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A few stretches on a yoga mat can revitalize your body, and you can do it for as long as it takes to brew a cup of coffee. (For Spectrum Health Beat) Women who fill the family roles of head hugs and nannies often neglect their own personal care. While they tend to have a…
Alexa Kleinjans and her husband Brad rushed to Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital after Alexa experienced sudden pain at 22 weeks pregnant. (Taylor Ballek | Spectrum Health Beat) “I thought I was contracting,” Alexa said. (Taylor Ballek | Spectrum Health Beat) Doctors ordered an ultrasound to identify the source of the problem. The images showed…
If you regularly take more than 15 minutes to fall asleep or go back to sleep, get up and do something that redirects your attention. (For Spectrum Health Beat) Sleep is one of the building blocks of good health. It strengthens immunity, regulates hormones, helps digestion of food and provides energy for daily life. When…
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Get a burst of energy from these classic harvest foods… and a treat or two. (For Spectrum Health Beat) In the remaining weeks of winter, we may find that our energy levels decrease. The antidote? A boost in a natural way. Kristi Veltkamp, Registered Dietitian at Spectrum Health, has some suggestions on how we can…
Nothing is as good for you as the simplicity of water. (For Spectrum Health Beat) There is no shortage of hydration choices. The modern consumer can choose between distilled water, spring water, sparkling water, infused water, flavored water. There is even water enriched with electrolytes. And it does not stop there. Think for a moment…
Danny Witbeck, a star athlete at Evart High School, collapsed during basketball practice in January. College coach Kris Morgan revived Danny with CPR and an AED. (Chris Clark | Spectrum Health Beat) “It seemed like an eternity, but it was maybe five minutes max, from start to finish,” said coach Morgan. Danny was seated when…
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