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Can Being Sleepy Make You Chubby?

February 24, 2021

It’s true: we eat unhealthier foods–and more of them–when we are sleep deprived. How can you make sure you’re getting enough sleep? LeAnn provides a great tip. For more information about LeAnn and her SelfCare for HealthCare Program, contact us today.

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2020 Northside Hospital Case Study

November 21, 2020

Identified Opportunity: Northside Hospital (NH) is a network of hospitals and medical facilities in the Atlanta, Georgia metropolitan area. Its specialties include oncology, gynecology, neurology, orthopedic surgery and gastroenterology. At NH, clinical excellence and compassionate, patient-centered care go hand-in-hand. Their broad network of best-in-class facilities is staffed with highly-skilled, caring professionals who provide leading-edge therapies. NH is recognized…

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Spend Time in Nature for Better Health

November 11, 2020

Spending time in nature brings many physical and mental health benefits. Now a new study suggests that even just being able to see nature from your bedroom window could support your health. According to research by investigators from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, having a view of greenery can increase your health.…

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Do I Diet or Exercise First?

November 4, 2020

If you’re trying to eat more healthfully or exercise regularly, researchers have a surprising tip: consider making both changes at the same time. It may seem counterintuitive. Changing diet and exercise habits both require time and motivation. But research has shown people have more success when diet and exercise are tackled simultaneously. A study at…

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Sedentary Lifestyle Increasing

October 28, 2020

Since publication of the Physical Activity Guidelines (PAG) for Americans in 2008, there has been no increase in adherence to aerobic activity guidelines, while sedentary time has increased, according to a study. The University of Iowa examined the concurrent changing trends in adherence to the PAG for aerobic activity and sedentary behavior for U.S. adults…

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Don’t Grab the Grab-and-go Foods

October 21, 2020

Grab-and-go foods are an easy option for busy lives. But if you choose ultra-processed foods, you may pick up something you don’t want — heart disease. About 55% of Americans’ daily calories come from eating ultra-processed foods. And the more calories that came from ultra-processed foods, the worse heart health was, according to a study…

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Can Your Job Determine Heart Health?

October 14, 2020

Could your chosen profession determine the health of your heart? New research suggests that it may. Scientists analyzed data from more than 65,000 postmenopausal women in the United States and found several jobs were associated with poor heart health. Compared to women with other occupations, the risk of poor heart health was: 36% higher in…

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Exercise Builds Your Body and Your Brain

October 7, 2020

Exercise does more than build body strength, it also keep brain cells in shape. According to a Mayo Clinic study, exercise helps maintain the brain’s gray matter, which is linked to various skills and thinking abilities. The study provided indirect evidence that aerobic exercise can have a positive impact on cognitive function in addition to…

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Lack of Sleep is Killing Us

September 30, 2020

More than one-third of working Americans don’t get enough sleep. A study at Ball State University in Indiana reported that inadequate sleep is associated with mild to severe physical and mental health problems, injury, loss of productivity, and premature mortality. “This is a significant finding because the U.S. is currently witnessing high rates of chronic…

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How Americans Rate their Health-related Behaviors

September 23, 2020

The good news is that 7 out of 10 Americans rate their health-related behaviors and attitudes as good or excellent. The survey, conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of the American Osteopathic Association, questioned 2,032 U.S. adults. Participants were asked about their work, sleep, and exercise habits as well as their concerns regarding politics,…

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