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June 19, 2020
Best Approach to Being Out in the Sun

Many of us are slowly reemerging into the sun having been indoors. No one has a “base tan.” So, what is the best way to get some fun outside and a little vitamin D without coming to harm?

Lifestyle
June 19, 2020
Don’t Judge an Illness by Its Cough

Many people are paranoid about coughs at the moment. We listen to a stranger cough, trying to determine its cause. A new study shows that it is useless because the sound of a cough alone won’t tell you if a person is ill.

Lifestyle
June 18, 2020
Studies Suggest Chest X-rays May Fight COVID-19

In the first half of the 1900s, doctors used X-rays to ease pneumonia. Scientists think that, by doing the same thing now, they could stem inflammation before it leads to pneumonia and other respiratory problems that are killing people with COVID-19.

Lifestyle
June 17, 2020
Old Drug May Help Critically Ill COVID-19 Patients

A steroid used to fight inflammation since the 1960s may help people who are hospitalized with COVID-19. The researchers saw a one-third reduction in deaths of ventilated patients, and a one-fifth reduction in deaths of people on oxygen.

Recipes
June 16, 2020
Four Tasty, Low-carb Salad Dressings to Beat the Heat

Salads are healthy, refreshing, delicious and a great way to eat your veggies. The problem with salads is that dressing—arguably the best part of many salads—can be really high in sugar and salt.Try these four tasty dressings instead!

Lifestyle
June 15, 2020
WHO Recommends Masks

The World Health Organization (WHO) once believed that there wasn’t enough evidence that masks offered protection to suggest healthy people should wear them. However, as more information has come to light, the WHO has changed its recommendations.

Lifestyle
June 15, 2020
Why is Social Distancing Six Feet?

We all know that standing six feet away from other people can help us avoid catching or spreading COVID-19. Good airflow helps promote health. But, where exactly did we get the number six feet?

Get Out There
June 12, 2020
Two Grandmothers Hike to Avoid Loneliness

Two women were missing their grandchildren. But, concerned about the risk of contracting COVID-19, they have stayed away. The friends decided to go for a hike. But it wasn’t just any hike.

Lifestyle
June 12, 2020
Keeping Healthy Diet, Habits After the Pandemic

Everyone has handled the pandemic in their own way. But, as the country reopens, how do we put our best foot forward? What are the best ways to eat well and continue good habits going forward?

Lifestyle
June 11, 2020
Could OTC Heartburn Drug Help Fight COVID-19?

Everyone is looking for COVID-19 answers. There isn't a cure or vaccine yet. But, a new study released gives us hope. Pepcid, the over-the-counter heartburn drug, may help ease the symptoms of COVID-19.

Get Out There
June 10, 2020
Have You Made a COVID-19 Bubble?

We are all sick of staying away from other people. We need contact. That’s how the idea of COVID-19 bubbles started. The “bubble” means only hanging out with a couple of people who all agree to follow the same safety precautions.

Recipes
June 9, 2020
No-cook, Low-carb Veggie Sides

We want to keep as much heat out of our kitchens as possible. So, here are four vegetable dishes you can make that are delicious, low-carb and don’t require cooking.

Lifestyle
June 8, 2020
Almost Half of COVID-19 May Spread from Asymptomatic People

Possibly the more worrying thing about COVID-19 is that a person can have it and be completely symptom-free. Researchers believe that around 45 percent of people who become visibly ill were infected by someone who seemed completely healthy.

Lifestyle
June 8, 2020
The Safest Ways to Hug During a Pandemic

For many of us, the hardest part of the pandemic is staying away from our families. We miss hugs. Now, an expert has explained guidelines for safer hugs.

Lifestyle
June 5, 2020
Researchers Looking into Ibuprofen to Treat COVID-19

Since the beginning of the pandemic, people have told us not to take ibuprofen (Advil) to help fight the symptoms of COVID-19. Their reasons were vague. Now, scientists are looking at whether that’s true or if ibuprofen can help ease COVID-19 symptoms.

Lifestyle
June 5, 2020
Official Admits Sweden Should Have Done Things Differently

Sweden’s chief epidemiologist, Ander Tegnell, criticized other countries for having strict lockdowns — like the U.S. has experienced. Now, he has admitted that Sweden’s high death rate could have been avoided with more action.

Exercise
June 4, 2020
Biking is a Great Way to Get Around

We love getting out and about. Many Americans are turning to bicycles to get around. That’s great! However, there are things we must keep in mind while biking to stay safe.

Lifestyle
June 3, 2020
Our Experience Ordering Groceries

People might rather order groceries than go to the store right now. Someone on our social media team tried out Instacart for the first time over the weekend. She wanted to share her experience so that everyone has an idea of what to expect.

Recipes
June 2, 2020
Frozen Low-Carb Desserts for Hot Weather

The summer has unofficially begun. Some parts of the country are already hot, experiencing temperatures in the 90s. That’s why we are looking at cooling treats this week.

Diet
June 1, 2020
Gluten-free Diets Aren’t Healthy for Most People

People are trying out new diets to see if they can find new eating patterns. However, despite its growing popularity, a gluten-free diet is something only a doctor should suggest.

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