May Is National Stroke Awareness Month: Know The Signs And Symptoms
To recognize the signs of stroke, remember the word FAST: Face, Arms, Speech…and Time.
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NDP: Celebrating Ten Years Of Helping People Break The Habit
Posted by Aaron Keck | Apr 28, 2017 | Health & Wellness
UNC’s Nicotine Dependence Program (NDP) is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a fundraiser event on May 7.
Read More“Compassion It”: When It Comes To Empathy, Practice Makes Perfect
Posted by Aaron Keck | Apr 14, 2017 | Health & Wellness
Founded by a UNC grad, “Compassion It” is spreading the message of daily compassion worldwide.
Read MoreBe Pure Beauty: Non-Toxic Beauty in Chapel Hill
Posted by Staff | Apr 13, 2017 | Health & Wellness, Style & Fashion, Town Square
You’ve probably heard a lot about “clean eating.” This buzzworthy trend is everywhere, but what about “clean beauty?” Have you ever thought about what beauty products you’re putting on your skin? The demand and interest in...
Read More“The Social Institute”: Navigating The World Of Social Media
Posted by Aaron Keck | Mar 24, 2017 | Health & Wellness
Social media can be a minefield, but one local organization is helping – by focusing on the “do’s” instead of the “don’ts.”
Read MoreYelp is Offering Free Fitness Classes Across the Triangle!
Posted by Staff | Jan 9, 2017 | Health & Wellness, Town Square
Are you looking to get a jump start on those healthy New Year’s resolutions? Then look no further as Yelp’s Fit Club 2017 is taking over January 17th – February 17th and they’re spreading the love...
Read More8 Healthy Gifts for Fitness Buffs
Posted by Staff | Dec 2, 2016 | Columns, Health & Wellness, Town Square
Wondering what to give your health conscious or active friends and family this holiday season? Below is a lineup of 2016 top picks that fit any budget, selected by local Health & Fitness expert, Ashley Hathcock. $10-20...
Read MoreDon’t Be Suckers for Sugar
Posted by Staff | Sep 14, 2016 | Health & Wellness
It really stinks to realize you’ve been duped. Well, here’s the bad news, we’re all a bunch of suckers for sugar. The New York Times brought this issue to light recently with their article How the Sugar...
Read MoreLong Way Home
Posted by Staff | Sep 1, 2016 | Health & Wellness
After finishing up a great 3+ hour ride, I decided to travel the long way home on an unusually pleasant summer morning here in North Carolina. Just one mile from my home, coasting at 20 mph on a descent along a wide,...
Read MoreDo you have spaghetti belly?
Posted by Staff | Aug 22, 2016 | Health & Wellness
Don’t know what a spaghetti belly is? It’s a way to instantly tone your abdomen. People are sweating and crunching and planking their bellies into submission, when there is an easy fix that lends healthier results. And it starts...
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