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Everyday Strength: Functional Exercises for Older Adults
Sep. 9th, 2025

Everyday Strength: Functional Exercises for Older Adults

Functional fitness is a type of exercise that focuses on improving your ability to go throughout your daily tasks safely and without pain. From carrying bags of groceries to bending down to grab something on the ground, functional exercises strengthen the muscles you use in everyday activities—reduc…

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How Untreated Hearing Loss Affects Brain Health
Aug. 26th, 2025

How Untreated Hearing Loss Affects Brain Health

Hearing loss is often seen as just an inconvenience, but research shows that it can have a significant impact on brain health. Over time, untreated hearing loss can lead to cognitive decline, increased risk of dementia, and even changes in brain structure. If you or a loved one has been experiencing…
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Why Legumes Are a Must-Have Ingredient In Your Diet
Aug. 19th, 2025

Why Legumes Are a Must-Have Ingredient In Your Diet

Legumes are a household staple in many dishes around the world. These versatile and nutrient-rich foods—beans, lentils, peas, chickpeas, and more—offe…
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Signs of Burnout and How to Recover
Aug. 12th, 2025

Signs of Burnout and How to Recover

Burnout is more than just feeling tired; it's a combination of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion that builds up over time. Burnout—whether fr…
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