Health

Who is Molly?

November 3, 2013

La-di-da-di dancing with Molly! Miley Cyrus has sung about Molly, but what exactly is Molly? Molly is an illegal drug and is sold in pill form. “Molly is the street name for a drug that is pushed as the pure powder form of a banned substance known as MDMA, the main chemical in ecstasy. In the […]

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Breast Cancer Walks, Runs, and Fundraisers in Chicago

October 20, 2013

Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation Fall Benefit Luncheon October 17 Hilton Towers Chicago 720 South Michigan Avenue 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Brook Shields will be the keynote speaker! * The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer October 20 Montrose Harbor, Montrose and Simonds Drives Registration 9 a.m. Walk Kicking Off at 10:00 […]

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Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?

October 10, 2013

By Joanna Susul I have often wondered what the big deal about Vitamin D is and why so many people are taking supplements for it. Since I work in a pharmacy, I get a lot of questions about it, but I also see a lot of patients that are on it. They are all of […]

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6 Tips for Breast Cancer Prevention

October 8, 2013

1. Avoid Becoming Overweight Like any other health risk, having excessive weight can be a factor for breast cancer. Avoid weight gain over time, especially after menopause. Try to maintain a body-mass index of under 25. 2. Eat Healthy Going along with being overweight, eating the right foods and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can result […]

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Feel Your Boobies!

October 1, 2013

HOW SHOULD A BREAST SELF-EXAM BE PERFORMED? 1) IN THE SHOWER Using the pads of your fingers, move around your entire breast in a circular pattern moving from the outside to the center, checking the entire breast and armpit area. Check both breasts each month feeling for any lump, thickening, or hardened knot. Notice any […]

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Get Fit with Mikey Tenerelli!

September 10, 2013

When did you become interested in fitness? Ever since I was 10 or 11 years old– it was when I started playing competitive sports, especially football. To be successful at football you have to be in tip-top shape. When I was 14 that’s when I really got into football and fitness. Where did you go to […]

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Mikey Tenerelli Explains the Hot New Diet That’s Sweeping the Nation

September 10, 2013

Mikey Tenerelli, owner of Crossfit Alpha Dog (1300 S. Main St., Unit T, Lombard, Ill.) is a believer in The Paleo Diet. The diet, based on foods eaten during the Paleo Period, consists of meats, nuts, vegetables, and fruits. Tenerelli breaks down the diet for Emme! What is the Paleo diet? The Paleo period was […]

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September is National Yoga Month

September 2, 2013

September is National Yoga Month, so grab a mat and let’s go! About Yoga “The word yoga means ‘unity’ and is derived from the Sanskirt word ‘yui’ which means to join. The goal of yoga is to join, balance and harmonize the body, mind and emotions.” Yoga helps you know your body even better with […]

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Yum! Indulge in this 200 Calorie Decadent Dessert

August 15, 2013

Chocolate Avocado Pudding 1 large ripe avocado, pitted and sliced 1/4 cup cacao powder 1/4 cup almond milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp coconut oil 1 tbsp coconut butter 2 droppers chocolate stevia, plus more as desired 2 tsp xylitol sweetener 4 strawberries, sliced 1. Combine the avocado, cacao powder, almond milk, vanilla, coconut […]

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Calorie Bomb Cocktails

August 11, 2013

Pina Colada 300 Calories Minimum Most pina coladas are made up of sugary mixers, artificial flavors, and rum. This sweet, tasty drink adds up to 300 calories minimum. You’ll probably consume more calories in this glass than you would with a Big Mac. Yikes! Long Island Iced Tea 430 Calories A Long Island Iced […]

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