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Good Hydration Linked To Lower Risk For Faster Aging, Disease, Early Death: New Study Good Hydration Linked To Lower Risk For Faster Aging, Disease, Early Death: New Study
Good Hydration Linked To Lower Risk For Faster Aging, Disease, Early Death: New Study Drinking enough water can help you lower the risk of disease, faster aging, and early death, according to a brand-new study. “The results suggest that proper hydration may slow down aging and prolong a disease-free life,” according to the study by the National Institutes of Health, which was published Monday, Jan. 2 in the journal eBioMedicine. Researchers who used data gathered from over 11,500 adults over a 30-year period analyzed links between serum sodium levels – which go up when fluid intake goes down – and various indicators of health.  They found that adults with serum sodium …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Pregnancy And COVID-19: What You Need to Know Pregnancy And COVID-19: What You Need to Know
Pregnancy And Covid-19: What You Need to Know The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says women who are pregnant should be monitored more closely than the general population since they are known to be at risk of severe viral illness. Pregnant women experience immunologic and physiologic changes which make them more susceptible to complications from viral respiratory infections. If you are pregnant, you should take the following preventative actions: Avoid people who are sick or who have been exposed to the virus. Clean your hands often using soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. C…

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Youth Sports And Hydration: How Much Is Enough? Youth Sports And Hydration: How Much Is Enough?
Youth Sports And Hydration: How Much Is Enough? Did you know that the majority of young athletes are already dehydrated with they show up for practice or a game? This is important information for coaches, parents and student athletes, according to Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Marc Kowalsky of Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS), because improper hydration can impact mental alertness and physical performance, and it increases the risk of injuries. “As little as two percent dehydration can cause muscle fatigue and affect a young athlete’s aerobic capacity, strength, stamina, and reaction time,” he said. “It can also put und…

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Skincare On The Go: Six Tips To Keep Your Skin Healthy While Traveling Skincare On The Go: Six Tips To Keep Your Skin Healthy While Traveling
Skincare On The Go: Six Tips To Keep Your Skin Healthy While Traveling Our busy lives and travel plans can sometimes get in the way of our daily skincare routine. Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and serves to protect you in many ways; therefore, it is in our interest to take care of it. Here are six essential tips to care for your skin when you’re on the go: 1. Hydration: Drinking water throughout the day is one of the best steps you can take to keep your skin looking and feeling healthy. Grab a reusable water bottle to keep with you while you’re at work, on the go in the car or while you’re at the gym. It is recommended that women drink 11.5 cups of w…

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Stay Cool, Says Cuomo, Urging NYers To Take Precautions For Excessive Heat Stay Cool, Says Cuomo, Urging NYers To Take Precautions For Excessive Heat
Stay Cool, Says Cuomo, Urging NYers To Take Precautions For Excessive Heat Latest update: School Districts Announce Early Dismissals Due To Heat With the heat index (the combination of temperature and humidity) expected to hover near 100 degrees on Monday, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is urging New Yorkers to take extra precautions to ensure that against heat-related illnesses. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the Hudson Valley, which will remain in effect from 11 a.m. through 8 p.m. on Monday, with heat index values expected to peak around 1:00 p.m. and lasting through the late afternoon. According to the NWS, the extreme heat can cause illness a…

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by Zak Failla
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Don't Let The Snow Slow Your Running Routine This Winter Don't Let The Snow Slow Your Running Routine This Winter
Don't Let The Snow Slow Your Running Routine This Winter GREENWICH, Conn. -- Like it or not, winter is here. However, just because the weather outside is frightful doesn't mean it's time to put your running regimen on hold.  Alicia Hirscht, director of physical therapy at the Stamford office of Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists, shared her tips on staying healthy and safe while hitting the road in the cold: Layer Up "The trick to staying warm while you’re out in the cold is to layer, but not too much," said Hirscht. "Even though it’s cold outside, your body will generate enough heat to perspire, so it’s important to wear …

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