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Ongoing Exercise

Work Out With Denise Austin: Upper-Body Firmers

This exercise may help boost upper body strength

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Decoding Food Labels

Understanding what’s in packaged foods can help you make healthier choices

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Take a Coffee Break

This daily ritual may benefit your brain in several ways

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Find Focus With Music

Music may enhance performance

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Grocery Shop for Good Health

Slowing down can help you make good decisions

Restorative Sleep

Keep a Gratitude Journal

Think about what brings you joy

Engage Your Brain

Take an Adult Education Class

One of the best tips for healthy aging is to never stop learning

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Manage Stress

Gratitude Practice: Savor the Moment

This 5-minute mindfulness practice cultivates gratitude

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What Is the Best Way to Store Fresh Berries?

Make summer-ripe berries last longer by following these prep and storage tips

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Mindfulness in Your Digital Life

Three practical ways to be more present and purposeful

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Be a Critical Thinker

Turn an otherwise passive activity like watching TV into a mental workout

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Memorize Your Go-To Numbers

Divide and conquer with this memory tool

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Engage Your Brain

Immerse Yourself in Nature

Make your next outdoor walk more meaningful by observing and identifying

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Ongoing Exercise

Worst Pre-Workout Foods

When you snack before you exercise, avoid foods that are high in fat and sugar

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Look for Patterns in Nature

Enjoy time outdoors with this meditative exercise

Ongoing Exercise

Add Strength Training to Your Week

Resistance exercise offers head-to-toe health benefits

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Guide to Washing Produce

It's important to clean the fruits and veggies that you eat for your protection

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Restorative Sleep

Take a Warm Bath

Time it right and add some relaxing ingredients

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Add Dairy to Your Day

These healthy snacks will fill you up with extra benefits

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Quiet Your Noisy Mind

Instead of distraction, try awareness and acceptance

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5 Healthy (and Tasty) Food Substitutions

Everything adds up to help you meet your weight-loss goals

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Restorative Sleep

Change Your Soundscape for Better Sleep

Reducing distracting noises may help you sleep

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Engage Your Brain

Got Goals? This 4-Step Method May Help You

This strategy picks up where positive thinking leaves off

Ongoing Exercise

20-Minute Treadmill Hill-Walk

The treadmill is a key fitness component for many

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