Your weekly dose of health and wellness information, from the leading experts. Join host Faith Salie to get news you can use in your own life. New episodes drop each Wednesday.
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Brought to you by Benjamin Kummer, MD, and Joongheum Park, MD at Columbia University’s Department of Biomedical Informatics and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Digital Health Grand Rounds is a series that delves into the up-and-coming innovations and applications of informatics in healthcare. Featuring sessions and lectures given by leaders in health informatics, the series aims to apprise clinical practitioners of the cutting edge of health informatics and the ways in which this field can di ...
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An original podcast from T-Mobile for Business and iHeartRadio, Jonathan Strickland connects with the world’s most unconventional thinkers, the leaders at the intersection of technology and business, to understand how they continue to thrive in a world of complex organizations and lightning-fast technology. How do these executives innovate and enable change, both inside and outside their companies, and what are they looking forward to tackling next? Let’s find out…
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13th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on Luke 12:4-7. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4ccZPt6), Spotify, Amazon, Audible, Podcast I.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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What’s the Best Birth Control Option For Me?
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In this episode of Health Matters, Dr. Hoosna Haque, an OBGYN at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia, discusses what to know about birth control methods, including IUDs, progesterone, and progesterone and estrogen pills. She also dives into concerns people may have about weight gain, mood swings, or impacts to fertility.…
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12th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on Ephesians 4:25-5:2. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts ( https://apple.co/4ccZPt6 ), Spotify, Amazon, Audib.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-brooklyn…
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This week we talk to a sleep medicine expert at NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine, to better understand just why sleep is so vital, how to make it a top priority, and to find specific steps we can take each day for a better night’s sleep.By Dr. Ana Krieger, Faith Salie
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11th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on John 6:24-35. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts ( https://apple.co/4ccZPt6 ), Spotify, Amazon, Audible, Podcas.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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10th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on 2 Kings 4:42-44. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4ccZPt6), Spotify, Amazon, Audible, Podca.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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9th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on Acts 2:38-47. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4ccZPt6), Spotify, Amazon, Audible, Podcast I.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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In this episode of Health Matters, Dr. Rahul Sharma, Emergency Physician-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and Chair of Emergency Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine, discusses how to stay safe during a heat wave, including signs of heat illness and the importance of staying hydrated and cool. Dr. Sharma explains how hydr…
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This week, Faith talks to Dr. Daniel Freedberg, a gastroenterologist at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia. They discuss how the gut microbiome contributes to our overall health, and what we can do to keep the microbes in our gut thriving. Along the way, Dr. Freedberg demystifies probiotics, explains the biggest threat to our gut microbes, and expla…
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With new advances in the treatment of brain cancer, patients have more options than ever. This week, Faith talks with Dr. Kathryn Beal, a radiation oncologist at NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine, to explore how breakthroughs in immunotherapy and stereotactic radiosurgery can successfully treat metastatic cancer in the brain. In recog…
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8th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on Mark 6:1-13. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4ccZPt6), Spotify, Amazon, Audible, Podcast In.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Introducing Advances in Care: Advancing Medicine with Robot-Assisted Technology
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With perspectives spanning hepatobiliary, gynecologic, and cardiac surgeries, NewYork-Presbyterian’s Dr. Jason Hawksworth (Columbia), Dr. Tamatha Fenster (Weill Cornell Medicine), and Dr. Arnar Geirsson (Columbia) describe how they each came to incorporate robotics into their practices. One of the biggest takeaways: robotic surgeries allow for more…
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7th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on Mark 6:1-13. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts ( https://apple.co/4ccZPt6 ), Spotify, Amazon, Audible, Podcast .... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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With summer in full swing, we’re revisiting an important episode on some of the most common myths about the sun and sunscreen. Faith Salie talks to Dr. Shari Lipner, a dermatologist at NewYork Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine.They discuss guidance on how to choose a sunscreen that works for you and also share helpful tips on how to gauge if …
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6th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on Genesis 1:3-5a, 6, 16-18a, 21, 24, 26-27, 31 and 1 Timothy 1:5-7. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn).... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-brooklyn-sermons. This item has files of the following types: Columbia Peaks, Item Tile, Metadata, PN…
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What Are the Signs of a Thyroid Condition?
