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We often hear the phrase “Love yourself” and we say, that’s basic.  That’s automatic.  You don’t have to be told to love yourself or to be taught how. But, do we really do it? Loving yourself means taking care of yourself in every way. It means always striving to be better than the person you were yesterday. Here are 10 ways to become a better you: 1. Get lots of rest.  Working hard has it’s rewards but don’t let yourself get overworked.  Learn to prioritize so that you will not be behind your schedule and compromise yourself.  You need 6-8…

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In America, 67 million adults are quietly living with high blood pressure—that’s one in every three adults. Approximately 30 percent of American adults have pre-hypertension—a condition that puts them at great risk of developing high blood pressure. It’s a practically invisible disease with a few subtle symptoms. And even after you’ve been diagnosed, it can seem pretty harmless and easy to ignore. But, if not properly cared for, its progressive effects can put you at risk for heart disease, stroke even kidney disease. What causes high blood pressure? Research shows that high salt and sodium intake plus low potassium intake—due…

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