The holidays are just around the corner, and with the season of joy and cheer comes holiday shopping for many Americans. The allure and magic surrounding the holidays is manifested and manipulated by retailers all across the nation. They captivate us with the sights, smells and ambiance of their stores,…
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Health Column: America’s vaping epidemic is raising concerns
E-cigarettes, or vape pens, work by heating a liquid containing nicotine until it vaporizes. It is touted by experts that the rise in vaping is due in part the company Juul, which grabbed the attention of the adolescent market by creating an assortment of flavors that are high in nicotine…
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Health Column: Opioid Crisis in America
The United States is currently facing one of the worst opioid crises in history. Roughly two million people across America suffer from opioid addiction, and that number continues to increase dramatically each day. On average, 200 Americans are dying each day from opioid overdoses, which is more than those dying…
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Health Column: Does Exercise Really Make You Live Longer?
Experts frequently tout the health benefits of exercise. While many of us don’t meet the recommended minimum weekly amounts of exercise (150 minutes of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous) studies continue to demonstrate the importance of exercise. A new comprehensive study found that those who engaged in the…
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Health Column: Ways to Stay Healthy in the Winter Months
Many of us endure common colds and sickness once the winter months arrive. However, there are many everyday, simple tasks that can keep you and your family healthy during the holidays. One of the most obvious but often neglected tasks is frequent hand washing. Hand washing is important as bacteria…
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Health Column: Does La Croix contain insect pesticides?
Sparkling water has been the newest rave since soda has been linked to cancer and a multitude of other diseases. However, recently the sparkling water company La Croix has been sued for allegedly putting insidious ingredients in their self-proclaimed “healthy alternative.” The lawsuit was filed after testing was done on…
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Health Column: The Healing Properties of Celery Juice
One of the most powerful foods is gaining popularity among celebrities, health bloggers and physicians across the U.S. Celery, scientifically known as Apium Graveolens (1), is one of the most nutritious plant foods available on the market. Celery contains a rich variety of compounds known to help fight inflammation, balance…
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Health Column: STD rates on the rise in college students
Rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are on the rise in the U.S and health care professionals are noticing an increase in the prevalence of new cases particularly among college students. According to the CDC, nearly 50 percent of the 20 million STD cases diagnosed each year occur between people…
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Health Column: Can Turmeric Cure Cancer?
Millions of Americans are diagnosed with cancer every year and scientists are struggling to find a cure. Yet, unbeknownst to many is an ancient Indian spice that has been scientifically proven to possess anti-cancer properties. Turmeric, also known as Indian saffron has been used throughout not only Indian, but Asian…
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