Game-day eats

These recipes score big Feeding a houseful of hungry fans during this season of sporting greatness? These nutritious and satisfying meals are sure to carry you all the way to game-day hosting victory. Game on! Margherita Chicken Pizzas Top a small pita with mozzarella, chicken, and other pizza favorites, then broil, and you have a..

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Men’s health roadmap

Navigate lifelong wellness Being happier and healthier for longer requires a proactive approach to men’s health and well-being. Although there is no “fountain of youth,” there are steps that can be taken for men to navigate the life course in the most positive trajectory possible. An ounce of prevention Preventive medicine is becoming an increasingly..

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How to work out in the heat

Hot tips for when temperatures soar Summer heat can take a toll on your health and wellness. Stay safe and fit, no matter what the thermometer says, with these hot tips. Heatstroke dangers “Never ignore heat exposure symptoms,” says Joseph Sudimack, MS, CSCS. “There’s an increased risk of having something mild, such as muscular cramps,..

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Reach out—don’t “man up”

Why stress is different for men Men are no less immune than women from the effects of stress. But it’s the manifestations of that stress and how men deal with them that often differs dramatically. Here are some effective ways for men to manage that stress. What are the consequences of chronic stress? A certain..

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Give yourself a financial health checkup

How to improve your financial fitness If your bank balance isn’t trending in the right direction, or if you just want to bump it up a notch, you’re probably due for a financial health checkup. Here’s your road map to a healthier financial future. More than just money Getting a handle on your financial well-being..

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Let’s talk about PMDD

Coping with premenstrual dysphoric disorder Casting off premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) into the bucket labeled “women’s issues we all deal with” or dismissing these women’s experiences as “just that time of the month” does a disservice to those whose relationships, career, and quality of life suffer with their condition. PMDD—the facts Diagnosing PMDD Just like..

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Go glam for Mother’s Day

A fresh, fab day of feel-good food for Mom These recipes are beautiful, delicious, and flexible, which means plant-based or vegetable-forward moms can be treated to a special occasion meal that will leave them feeling their best. Glam, doable, and oh-so-good recipes that will bring a smile to Mom’s face—this truly special lineup will be..

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Your menopause journey

Tips to help you navigate Somewhere in our fourth decade of life, our bodies start acting up—hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems, and irregular periods. Ditto for depression and mood swings, joint pain, bloating, memory issues, low libido, hair changes, and weight gain, particularly in the midsection. It’s a rollercoaster, and it starts with perimenopause..

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Women and ADHD

What you need to know In my work teaching learning strategies to parents and students of all ages, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is increasingly present in the conversation. I hear from clients wondering about symptoms to making sense of the intricacies of a diagnosis, from practicing the art of self-advocacy to learning skillful ways..

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The lowdown on pelvic physio

Take charge of your health … down there While it may be common, pelvic floor dysfunction is not normal. The good news is that with better awareness, as well as specialized physiotherapy, we can take charge of our pelvic floor function. Jenna Wilkes, MScPT, a pelvic health physiotherapist, explains that hormonal changes throughout their lives and the..

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