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What to consume, avoid before your workout
As warmer weather approaches and people are getting back on track with their healthy New Year’s resolutions, it’s important to make sure you are making the most of your exercise routine. Jim Sawin, the health and wellness director at the Huber Heights YMCA and the assistant track and field coach ...
Types of fish to eat, avoid
During this season of Lent, many people will follow tradition and make fish a bigger part of their diets. While fish can offer many health benefits, as it is low-fat and packed with protein, vitamins and nutrients that can lower blood pressure and help reduce the risk of heart attack ...
New tools will help you save money
There are many ways to save big every day. On Thursday, Jan. 31, Savings.com announced it has partnered with five couponing experts to launch free resources and tools, exclusive to Ohio residents, that will help consumers save up to 50 percent off their weekly groceries. We asked Loren Bendele, president ...
Cedarville grad, ‘Biggest Loser’ contestant weighs in
Michael Dorsey, a Cedarville University graduate and former employee, is a contestant on Season 14 of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” which premiered in a two-night event on Sunday, Jan. 6 and 7. Dorsey watched the episode, which aired at 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, on NBC, and wrote a blog ...
Japanese film to be screened publicly in Dayton for first time.
The South West Ohio Recreation and Defense school will present the Dayton premier of “The Most Beautiful,” a 1944 film written and directed by famed filmmaker Akira Kurosawa, at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at 813 Leo St. in Dayton. This marks the first time “The Most Beautiful” — a ...
Nearby attractions, school district attract variety of residents
A convenient location, nearby attractions and a reputable school district help make Kingsgate Condominiums in West Chester Twp. an attractive residential community. Construction in the neighborhood began in 1977. Today, it is made up of 341 living units. Kingsgate is made up entirely of condominiums. The types of condos available ...
Young hospital patient survives three heart surgeries
When Chloe Luster was born prematurely, it quickly became clear that she would have to undergo three staged open heart surgeries to save her life, her mother said.The 4-year-old from Covington, Ky., suffers from complex congenital heart defects and was born with half of a heart. She is a patient ...
Cedarville grad, ‘Biggest Loser’ contestant weighs in
Michael Dorsey, a Cedarville University graduate and former employee, is a contestant on Season 14 of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” which premiered in a two-night event on Sunday, Jan. 6, and Monday, Jan. 7. Dorsey watched the episode, which aired at 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 4, on NBC, and wrote ...
10 simple tips for a healthier 2013
As mid-February nears, many people may find that they’ve gotten off track with their New Year’s resolutions to improve their health. Those who want to learn about everyday strategies to get healthier can get advice from a naturopathic doctor who has worked with celebrities including actress Demi Moore, fashion designer ...
5 health benefits of chocolate
As Valentine’s Day approaches, many people are buying chocolaty treats for their loved ones. Of course everyone knows that eating too much chocolate could lead to weight gain. But, when eaten in moderation, chocolate can have some benefits for your overall health, said Carla Metzler, a clinical dietitian at Fort ...
Convenient location, school district attract young families, newlyweds
A convenient location and a strong school system help make Oak Forge in Lebanon an attractive residential community. Construction in the neighborhood began in 1996. Today, it is made up of 235 homes with four acres of common space. Each home takes up on average about two-tenths of an acre ...
John Waite to play at Fraze
John Waite, a solo artist and member of the British band The Babys, will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, July, 19, at Fraze Pavilion in Kettering, according to an announcement made today.Tickets cost $5 for general admission and $40 for a reserved seat in the first three rows of Plaza ...
Local child gets trip of a lifetime
While Janet Elam of New Carlisle was still pregnant with her daughter, she received difficult news.She was told that her child had cystic fibrosis, a life-threatening disorder in which mucus builds up in the lungs, digestive tract and other parts of the body.Hayley Elam, now 5 years old, has been ...
Local program seeking volunteers for transportation service
The American Red Cross Butler County office for many years has offered a medical transportation program to people of all ages in Middletown, Monroe and Trenton. Volunteer drivers take people who don’t have access to transportation to and from their medical appointments at no cost, although contributions are welcome.In 2012, ...
5 ways to help prevent heart diseaseImprove your mental health, consider drinking a glass of wine each day, local experts say.
Heart disease, the No. 1 cause of death for men and women in the United States, takes about 1 million lives each year, according to The Heart Foundation. More people die as a result of heart disease than due to AIDS and all cancers combined, and by 2020, heart disease ...
Foods you should eat, avoid this monthWhat you put in your grocery cart can affect your heart, experts say.
During February, American Heart Month, you should take time to think about the food you are eating and how you can be healthier, experts say.We asked Emily Broughton, community relations manager at Earth Fare, a healthy supermarket in Centerville, to tell you what heart healthy foods you should put in ...
Cedarville grad, ‘Biggest Loser’ contestant weighs in
Michael Dorsey, a Cedarville University graduate and former employee, is a contestant on Season 14 of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” which premiered in a two-night event on Sunday, Jan. 6, and Monday, Jan. 7. Dorsey watched the episode which aired at 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, on NBC, and wrote ...
Local man overcomes obstacles, helps others
At first glance, Joe Vadnais of Sugarcreek Twp. does not appear to suffer from any disabilities.But the 50-year-old has struggled with physical setbacks for decades.When Vadnais was 19 years old, he developed Type 1 diabetes, and other health issues followed. In 1992, he lost hearing in his right ear. About ...
What you should know about cervical cancer
Each year, cervical cancer affects about 13,000 women in the United States, according to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition. It is the second most common type of cancer for women across the globe, but it also is one of the most preventable types of cancer, according to the NCCC. The ...
Film screening at Neon to recognize Human Trafficking Prevention Month
A one-time film screening of “Not My Life” will begin at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31, at The Neon, in honor of Human Trafficking Prevention Month and as part of Start Freedom Dayton, a local human trafficking awareness campaign.“Not My Life,” which was released on Nov. 1 2011, is “the ...
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