Eat Well

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Friday, August 8 Crossroads YMCA White Hawk Country Club Join us for the annual YMCA Golf Outing where all proceeds benefit our scholarship program.

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Friday, August 1 Triangle Hills Camp & Retreat Center Family Fireside Camp Out Come spend the night under the stars for a Family Camp-Out Night!

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Saturday, June 28 Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA 44th Annual Brickyard Run Join us for our annual race and compete for the legendary “brick” awards.

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Bacteria often get a bad rap. From ear infections to strep throat, many people associate bacteria with infections, a doctor’s visit and a possible round of antibiotics. But in terms of gut health, the better the bacteria, the better you feel. The most beneficial bacteria? The bacterial species that live in your digestive system, or gut microbiome, … Read more

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As temperatures rise, flowers bloom and viruses continue to circulate, it can be challenging to tell whether it’s the last gasps of cold season or if allergy season springs anew. Both have similar symptoms: sneezing, coughing and a runny nose, and they can signal a cold, allergies or both. We’re a nation of sufferers. According … Read more

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Doesn’t everyone feel clean, calm and refreshed after a long, leisurely bath or a steamy shower? There’s a way you can reap those benefits without ever taking off your clothes or getting wet. The Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forest and Fisheries coined the term Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese practice of “forest bathing,” in the 1980s, but … Read more

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A lack of social connection has major effects on Americans’ mental and physical health. U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy, M.D., released an advisory on the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in 2023, sounding the alarm that our relationships are as important to our health as physical activity, diet and sleep. The report underscores that being lonely … Read more

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The cardiovascular benefits, the endorphin rush, the sense of freedom, the competitive opportunities … devoted runners love the feeling they get from hitting the pavement or trail and letting their own two feet carry them away. But is it possible to run too much? Maybe. Changing your regular running routine every now and then doesn’t … Read more

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Protein is the building block that keeps your body running strong. Together with fats and carbohydrates, this powerful macronutrient plays an essential role in fueling your metabolism; supporting bone, tissue and cell production; and strengthening your immune system to help ward off pesky illnesses. In addition, protein also contributes to building muscle mass and supplies … Read more

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Thanks to the convenience and flexibility they offer, virtual telehealth appointments were trending well before the COVID-19 pandemic emerged in 2020. In some cases, though, an in-person office visit with your healthcare provider may still be the best way to go. What is telehealth? Telehealth, or telemedicine, relies on modern technologies to access, manage and … Read more