Healthy Lifestyles

 

What Kind of Chocolate is Good for Your Heart?

Dr. Matthew Lucks, a cardiologist at Scripps Health in San Diego, discusses the heart healthy benefits of dark chocolate….

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10 Healthy Boosters for Your Green Smoothie

Green smoothies are already a great way to pack in vitamins and minerals, but you can take your blend to the next…

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Are Carbonated Beverages Harming Your Health?

Dr. Saima Lodhi from Scripps Clinic in Hillcrest discusses whether carbonated drinks are harmful to your health….

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15 Spring Activities San Diegans Should Try for Better Well-Being Before Summer Crowds Arrive

Spring activities in San Diego are a bit of a hidden gem. The weather is hot, but not too hot. The paths…

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3 Full-Body Circuit Workouts for Beginners

Tone and Strengthen Your Entire Body with These 3 Circuit Training Exercises, Each in 20 Minutes or Less. (No Gym Membership Required!)…

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Sunscreen Q&A, by Dr. Heidi Gilchrist of San Diego

What’s the single most important thing you can do for your skin to promote graceful aging? Avoid sun exposure. Ultraviolet radiation from…

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What to Eat this Season – Winter’s Top 10 Veggies

Don’t let the chilly weather keep you from getting your necessary veggies! Look for winter produce at local farmers markets for the best…

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Top Hiking Trails in San Diego County

7 of the most popular hiking trails in San Diego – including user reviews, pros / cons, and difficulty level   1. Mt. Woodson…

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Top Foods (and Drinks) for a Healthy Heart

12 Items You Should Keep on Hand for Simple, Heart-Healthy Meals: Tomatoes and Lycopene – Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Tomatoes are full of an…

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This for That – Healthy Baking Substitutions

Would you like to create healthier, lower-calorie desserts without sacrificing flavor? Try some of our favorite healthy baking substitutions! 1. Avocado pureed or mashed…

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Sodium and Your Skin

Most of the sodium in our diets comes from processed foods, not from the salt shaker. Pre-prepared soups, frozen meals, pasta sauces,…

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De-Stress Your Life Today!

Everyone faces some type of physical or mental stress each day… Stress can be anything from getting to work on time while…

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