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Wednesday, April 10,2013
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Sugar, Sugar Everywhere

Added to many foods, it can have sour effects on your health

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
I visited two local bank branches recently. At one, brightly colored lollipops adorned the teller counters. At the other, the ante was upped with lollipops and Tootsie Rolls, and employees commented on the tasty treats co-workers brought in to share.
Wednesday, March 13,2013
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Making Peace with Food

Mindful eating helps you listen to your body and know what you need

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
“Food is not the enemy or your best friend,” says local psychotherapist and mindful eating instructor Nicole Christina. Her co-presenter in an upcoming mindful eating workshop, Pauline Cecere—who, like Christina, is a licensed clinical social worker—agrees.
Wednesday, February 13,2013
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Beat Street

Heart Healthy Month is a good time for women to understand their cardiac risk factors

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
Feb. 1 was a snowy, blustery winter day when Anne Messenger, chair of the American Heart Association’s 2013 Go Red for Women campaign, led the Go Red walk through downtown Syracuse. Althoug
Wednesday, December 12,2012
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Up With People

Connecting with friends and family is one sure way to make your season bright

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
The holidays may be stressful but they can also be joyous, hopeful and beneficial to our health and well-being. Reaching out to others and participating in social situations may be the key. Resear
Wednesday, November 14,2012
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Happy Days

Cultivate a positive attitude and you’ll likely feel better, both mentally and physically

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
Greater peace can be achieved by finding inner peace,” said the 77-year-old Dalai Lama, sporting an orange Syracuse University visor as he spoke during the Common Ground for Peace events last
Wednesday, October 17,2012
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Chemo the Magnificent

The latest research finding four distinct breast cancer types means treatment will be more specific and more effective

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
Breat strides in breast cancer research continue to shake up the medical field and change treatment options. Recently four genetically distinct types of breast cancer were...
Wednesday, September 12,2012
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Slow Motion

With its deliberate, yet flowing, moves, tai chi burns stress and builds flexibility

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
I was introduced to tai chi at Stella Maris Retreat and Renewal Center on Skaneateles Lake. As we attempted to match the instructor’s slow, deliberate movements, the floor-to-ceiling windows
Wednesday, August 8,2012
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Core Strengthening

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
Sit-ups just don’t cut it anymore. Neither do crunches. The area those exercises target isn’t even called “abs” anymore. When it comes to building core strength, the techni
Wednesday, July 11,2012
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Prevent Summertime Accidents

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
When you are on the move, make sure to exercise caution and follow some simple summer safety tips. Remember that most summer injuries are preventable.
Wednesday, June 13,2012
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Tea for You

The tiny leaves hold health benefits along with distinctive flavors

By Marnie Blount-Gowan
In Japan, the garden path, or “roji,” that leads from the waiting room to the tearoom signifies the first stage of meditation...
 
 
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