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If you’ve been involved in a sport or military organization within the last few years, you’ve probably heard a little bit about CTE. CTE is a degenerative brain disease that’s become a major issue in the media. It’s important to spread knowledge of CTE around as much as possible, so we can focus on treating people before it begins to negatively impact their life.

If you’re contemplating exchanging white sugar for artificial sweeteners, you’re not alone. There are tons of people right now who are trying to figure out which choice is right for their lives. To make your decision easier, we’ve come up with some pros and cons of using artificial sweeteners. Read on so you can make an informed dietary decision.

There are certain foods you love to eat that can leave you feeling bloated, crampy, gassy, and sick. Temptation and cravings seem to always win over the idea of a potentially upset tummy. However, did you know that there are also foods out there that can (literally) kill you? Beware of some items that lurk down the aisles of your favorite grocery store and produce areas, as they can be hazardous to your well-being.

Making healthy food choices can be a challenge, regardless of your situation, when you get to the grocery store. Just because a label claims to be fat-free or low in calories doesn’t mean it is an overall healthy choice.

We all faces anxiety from time to time. It might be an important life change, or just a tough day at the office. Whatever the cause there are many simple ways you can use against fight those nerves.

Mornings are hard enough, and waking up with a pounding headache certainly doesn’t help. While there is no quick fix for a hangover or cure for the effect, we’ve got a couple tricks that’ll help.

We all know a good night of rest can set the tone for your entire day, and even though sleep is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle it often gets overlooked. Busy schedules, late nights, or too many distractions can cause people to get much less sleep than their body requires.

Sneaking some additional health benefits into your favorite foods is a recent trend in the everlasting quest for fitness. Whether it’s avocado chocolate pudding or black bean brownies, there seems to be a healthy version of all your favorite treats.

There’s no doubt that exercise, along with good nutrition, is a great way to improve and maintain your physical shape. But working out is not only a benefit for physical fitness – it also provides surprising effects for your mental state.

You may have been avoiding some of these during your last diet but fear not: you can enjoy these yummy foods in moderation and not worry about derailing your weight loss, interrupting a busy lifestyle, or having to shop at specialty grocery stores.