorful cranberry is synonymous with holiday happiness. This festive fruit has some interesting folklore surrounding its name. The story begins on November 20th, 1620, when a group of people called the pilgrims landed at a place known as Plymouth Rock. When they arrived, the Native Americ...
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Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos - the trees, the clouds, everything.~Thich Nhat HanhWritten by Alexandra M. Haller forHer Active Life. |Permalink|Have something to say? Add a Comment!Section:Her Motivation,Quotes of the Day
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It’s fun to share your favorite sport or workout with other people. There are a lot of activities that can be done solo and it can feel good for it to be just you and your kayak, or your bike, or own two legs pounding the trail. Going solo means you can push yourself against your internal limits, or your old record, oryour heart rate; it&#...
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You’ve probably heard it before- drink your milk, it’s good for your bones! While milk isn’t the only source of calcium you can get, there is a lot of truth behind this statement. Women especially can benefit from a diet high in calcium and vitamin D, which studies have shown can help reduce the risk of osteoporosis and bone fr...
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As I see it, every day you do one of two things: build health or produce disease in yourself. ~Adelle DavisWritten by Alexandra M. Haller forHer Active Life. |Permalink|Have something to say? Add a Comment!Section:Her Motivation,Quotes of the Day
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A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book.~Irish ProverbWritten by Alexandra M. Haller forHer Active Life. |Permalink|Have something to say? Add a Comment!Section:Her Motivation,Quotes of the Day
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