Health and Fitness
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Ask the doctors: Dangers of raw milk arise from bacteriaFeb 02, 2024 6:00 am - Raw milk, that is unpasteurized milk, can carry bacteria, but proponents say modern processes significantly reduce that risk without stripping away nutrients.
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It’s called ‘cozy cardio.’ In a world seeking comfort, some see a happier mode of exercise
Feb 02, 2024 6:00 am - Cozy cardio simply involves walking in place — in the comfort of your home — using a mini treadmill or “walking pad.” No stress, no membership fees, no preening for other, buffer-than-thou gym rats.
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What to know about lead exposure and prevention for kidsFeb 02, 2024 6:00 am - Lead is one of the health risks that, unfortunately, is not as easily recognizable as others. Sources of lead exposure can be subtle but pose serious consequences for kids and adolescents if exposure occurs.
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Newer diagnostic tests for a broken heartFeb 02, 2024 6:00 am - As durable is the heart is, things can go wrong with it, from leaky valves to weakness to heart attack. Here are a few of the newer heart tests you may encounter if you’re being evaluated for a heart issue.
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Aging gracefully: Former NFL player LaCosse beginning second career back home in NapervilleFeb 01, 2024 6:00 am - Matt LaCosse does not like down time. “I don’t sit around well,” he said. Soon after the Naperville North graduate retired from the New England Patriots in July 2022, en...
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‘It’s pretty much about my life’: Teen writes children’s book to raise awareness of eating disorders
Jan 30, 2024 8:31 pm - Fifteen-year-old Bella Miller has become a children’s book author after being inspired to prevent others from struggling with an eating disorder like she does. The Lakes Community High School freshman wrote “Food is Fuel: Eating = Energy!”
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Reframing New Year’s resolutions for your familyJan 28, 2024 9:57 am - It’s never too late to set goals for the year. Creating and committing to resolutions are a great way to teach goal-setting for kids and teens.
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Dizziness during pregnancy: When is it a concern?
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Benefits of a morning routineJan 28, 2024 9:57 am - Having a set morning routine that works for you will make not only your day go more smoothly but free up your brainpower for your projects.
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Experts urge innovation to lower risk of heart disease, strokeJan 28, 2024 9:57 am - We've learned a lot about what causes heart disease and strokes, but data suggests a need to increase efforts to help those at risk, said an author of last week's report in Circulation.