Lifestyle

Exercise & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Once dismissed as the yuppie flu, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is widely misunderstood. Symptoms, however, are often standard across the board, and medical professionals should be able to determine if you are suffering from CFS. Fortunately, exercise has been shown to be a valuable tool for people suffering from CFS.

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Are your medications raising your blood pressure?

Greg Harris was the 20th century’s only major-league pitcher to throw with both his left and right arm (using a six-fingered glove!). This century, Pat Venditte is the only one who regularly pitches with both arms – and because of him, MLB put in the Venditte Rule. No pitcher is allowed to change arms in the middle of an atbat. The batters were just too confused by that!

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LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

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Holiday health hacks

If your holiday season typically includes declining gym sessions, increased alcohol consumption, loss of motivation and eating ’til your stomach is sore, you’re in good company. The festive season is truly upon us and between office parties, holiday shopping and family events, it can be difficult to stick to your health and fitness routine.

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