Spring clean your body

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Talk to detox

Reach out and improve your health When’s the last time you let it all out? Whether it’s sharing feelings, speaking out a long-held worry, discussing a dilemma, or conversing about a concern—talking is beneficial to our well-being. Through talking, we can unburden our minds, unclutter our thoughts, and better cope with life’s challenges. Research highlights …

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Try a barre workout

Ballet-inspired fitness for everyone With roots in ballet, yoga, and Pilates, barre exercises are exploding in popularity across North America. Through controlled, precise movements, these workouts promise a strong core and long, lean muscles. What are the workouts like? If you’ve never taken a dance class, don’t worry—this is a conditioning workout, not a choreographed …

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Know your numbers

4 important heart-health measures Nine out of 10 of us have at least one risk factor for heart disease. Thankfully, 80 percent of premature heart disease can be prevented through healthy habits. By simply being aware of what heart-health numbers to watch for, you can keep yourself and your heart happy and strong. Cholesterol These …

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Banish loneliness

Listening may hold the key Ever feel lonely in your relationships? Unheard in conversations? Loneliness can be exacerbated by how we do, or don’t, listen. And this can affect both the physical and psychological health of individuals—and communities. Aloneness or loneliness? Loneliness is not the same as being alone. “It’s not the same as solitude,” says …

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Go Zero Waste

Tips for home and work How much garbage do you generate? The Zero Waste movement is swiftly picking up momentum around the world. It may seem daunting, but there are so many tips that we can implement in our personal lives and at work. Does your office have an environmental committee? It may be time …

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Red recipes to wow

Healthy food that’s full of heart We’re told that we should try to eat various colored foods throughout the day. That’s because different hues signal that different nutrients and antioxidants are being offered. With February being Heart Month and also the time when Valentine’s Day falls on the calendar, there is no better time to …

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