Acetaldehyde, a toxic chemical produced when alcohol is metabolized in the body, has been linked to cancer risk…@AlcoholCancerEU

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In every political party, it’s likely that there is a doctor and a scientist. These professionals should take responsibility for explaining the science behind the link between alcohol and cancer.

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To minimize the risk of cancer, it’s recommended to limit alcohol consumption or avoid it altogether. #AlcoholAndCancer

Pets help raise their owners’ fitness levels, improve blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and boost overall happiness and well-being.😀🤩😜 @American_Heart

Blackrock Health – Womens Health Centre is officially open at 2-5 Warrington Place, Dublin 2!

Blackrock Health Womens Health Centre is officially open at 2-5 Warrington Place, Dublin 2!

From gynaecology to menopause, cardiology to pelvic health – we offer a wide range of services for every stage of your health journey.

Don’t delay your well-being and book your appointment today.

You can access our clinic directly through our website, or with a referral from your GP. Learn more about our patient-centred approach and book an appointment here: https://ow.ly/jGy850XsMvR

#WomensHealth#BlackrockHealth#NewClinic#BookToday#EmpowerWomen#PuttingWomenFirst

10 Yoga Poses To Stretch Your Hip Muscles @ClevelandClinic

When muscles are less flexible, they can cause painful or abnormal movements in other regions of our bodies and impact the way we move. Yoga for your hips:

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10 Yoga Poses To Stretch Your Hip Muscles

Feeling tight in your hips? These 10 yoga poses will help increase your flexibility making it easier to move.

Yoga Poses That Can Strengthen Your Core Muscles @ClevelandClinic

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Engage your abdominal muscles with these yoga poses that build a strong & stable center!

Contributor: Certified yoga instructor Patti Kopasakis, PT, DPT, SCS, RYT-200

Your abdominal muscles are just one component of your core. The gluteal muscles, diaphragm, hip flexors, and hip adductor muscles also comprise your core. These large muscle groups help control the movements you make throughout the day.  Strengthening these muscles helps to absorb forces from daily activities and decrease the forces that move through joints.

Here is a group yoga poses that can help to improve your core muscles. Try holding them for two to three breaths at first, then increase the number of breaths to challenge yourself. On the one-sided poses, be sure to repeat on the other side!

Note: Poses should be entered into and moved out of slowly to protect muscles and joints. If you are having specific pain that has been ongoing for longer than two weeks or you have a specific injury, it is always best consult a qualified health care provider, such as a physical therapist, who can develop a plan specific to your needs.

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Recipe: Peruvian Blue Potato Salad @ClevelandClinic

Peru has been cultivating potatoes for more than 6,000 years in the high Andean slopes near Lake Titicaca.

A stroll through the public markets reveals a startling number of sizes, shapes and colors — including the famous Peruvian blue potatoes with their purplish-blue skin and flesh.

It’s fun to use these blue potatoes, but if your market doesn’t carry them or if you prefer other potatoes, you can always use small red or white potatoes.

Ingredients

Kosher salt
1 1/4 pounds small Peruvian blue potatoes
1/4 cup minced red onions
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 jalepeño, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar substitute
2 hard-boiled egg whites, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
2 tablespoons sliced black olives, optional

Directions

  1. Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Simmer the potatoes until cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes, depending on size. Drain and cool. Quarter or slice into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.
  2. Combine the potatoes and the onion, bell peppers, tomato, jalepeño, vinegar, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt (if using), sugar substitute, egg whites, oregano and cheese. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with olives, if using.

Nutritional information (per serving)

Makes 8 servings

Calories: 200 calories (31% from fat)
Total fat: 7 g
Saturated fat: 1.5 g
Protein: 7 g
Carbohydrate: 31 g
Dietary fiber: 2 g
Cholesterol: 5 mg
Sodium: 95 mg
Potassium: 109 mg

Source: Cleveland Clinic Healthy Heart Lifestyle Guide and Cookbook (© 2007 Broadway Books).