Tag: stress
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When is the best time to exercise?
Morning, afternoon or evening? When do you exercise? People exercise at all different times throughout the day. When you exercise is probably due to when it’s most convenient for you. But what if there’s a best time to exercise? A time when you’re more likely to reap all the benefits of exercise than any other…
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Reduce Inflammation with Exercise
Most of us know inflammation as something that happens when we hurt ourselves. Or helping to fight off an infection. But if inflammation continues, even at low levels, it can be a concern and increase your risk for a variety of diseases. Fortunately, regular exercise can help prevent, or at least reduce the risk of…
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You and Your Microbiome
Inside your gut (the collection of organs involved in digestion, such as the mouth, stomach, intestines) are trillions of bacteria. It’s estimated each of us have more bacterial cells than human cells. And this can include up to 1000 different bacterial species alongside viruses, fungi and other microbes. Together, they make up your microbiome. Now…
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The Importance of Self-care: Spending Time Alone is Good for You
At some point in your life, you’ve probably been told to slow down. Or perhaps to “just relax”. As if that will instantly change everything. But maybe there’s some truth underlying those comments—a message to take time for self-care. The problem is we often don’t. We’ve got too much to do and too many people…