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Over 20 million Americans have some kind of thyroid issue – and 12 million of them don't even know it. Dr. Hyesoo Lowe joins Faith to explain what the small and mighty thyroid does — from regulating our body temperature, to supporting heart function, digestion, even energy and mood. They discuss why thyroid issues impact women more than men, what t…
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5th Sunday after Pentecost - Pride Sunday Service; Sermon based on Selections from Song of Songs. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxp.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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This week, Faith talks to pediatrician Dr. Melanie Wilson-Taylor from NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine about how to prepare your children for the summer. They cover everything from sunscreen to water safety to keeping up with academic skills. Whether your kid is going to sleep away camp or day camp, Dr. Wilson-Taylor shares tips to k…
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4th Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13 and Mark 4:26-34. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Spotify.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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When Should Men Get Screened For Prostate Cancer?
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This week, Faith is joined by urologist Dr. Alfred Winkler from NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine. They discuss prostate health and why it’s so important for men to get screened for prostate cancer. Dr. Winkler also shares how it’s among the most treatable cancers, and why some men can be under “active surveillance” and live with the …
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3rd Sunday after Pentecost - Children and Youth Sunday; Sermon based on Matthew 18:1-5 and Matthew 19:13-15. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn).... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-brooklyn-sermons. This item has files of the following types: Columbia Peaks, Item Tile, Metadata, PNG…
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Avoiding Ticks: How to Stay Safe While Enjoying the Outdoors
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Faith Salie talks to Dr. Sorana Segal-Maurer, an infectious disease expert at NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine, about what to do if you or a loved one is bitten by a tick. She debunked some common misconceptions about tick-borne illnesses and breaks down the steps to preventing tick bites and conducting tick checks. Click here for th…
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2nd Sunday after Pentecost; Sermon based on Deuteronomy 5:12-15, and Mark 2:23-3:6. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Spotif.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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This week, Faith is joined by Dr. Colleen Cullen to discuss how, no surprise, friendship has been shown to have amazing effects on both mental health and physical health. They discuss the recent research behind loneliness, the powerful impacts of friendship on our bodies, as well as how to make new friends as adults and how to nurture the friendshi…
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Trinity Sunday; Sermon based on Haggai 2:5, Genesis 15:1, Genesis 46:3, Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 14:27, and Philippians 2:1-18. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn).... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-brooklyn-sermons. This item has files of the following types: Columbia Peaks, Item Til…
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In recognition of Women’s Health Month, we’re revisiting an important episode focused on OB-GYN care. Our host, Faith Salie talks to Dr. Lauren Osborne, an OB-GYN and reproductive psychiatrist at NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine, about how to protect mental health during and after pregnancy. Dr. Osborne discusses common anxiety and d…
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Day of Pentecost; Sermon based on Acts 2:1-21. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Spotify, Amazon, Audible, Podcast Index, or.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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This week, Faith is joined by Dr. JoAnn Difede, a psychologist at NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine and a specialist in the treatment of post traumatic stress disorder. “Trauma” is a term that we use every day, but most of us aren’t talking about trauma in the strictly medical sense. Dr. Difede explained how trauma forms when we respo…
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7th Sunday of Easter - Mother’s Day; Sermon based on John 17:6-19, Acts 1:15-17, 21-26. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), .... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-brookl…
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Going by the dictionary, to gaslight someone is a strategy to psychologically manipulate them over a period of time so the targeted person questions the validity of their own thoughts and their perception of reality. While gaslighting isn't a formal medical diagnosis, it can have a big impact on our mental health. To help us better understand the t…
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6th Sunday of Easter; Sermon based on John 15:9-17 and Acts 10:44-48. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Spotify, Amazon, Aud.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Conversations about menopause often raise more questions than answers. This phase of life has been shown to impact everything from mental health to heart health to sleep — leaving many women in search of ways to help manage symptoms and ease this transition. Join Dr. Susan Loeb-Zeitlin, a gynecologist at NewYork-Presbyterian and the director of the…
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5th Sunday of Easter; Sermon based on John 15:1-8 and Acts 8:26-40. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Spotify, Amazon, Audib.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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How easy is it to get pregnant? For a successful pregnancy to occur, many things have to happen, including a healthy egg developing, the right quality and quantity of sperm, and the uterus, fallopian tubes, and hormones all functioning optimally. On top of that, the timing has to be just right. In recognition of Infertility Awareness Week, host Fai…
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4th Sunday of Easter; Sermon based on 1 Kings 19:11-13 and Philippians 4:1-9. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Spotify, Ama.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Can Going Outside Benefit My Mental Health?
