Allergies Killing You? 7 Natural Remedies Worth a Try, and other Weekend Reads

Here are this week's reading diversions for your personal enligtenment. Have an excellent weekend!

Cholesterol Myths Busted | Healthy Eating | SF Gate

It's a myth that eggs are always bad for the heart.

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Is Cholesterol Hereditary? | Healthy Eating | SF Gate

Inherited genes, diet and lifestyle affect your blood cholesterol and cardiovascular risk.

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Vitamin B12 Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Are you getting enough vitamin B12? Many people don’t, and that deficiency can cause problems.

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Seven health benefits of salmon and a vitamin-rich summer recipe

From heart health to brain development find out why you should up your salmon intake this summer.

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Life Expectancy In Canada Has Grown By 5 Years: WHO

We already knew Canadians were doing relatively well economically, but now we know they're living longer, too!

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Allergies Killing You? 7 Natural Remedies Worth A Try

Maybe you don't want to deal with side effects like drowsiness, or you feel that pills and nasal sprays don't jibe with your let-the-body-heal-itself philosophy. Here are some natural alternatives.

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Bottled Water vs. Tap Water: Rethink What You Drink | Reader's Digest

Next time you need water on the go, take a second to look at the health and environmental toll bottled water takes.

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Crohn's Tips to A Manageable Lifestyle

Don't forget your meds! Many people do, especially when they're in a hurry to get out the door. If you're going away, write yourself a reminder note so you don't forget.

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Sardines may help to slow aging of your brain

Eating sardines may slow the brain's aging and protect against Alzheimer's disease.

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Senior’s Eye Health – Tips to help protect your vision as you age : Bausch + Lomb

Being outdoors on a sunny day feels wonderful – but it can be tough on your eyes. The solution? Wear sunglasses that block harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Also, a hat with a brim will reduce the amount of UV radiation slipping around the side of your sunglasses.

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Is too much high-intensity exercise bad for your heart? - Medical News Today

Along with following a nutritious diet and avoiding risky behavior like smoking, part of a healthy lifestyle includes exercising regularly. But two new studies published in the journal Heart suggest doing too much high-intensity exercise may increase risks of dying from a heart attack or developing an irregular heart rhythm later in life.

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10 Health Benefits of Turmeric | Top 10 Home Remedies

Turmeric, also known as curcuma longa, is a very common herb. Often referred to as the “Queen of Spices,” its main characteristics are a pepper-like aroma, sharp taste and golden color. People across the globe use this herb in their cooking.

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