Boost Your Metabolism

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By Lauren Kolacki One of the most common conversation pieces all over America is weight loss. Everyone is interested in new diet and fitness fads that will help them look their best this summer. Who wouldn’t want to do that by contributing the bare minimum? Studies have shown that there are small lifestyle changes to … Continued

The Top 10 Medical Mistakes You May Be Making

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By Robert Pedowitz, DO It’s tempting to turn to Dr. Google when seeking medical advice, but searchers should be wary: not all information found online is accurate. When it comes to your body, it’s best to seek the services of a medical expert. Here are a few mistakes you may be making. 1. Not being … Continued

How to Fix Broken Makeup

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By Nicole Iuzzolino It is every makeup lovers worst nightmare. The moment that beloved eyeshadow palette hits the floor with an earth shat- tering smash, is the moment the images of dollar signs goes down the drain. However, it is not the end of the world. There are so many ways to fix broken makeup … Continued

Carrot Fries

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These yummy baked carrot fries are crispy and delicious and simple to make! Carrots provide vitamin A and many other impressive health benefits including beautiful skin, cancer prevention and anti-aging. INGREDIENTS 2 carrot 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 cup plain greek yogurt … Continued

Meningitis at College

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Did you know between 100 and 125 cases occur on college campuses every year? 5 to 15 college students die each year as a result. Cases among teenagers and young adults have more than doubled since 1991. The frequency of outbreaks has risen at U.S. colleges and universities during the 1990’s. What is meningitis? Meningitis … Continued

Vitamin K, the Anti-Aging Supplement

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By Lauren Kolacki As we get older, we become more familiar with our bodies, and more familiar with the idea of them changing against our control. Our bone density decreases causing us to become weaker, move slower, and be at a higher risk for breaking a bone. Our brain cells deteriorate, which slows down our … Continued

The Frances Foundation

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By Lauren Kolacki The Frances Foundation is a non-profit organization devoted to alleviating some of the suffering that coincides with a child fighting cancer. From financial assistance to special gifts, the commitment of the foundation slightly diminishes the severity of the situation, even for a moment. My admiration for this foundation provoked my curiosity, leading … Continued

Health Benefits of Chocolate for Seniors

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     There’s nothing quite like chocolate! The aroma, the flavor, and the melt-in-your-mouth goodness are enough to make anyone’s day. But, did you know that there are even more reasons to savor a piece of chocolate?      Enjoying moderate amounts of chocolate, especially dark chocolate, has some surprising health benefits, especially for seniors: improved cardiovascular … Continued

Take Advantage of Your Neighborhood Newspaper & News Source!

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The Millstone Times is all about bringing people together and fostering a closer-knit community! Check out the many ways that you can contribute to and take advantage of your monthly neighborhood newspaper: MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR Get to know your neighbors and community one resident at a time. We enjoy featuring residents from all walks of … Continued

Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension … The “False Brain Tumor” That’s Increasingly Affecting Americans

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    Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) – caused by cerebrospinal spinal fluid (CSF) pressure within the skull that is too high – is considered a rare disorder because it affects only one in 100,000 Americans. Yet, with the epidemic of obesity in our country, a key factor in IIH, the number of cases is increasing. … Continued