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I took advantage of Portland’s gorgeous autumn weather to hike out to …

FB Posts, General HealthBy Dana Schmidt October 23, 2018

I took advantage of Portland’s gorgeous autumn weather to hike out to this hidden gem, Pup Creek Falls. You probably know nature is good for mental health, but did you know it goes beyond that? Inflammation, blood pressure, and the stress hormone cortisol all drop out in nature. People who spend regular amounts of time…

Exercise is More Important than Genetics

FB Posts, General HealthBy Dana Schmidt April 30, 2018

What’s the most important thing you can do for your health? The answer is simple, and is coming into clearer focus with new research. And it is: Move your body. Every day. A recent study of half a million people looked at how exercise impacts heart health. Not surprisingly, people who moved their body every…