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Chronic stress can lead to a variety of health problems
By JENNIFER RUSSEL - MSU Extension Service

Fri,04/15/16-9:41PM , 285 Reads
Our lives can be very stressful, and if we become accustomed to living with these feelings, then we may not even realize how much it is affecting us. Our bodies are designed to respond to stressful situations in order to protect us from danger.
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Walking is a safe, easy, inexpensive way to stay fit
By JENNIFER RUSSEL - MSU Extension Service

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Fri,04/08/16-7:16PM , 161 Reads
Walking is one of the most important and popular forms of endurance exercise. For most people, walking is a safe, easy and no-cost way to be fit.

Research shows that regular, brisk walking has these benefits.

• Improves circulation and helps heart and lungs work more efficiently.

• Lowers blood pressure.
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Waistline measurement can often be an indicator of pre-diabetes
By JENNIFER RUSSEL - MSU Extension Service
Fri,04/01/16-7:42PM , 230 Reads
Even in the 21st century, a tape measure may be quite telling. The past few years have seen the emergence of useful and powerful electronic devices equipped with sophisticated sensors that check our heart rate, blood pressure, steps, etc. These tools help us keep our health in check.
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Follow food safety rules when preparing eggs for Easter fun
By JENNIFER RUSSEL - MSU Extension Service
Fri,03/25/16-7:35PM , 141 Reads
If you are planning on dyeing and hunting Easter eggs today, it’s important to follow food safety rules to prevent illness.

• Keep fresh eggs refrigerated in the original carton until it’s time to cook them. Eggs are a high-protein food and are prone to rapid growth of the disease-causing bacteria salmonella.
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