Mind body and spirit of aging overview
Colleen Flanagan reflects on aging and mental health through Erikson’s stages, urging acceptance and integrity. The piece encourages present focus, breath awareness, and honoring elders, noting how attitudes shape aging and well being in daily life.
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Erickson
Maya Angelo
Jimmy Carter
Jessica Tandy
Colleen Flanagan
Southern Illinois Behavioral Health Team
Allergy season drags on as pollen woes rise and hygiene altered immunity
A discussion of pollen allergies surveys prevalence from 3 to 5 percent of the population to wider impacts due to global warming and more hygienic living. Experts cite histamine reactions and antihistamines, note earlier longer seasons per EPA, and reference Northwest pollen cycles with tree and grass phases.
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Nature
James Thurber
David Robinson
Virginia Mason Medical Center
East
West Germany
Tufts Medical Center
East Germany
Federal Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Reynold Karr
University of Washington
Northwest
Washington
Karr
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
Protect Teeth With Braces and Clear Aligners Tips
McClatchy-Tribune highlights orthodontic care steps to prevent cavities and stains. Dr. William Harper of Poquoson Va urges active participation, more cleanings every three to four months, enhanced brushing, and fluoride use. Use electric toothbrush, water flosser, portable brushes, avoid hard foods, limit acids, and follow orthodontist guidance.
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William Harper
Poquoson
McClatchy-Tribune
Paying cash curbs junk food purchases, study finds
A Cornell study in the Journal of Consumer Research shows paying with cash reduces impulse buys of unhealthy snacks. Participants bought 42 percent more junk food with credit than cash, while healthy groceries were unaffected.
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Cornell University
Journal of Consumer Research
Manoj Thomas
Cornell
Thomas
McClatchy-Tribune News
Sleep quality linked to lower overeating in Harvard study
Harvard researchers led by William Killgore found that daytime sleepiness increases hunger for high calorie foods and reduces prefrontal cortex activity. The study used MRI scanning to show sleepier volunteers have weaker self control, making extra bites and desserts more likely.
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Harvard
William Killgore
Harvard Medical School
Killgore
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