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It’s important for women to schedule routine health screenings so potential issues can be detected early on. Did you know that women are at a high-risk of contracting breast and cervical cancer? Besides health screenings, every woman should make time for healthy habits. Regular exercise and eating healthy can also help with stress management. Blood Pressure Screening When you reach 18-years-old, you need to start having your blood pressure checked every two years. This health screening involves wrapping a cuff around your arm and pumping it tightly. The recommended blood pressure for women is less than 120 over 80 millimeters…

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OWN YOUR WELLNESS CONFERENCE is an opportunity to engage in workshops and lectures and connect with a community top wellness experts who will support and inspire you to commit to your best self in 2019! Guests will also have the chance to enjoy our exhibitor room featuring a variety of vendors with amazing health, wellness, and beauty services and products.

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It can be difficult for parents to stay in shape during the fall months. Children are back in school and have after school activities and parents may have to work long hours. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to stay fit during the fall season even if you are busy. Make Exercise a Priority It is easy to let yourself go when you are a parent because your children’s school and activities take up a lot of time. However, it is still important for you to make exercise a priority. There are many benefits that can be reaped…

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You may be one of the many individuals who would rather do just about anything other than go to the dentist. However, regular dental cleanings are important for you general health as well as your dental health. Finding the right dentist can make all the difference in you skipping your next teeth cleaning and you actually making an appointment when you’re having an unusual tooth ache. Avoid skipping necessary dental care by following these essential tips in choosing the dentist that’s right for you. Convenient location. One of the first things you’ll probably consider is how far of a drive…

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If you’re like many people, chances are that you sometimes want to exercise outside when the weather is nice. But if you’re used to working out in a gym or in an otherwise-structured environment, you might not know where to start. Exercising outdoors can be invigorating and give you a break from the gym environment, so if you’re ready to mix up your workout routine a bit, read on to discover a few fun ways to start exercising outdoors. Get Some Friends Together for Recess You might remember freeze tag, keep away, and pickup basketball from recess as a child.…

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While outdoor grilling is a year-round thing for many (think tailgating in the fall and winter), the arrival of warmer weather creates an almost primal desire to cook and eat in the great outdoors. In addition to the temperatures just being too high to cook inside, the outdoor barbecue is an integral part of summer, something that everyone looks forward to through the gray days of winter. Unfortunately, grilling, especially meats, can cause carcinogens to form in significant amounts. One study showed that people who regularly consumed well-done meat (including grilled meat) were 60% more likely to develop pancreatic cancer.…

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Getting a beach body is a desire among many but the search for one often times remains a conundrum. Here are a few things you may have thought to yourself at some point and some insight to consider. “I don’t know what to eat.” If your goal is to get a beach body as soon as possible, your diet is a critical piece of the puzzle. You can cut fat quickly if you eat intelligently. Discipline yourself to eat mostly protein, fats and vegetables, while avoiding carbs and sugar. There is a common misconception that fat makes you fat. Fat…

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