Think Healthier: because you need to!
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8 Things Never to Do Before Bed
Sleep. Everyone does it; everyone needs it. But not everyone is getting the right amount or the proper type of rest. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have linked a lack of sleep to industrial tragedies, motor vehicle accidents, and medical mistakes, all caused by inattention or nodding off at inappropriate times. Beyond that,…
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Snooze Alert: 5 Signs You Need a Nap
We all know the feeling: dragging ourselves out of bed after hitting the snooze button one too many times, feeling like we’re treading water on our way to the shower and trudging through our day wishing for a caffeine IV to limit trips to the break room. According to Dr. Mary Esther, president of the…
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The Best Sleep Positions for Your Health
Why does your sleep position matter? Isn’t it good enough to make sure you’re getting that recommended eight hours per night? Now you also have to consider how you position your body while you’re doing it? Is that even possible to control while you’re asleep? Sleep is a natural process that many people take for…
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Wake-up Call: Why You Can’t Sleep Through the Night
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, “DWDs” cause 1,500 deaths and 40,000 injuries a year. Yet in this case, DWD doesn’t stand for “driving while drunk;” it stands for “driving while drowsy.” Yep, 5 percent of American adult drivers admit to nodding off behind the wheel. And, get this, more than half of Americans…
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Signs and Symptoms of Sleep Deprivation: Are You Getting Enough ZZZs?
Do you awaken most mornings exhausted, as if you ran a marathon in your dreams? But you still get behind the wheel of your car to commute to work, don’t you? Beware — it is estimated that drowsy driving causes about 100,000 automobile accidents a year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, resulting…
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Does Your Arguing Style Affect Your Health and Relationships?
People argue. After all, disagreeing is just a part of life. We’re bound to butt heads on something. However, there are right and wrong ways to argue. And learning to argue the right way can benefit both your health and your relationship. Part of healthy arguing is knowing what topics can lead to disagreement. These…
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Stimulating Conversation: Why Some Female Legislators Want a Waiting Period for Viagra
A waiting period? For Viagra? Yes. According to Fox News, a South Carolina legislator is trying to pass a bill that would require men to wait an entire day before picking up medications like Viagra — and to bring a note from their significant others discussing the issues in their nether regions. OK, this sounds…
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Recognizing the Signs of Abuse-In Yourself and Others
Have you ever been abused? Your initial answer may be no. But are you sure? Abuse can masquerade in many forms. Some forms can be subtle, and other forms can involve obvious physical harm. This means that to protect yourself, you need to be able to recognize both. Generally speaking, abuse is a double-edged sword.…
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Trouble Getting Pregnant? 5 Factors That May Play a Role
Are you having trouble getting pregnant? Couples who have struggled to get pregnant will give you one very important piece of advice: Be patient. Getting pregnant is a process that may take a little time. But how much time is too much time? There’s a clear guideline: the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
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Love Is the Drug: How Your Body Reacts to Passion
It’s no secret that love can send every inch of our bodies into orbit. From the racing heartbeat from a first kiss to the passionate embrace of that person we love, our bodies react to passion in some pretty amazing ways. And the science behind this is definitely something to write home about. That magic…
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