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Research has shown that the outdoors can improve a person’s mental and physical health. In honor of Earth Day, Faith is joined this week by Dr. Erin Engle, a psychologist from NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia to discuss the many ways that nature can reduce distractions and impact mood. Whether it's a brief walk around the block, playing outside wi…
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3rd Sunday of Easter; Sermon based on Luke 24.36b-48 and Acts 3:12-19. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Spotify, Amazon, Au.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Is Any Amount of Alcohol Safe for My Health?
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Recent surveys have shown that more than 60% of Americans are alcohol drinkers. But is there such a thing as a safe amount of alcohol? How does alcohol impact your health? Dr. Robert Brown, a hepatologist from NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine, explains the risks associated with excessive alcohol consumption and gives recommended inta…
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2nd Sunday of Easter - Holy Humor Sunday; Sermon based on Psalm 133:1-3 and John 20:19-31. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c),.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Filling in for Faith this week is Angelique Serrano, a managing editor at NewYork-Presbyterian. In honor of National Donate Life Month, Angelique sat down for a special conversation with living organ donor surgeon Dr. Joseph Del Pizzo, and his patient Steve Wilson, who donated his kidney to a stranger. Steve shares his journey — from his decision t…
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The Resurrection of the Lord, Easter Sunday; Sermon based on Mark 16:1-8. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Google Podcasts,.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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This week we revisit one of our favorite episodes. Host Faith Salie, talks to NewYork-Presbyterian psychiatrist, Dr. Adrian Jacques Ambrose, about high-functioning anxiety, the sometimes crippling stress felt by high-achieving, successful individuals. They keep it together on the outside, but may be filled with self-doubt and racing thoughts on the…
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Palm Sunday; Sermon based on Isaiah 50:4-9a and John 12:12-16. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Google Podcasts, Spotify, A.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Are you seeing the headlines about lead poisoning? Maybe you’ve heard that water bottles contain lead, or that cinnamon in applesauce was poisoning shoppers. Host Faith Salie talked with Dr. Adam Blumenberg to discuss the crucial context for news about lead poisoning. A toxicologist and doctor of emergency medicine, Dr. Blumenberg explains what lea…
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Fifth Sunday in Lent; Sermon based on Jeremiah 31:31-34 and John 12:20-33. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Google Podcasts.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Colon Cancer Rates Are Rising for Young People—Am I At Risk?
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Colon cancer is the deadliest form of cancer for men and the second deadliest for women under fifty, behind only breast cancer. Since 2020, colon cancer rates have risen nine percent in people under fifty. Millennials are at a higher risk for early onset colon cancer than previous generations have been. Take all of that together, and it’s very clea…
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Fourth Sunday in Lent; Sermon based on 1 Samuel 18:1-5 and Matthew 1:18-25. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Google Podcast.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Feeling tired? There are simple things you can do to maximize your energy. This week, Dr. Chiti Parikh shares with host Faith Salie ways to help our metabolism and circadian rhythms sync up — which will help with energy throughout the day. Dr. Parikh offers insights from her book, Intentional Health: Detoxify, Nourish, and Rejuvenate Your Body Into…
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Third Sunday in Lent; Sermon based on John 2:13-22 and 2 Corinthians 5:16-19. Preached at The First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn (https://linktr.ee/firstchurchbrooklyn). Podcast subscription is available at https://cutt.ly/fpcb-sermons or Apple Podcasts (https://itun.es/us/nxpHeb.c), Google Podca.... This item belongs to: audio/first-church-broo…
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Faith Salie brings back clinical dietitian Gabrielle Gambino to discuss how to combat inflammation through food. They discuss how fermented foods and fiber provide the basis for a heart-healthy diet, what inflammation really means, and how superfoods and nutrient dense foods give our bodies what we need to fuel a healthy lifestyle.…
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