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How heart attack symptoms show up differently ...

February 1, 2021

Heart attack symptoms can show up differently for men and women. Learn how to recognize a heart attack when it happens.

tags: blood pressure , chest pain , exercise , heart attack , heart disease , newsletter

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Minimize holiday stress: 5 tips to unwind

December 14, 2020

The holidays can be a stressful time for everyone. Check out these five tips for combatting seasonal stress.

tags: depression , exercise , meditation , newsletter , sleep , stress

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Should I really be getting 10,000 steps a day?

September 21, 2020

It's been touted as a daily activity goal for most adults, but should you really be hitting 10,000 steps a day for better health?...

tags: aerobic activity , exercise , fitness tracker , newsletter , walking , weight loss

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5 self–care day ideas

July 27, 2020

When is the last time you took time out of a busy day to focus on yourself? Here are five self-care day ideas to help you slow down and find...

tags: exercise , health and wellness , newsletter , relaxation , sleep

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Could a supplement help keep your mind sharp?

June 8, 2020

Worried about dementia? There are ways you can protect your mind, but brain supplements may not be the answer. Learn how to be a smart shopper...

tags: diet , exercise , heart health , newsletter , sleep , supplements

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7 worst things for a woman’s heart

February 3, 2020

Heart disease is the number one killer of women, but only one out of five American women believe it’s a threat.

tags: diet , exercise , heart disease , heart events , newsletter , stress

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Why poor sleep could derail your weight loss goals

August 12, 2019

Poor sleep affects more than your energy level and alertness. Learn why it can trigger a cascade of hormonal changes that may lead to weight ...

tags: appetite , exercise , hormones , metabolic-problems , newsletter , sleep

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New Cholesterol Guidelines Focus on Personalized...

December 25, 2018

New cholesterol guidelines released by the American Heart Association recommend a "personalized" approach to fighting bad cholesterol.

tags: american-heart-association , cholesterol , cholesterol-guidelines , december , exercise , newsletter , obesity

4 min Read Time

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Even a 2-minute Walk Counts in New Physical Activity...

December 18, 2018

New guidelines suggest physical activity lasting as little as two minutes still counts toward a person’s weekly activity goals. Previously...

tags: american-heart-association , december , exercise , newsletter , physical-activity-guidelines , walking

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Making Sense of Diabetes

December 10, 2018

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 30 million people living in the U.S. have been diagnosed with diabetes...

tags: diabetes , diet , exercise , smoking

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Get Back Into a Workout Routine After Pregnancy

November 9, 2018

As you get ready to welcome your new bundle of joy into the world, our team at Parkridge East also wants to help you find your way back to your...

tags: exercise , parkridge east , postpartum care , postpartum wellness , pregnancy , womens health , womens services

4 min Read Time

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6 Weird Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight

August 21, 2018

If you’re eating right and exercising, but still can’t seem to lose weight, some unexpected factors could be to blame. We spoke with...

tags: blood pressure , cardiology , cardiovascular health , deep breathing , exercise , heart , hypertension

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How heart attack symptoms show up differently ...

Minimize holiday stress: 5 tips to unwind

Should I really be getting 10,000 steps a day?

5 self–care day ideas

Could a supplement help keep your mind sharp?

7 worst things for a woman’s heart

Why poor sleep could derail your weight loss goals

New Cholesterol Guidelines Focus on Personalized...

Even a 2-minute Walk Counts in New Physical Activity...

Making Sense of Diabetes

Get Back Into a Workout Routine After Pregnancy

6 Weird Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight

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