Health and Fitness
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Nurse opens college in Mount Prospect to train next generation of health care workersJan 22, 2025 12:43 pm - If you’re interested in entering the healthcare field, Marie Fenelon can point you in the right direction. The Round Lake resident and R.N. recently opened Fenelon College of Healthcare Careers in Mount Prospect.
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Most supplements aren’t worth your money. This one is.Jan 20, 2025 4:02 pm - Psyllium has been shown to be a superior source of fiber, aiding not only digestive health, but heart health, blood sugar control and satiety.
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Being in shape is better for longevity than being thin, new study shows
Jan 20, 2025 3:44 pm - Losing weight and being thin is all the rage these days, but scientists say there’s something else that matters more in terms of health and longevity. Find out why being fit matters more than excess weight.
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How to make exercise nonnegotiable in 2025
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Winfield Marine Corps veteran recovers from brain injuries with service dog’s helpJan 20, 2025 10:58 am - The Winfield Marine veteran didn't leave his house for four years due to PTSD and a brain tumor, until connecting with a service dog gave him purpose and landed him on “The Drew Barrymore Show.”
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The best of biking in 2024: A look back at the year’s good newsJan 19, 2025 11:57 pm - Along for the Ride columnist Ralph Banasiak takes a look back at some of the best news in biking in 2024.
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Your mind matters: What you can do to lower your risk for dementia
Jan 19, 2025 8:27 am - About a million Americans a year are expected to develop dementia by 2060, roughly double today’s toll, researchers reported recently. That estimate is based on a new study that found a higher lifetime risk than previously thought.
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Patient advocate: What to ask when considering outpatient surgeryJan 19, 2025 8:26 am - Having cataract surgery? Chances are it will be at a stand-alone ambulatory surgery center. Ditto for joint replacements, tonsillectomies, colonoscopies and other procedures. If an outpatient procedure is in your future, give yourself peace of mind by asking a few questions first.
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People are using elderberry to treat cold and flu. Experts say think twice.Jan 19, 2025 8:25 am - Elderberries have vitamins and antioxidants and many became aware of their reputation for shortening the duration of cold and flu during the pandemic. But the thing about reputations? They’re not always true. See what experts are now saying.
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Proposed rules would require nutrition info, allergen warnings on alcohol labels