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WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS: Eat More Fiber Part 3

Growing Healthy Kids

Fiber is important for the health of the digestive system and for lowering cholesterol." --University of California San Francisco (ucsfhealth.org) Are you getting about 35 grams of dietary fiber a day? Our digestive system, to be specific. Yes, I am talking about bowel movements. The plumbing, that is.

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The Art of Breath Control: Harnessing the Benefits of Kapalbhati

The Sporting

An Introductory Guide to Practising Kapalbhati Pranayama Although practising Kapalbhati Pranayama is beneficial for your health and well-being, it’s worth noting that the numerous physical and mental health benefits are related to safe and effective practice.

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Cystic Fibrosis

Teen Health 101

It is estimated by the , Cystic Fibrosis Foundation , that around 30,000 people in America are living with it, as well as 70,000 CF patients worldwide! These proteins are distinctly prominent in mucus-producing layers of tissue, including those found throughout the digestive system, pulmonary system and within other organs of the body.