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Alex Kozovski

Is your asthma severe?

December 31, 2020 Alex Kozovski

If you have asthma, the airways bringing air in and out of your lungs become tight, restricting the flow of air, leading to shortness of breath and wheezing. Most people with asthma can control it successfully with medications and lifestyle…

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3 mental tricks to manage your overactive bladder (OAB)

December 29, 2020 Alex Kozovski

If you have an overactive bladder (OAB), there are some tried-and-true methods to manage the condition. Despite OAB being a physical ailment, there are a handful of psychological tricks you can employ to control your urge to go. These techniques…

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3 ways to nap like a pro

December 25, 2020 Alex Kozovski

A lot of people counter heavy eyes with a third afternoon coffee or another energy drink. Sure, these can work in a pinch, but if those are your solutions to sleepiness, have you considered the elusive midday nap instead? Naps…

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How to safely exercise at home with online resources

December 22, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Now that we’re home for the majority of our time, staying active has become more important. But without the gym or your fellow workout companions to motivate you or ensure you’re doing things right, it isn’t as easy exercising consistently.…

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The best (and healthiest) winter comfort foods

December 21, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Warm, comforting food doesn’t need to be saturated with salts, sugars, and fats. In fact, that toasty feeling can be had from uber-healthy superfoods, providing as much nutrition as they do warmth. Get that feel-good coziness from these four hot…

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Celebrating the Holidays, 2020 Edition

December 19, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Large gatherings are on hold this holiday season, so we’re all figuring out how to downsize our guest list and meal spread – while maximizing the magic and enjoyment of the holidays. Scaling down from a large celebration to an…

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Why Vitamin E needs to be a part of your hair care routine

December 18, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Now that we’re in the colder, drier months, there’s no better time to tend to that killer mane you’ve been cultivating year-round. It isn’t like skincare, where you can apply all the lotions and serums you like. But you can…

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4 holiday foods with underrated health benefits

December 17, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Everyone fears holiday bloat, but don’t let that get your holiday tinsel in a tangle – many winter holiday staples offer sneaky-awesome health benefits, abnormal calorie counts aside. Enjoy the holidays and don’t give a second thought to looking like…

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It’s soup season: the benefits of the bowl

December 16, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Soup is the perfect solution to anytime you’re feeling hungry, appearing as either an appetizer, main dish or a satiating between-meal snack. Besides being delicious, soup carries a bowl of benefits for a variety of reasons. It’s the perfect conduit…

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Tips to avoid a bloated stomach

December 14, 2020 Alex Kozovski

Some foods and drinks can have you feeling so uncomfortably bloated, it’s painful doing things like sitting and breathing. If you’re commonly gassy or bloated, here are a few culprits to keep an eye on in your everyday diet: Chewing…