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April 29, 2013
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Risk Factors for Osteoporosis

Are you at risk for developing osteoporosis? Here is a list of risk factors for Osteoporosis that may contribute to the development of this common condition. Physical Factors Sex – If you are of female gender you are far likelier to develop osteoporosis than men. This disorder affects approximately half of women older than 50 [...]
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5 Tips to Prevent Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is the result of the body’s inability to form new bone or the process in which bone is gradually resorbed by the body. As a result, bones become thin and weak, contributing to a heighted susceptibility to develop fractures and broken bones. Fortunately, the following healthy lifestyle choices can promote strong bones and overall [...]
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March 5, 2013
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Check Up on Your New Years Resolution

It’s the three month check in to see how you are coming with your New Year’s resolution.  Have you moved closer to your goal? If your goal was weight loss, we are going to review some common reasons you could have fallen short. If you are part of that crowd that has changed your diet, [...]
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February 19, 2013
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Exercise

Exercise is one of the most important things we can do for our body.  Study after study confirms its benefit in everything from preventing heart disease, decreasing risk of cancer and even dementia. Exercise is more effective than certain medications for decreasing risk of depression. If there is so much research surrounding the effect of [...]
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February 12, 2013
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What is Leaky Gut?

Our gut, stretched end to end is the size of a tennis court. If there is a little bit of inflammation, all over something the size of a tennis court, that amounts to a big problem. In order to completely evaluate the gut we must measure foods that we are sensitive to, bugs or pathogens [...]
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February 5, 2013
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Cardiovascular disease

Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in the country. However, a decrease death rate from heart disease has not been rapid in coming. Current medications may even be making the problem worse. A recent study on a common cardiovascular medication which lowers cholesterol has been found to increase death in the elderly. Even though [...]
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February 1, 2013
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Headaches

Headaches come in all shapes and sizes, and consequently there are many different types. It is important to understand that each individual could have a unique trigger for headache. It is imperative that one address root cause when treating headaches, as otherwise headaches are likely to continue indefinitely.  Headaches can present as tension, cluster or [...]
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December 17, 2012
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Surviving the Holidays This Year! 2012

We want to revisit some tips that Dr. Agolli share with us last year around the Holidays… Exercise Begins Now Not as your New Years resolution. Remember, movement is medicine for your body. Tip: Try to exercise for 20 minutes three times a week. A great 20-minute workout can include walking up and down stairs [...]
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December 10, 2012
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Is Your Belly Flat or Fat?

Beer belly. Love handles. Fat. Whatever you want to call it, excess weight around your middle can be the most difficult weight on your body to lose. It is also more dangerous to your health than those extra pounds that accumulate on your hips or thighs. The fat around your belly is an outward sign [...]
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November 12, 2012
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Do You Make These 5 Fitness Mistakes?

Stroll through any gym and you’ll notice many mistakes. Mistakes that waste time. Mistakes that put people in danger. And mistakes that are just plain crazy. Maybe you even make a few of these mistakes yourself. By avoiding these common blunders, you’ll put yourself on the fast track to results. Check out the following 5 [...]
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October 29, 2012
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15 Reasons To Exercise

It’s normal to have days where you just don’t feel like exercising. You feel too busy, too stressed and quite simply too tired.And you forget about all the amazing benefits that a consistent and challenging exercise routine gives you. I’m here to remind you. Here’s a list of 15 of the top reasons to exercise. [...]
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October 22, 2012
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The Unhealthy Side of Fruit

You know that healthy weight loss comes as a result of regular exercise and a diet filled with plenty of fruits and vegetables. But is anything with the word “fruit” or that contains one fruit or another a valid way to meet your fruit quota? No. Here’s proof. Proof One: Fruity, Sweet Cereals By now, [...]
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October 12, 2012
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5 Lifestyle Changes for Healthy Weight Loss

Have you ever wondered… Why do so many diets end in failure? Why is it so easy to gain lost weight back? And why can’t you maintain your ideal weight at all times? If you’ve tried every quick-fix fad diet under the sun, you realize they can help you lose weight instantly. Unfortunately, keeping the [...]
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October 1, 2012
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Optimal Exercise Time for Every Age

Being active is an important part of staying healthy at any age. Just by spending the optimal amount of time exercising each week, you’ll become healthier. Regular exercise helps to maintain a healthy weight and drastically lower your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, hypertension, various cancers, and an array of other dangerous and [...]
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September 28, 2012
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Do-It-Yourself Kitchen Raid

Want faster weight loss? Then do a self-guided kitchen raid.If your kitchen is stocked with the makings for healthy meals and snacks you’ll easily stay on track, even when those late-night cravings strike.So what should you keep on hand and what should be banned? Use this self-guided kitchen raid to help you sort out the [...]
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September 17, 2012
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Your Flat Abs Plan

One of the most popular questions that I’m asked is, “How can I get great abs?” You may have pondered this question at some time or another. Many people are frustrated by their waistlines, to the point of giving up after doing dozens of crunches with zero improvement. It’s time to forget everything you’ve heard [...]
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September 10, 2012
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3 Steps to a New You

Are there things about yourself that you’d like to change? Your weight, your habits, and maybe even your outlook on life? We are trained to think that change is hard, that it takes time. But it really doesn’t have to be. I’m here to argue that lasting change happens in an instant. I understand that [...]
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September 4, 2012
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Try These Fatigue-Fighting Foods

Have trouble getting started in the morning? Feel sluggish in the afternoon? Ready to crash come evening? You’re not alone. Many people, especially women, are constantly suffering from a lack of energy. Fatigue can be caused by a number of different factors, but for many people, poor nutrition is to blame. Since food is the [...]
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August 27, 2012
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Your Dinner Made Healthy in 5 Steps

You think you’re eating healthy meals, but aren’t sure? If your weight loss has slowed, or even stopped, then there’s a good chance that you haven’t been eating as healthy as you should be. I’m going to end the guesswork for you, once and for all, with my 5 steps to a healthy meal. By [...]
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August 20, 2012
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5 Simple Exercises For Sculpted & Toned Legs

Are you self-conscious about your legs?Do you dread the thought of wearing shorts-let alone a swimsuit? Maybe you think your calves are too skinny or you hate that your thighs rub together and your buns jiggle when you walk. Whatever you don’t like about your legs, it isn’t going to fix itself. So how can [...]
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