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Understanding the Connections between Sleep and Nutrition

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Boost Your Immunity: 7 Strategies for Cold and Flu Season

WEBA well-balanced diet plays a pivotal role in supporting immune function. Ensure your plate is filled with various fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean …

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Exploring The Relationship Between Exercise and Immunity

WEBResearch about the effects of regular exercise on the immune system is still ongoing. Previous research stated that acute bouts of vigorous and/or prolonged …

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The Power of Breath: The Surprising Benefits of Conscious Breathing

WEBStress Reduction. One of the most immediate benefits of conscious breathing is stress reduction. Taking slow, deep breaths activates the body’s relaxation …

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The Benefits of Eating Seasonally

WEBMay 12, 2023. Eating seasonally grown foods offers many benefits that promote our health, support local economies, and contribute to environmental sustainability. In addition, …

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Understanding the Basics of the Gut-Brain Connection

WEBThere are 500 million neurons in the gastrointestinal tract. However, our understanding of the gut is primitive compared to other sensory organs like the tongue …

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Explore Plant-Based Eating

WEBBy: Marnie Stober, Dietetic Intern, Meredith College and the Duke Lifestyle & Weight Management Center Nutrition Team.. Plant-based eating has become a popular …

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The Benefits of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program

WEBIn today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a familiar and often overwhelming part of our daily lives. Fortunately, there are evidence-based techniques …

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Holistic Approaches to Managing Diabetes

WEBA well-balanced diet is fundamental to managing diabetes. Focus on consuming whole, nutrient-dense foods and controlling portion sizes. The Mediterranean …

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Understanding the Relationship Between Nutrition and Menopause

WEBMenopause is a normal process of aging that happens 12 months after monthly menstruation ceases altogether. Ovaries produce the hormones estrogen and …

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Center’s New Name Reflects Goal of Lifelong Change

WEBJanuary 25, 2021. The Duke Diet and Fitness Center will now be called the Duke Lifestyle and Weight Management Center. The center’s director explains why the new name …

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The Harmonious Connection: Music’s Profound Impact on Health

WEBListening to music has been proven to trigger emotional responses that can positively impact mental health. A study by Thoma et al. (2013) demonstrated that …

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The Transformative Power of Gratitude

WEBThe Transformative Power of Gratitude. November 10, 2023. Practicing gratitude involves acknowledging and appreciating the positive things in our lives, …

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Elevate Your Mind-Body Connection With Guided Imagery

WEBGuided imagery works by utilizing our imagination and the mind-body connection. It involves eliciting mental images that allow us to re-create memories or …

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The Power of Journaling for Well-being: A Path to Self-Discovery …

WEBJournaling can help you break down your goals into manageable steps, making them more achievable. In conclusion, journaling is a simple yet potent tool for …

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Four Keys to Building Stress Hardiness and Resilience

WEBKey Number Three: Eat a Mood-Boosting Diet. Sugary and carbohydrate-dense foods like doughnuts, candy, pasta, and bagels may momentarily boost our mood …

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Four Reasons to Consider Seeing an Integrative Health Care Provider

WEBFocus on Prevention. Another benefit of seeing an integrative health provider is the focus on prevention. Integrative health practitioners believe in the power …

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Wheeling Into the New Year

WEBWheeling Into the New Year. December 30, 2022. Many of us use the beginning of a new year as a time to refocus, set new intentions and establish goals. …

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Feeling 35 Years Younger After Partnering With Duke

WEBDeana Doub, from Hillsborough, NC, partnered with the Duke Lifestyle & Weight Management Center to help her lose more than 60 pounds. Deana’s goals …

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