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On The Chris McKay Show you’ll hear interviews with cutting edge, leading experts, entrepreneurs and best-selling authors covering topics from a diverse range of categories such as health, wealth, beauty, finance, real estate, and investments. For over a decade, Chris McKay has been educating listeners on how they can achieve true happiness, improve their lives and the lives of their families. Chris’ professionalism, interesting and topical content, along with his ever-present sense of humor ...
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Cold and flu season is picking up and we figured it was time to take a look at some of the common myths surrounding the season. Fact or Myth?Getting the flu vaccine too early in the year, means your protection will wear off before flu season ends. Answer: Myth Because the flu vaccine is readily available, many doctors begin receiving shipments in A…
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Why Knee Pain Worsens with Age Every step you take puts pressure on your knees and joints, so it makes sense that as you age, that wear and tear takes a toll and you notice more pain. However, certain conditions can increase your knee pain and being aware may help you avoid some of the discomfort. Osteoarthritis – According to the Centers for Disea…
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Some of the latest foods trends are also some of the healthiest we’ve seen in awhile. Incorporating these into your diet is a sure fire way to eat better in 2016! Spiraled Veggies – Instead of pasta, spaghetti squash is all the rage. Not only, do they cut down on calories and refined grains, they’re full of nutrients and you’ll barely even notice t…
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Do the stresses of your day sometimes get you all worked up? Then the day ends and you just can’t seem to fall asleep as you re-run it all over again through your head? You need to relax and calm down. But it seems almost impossible. Let’s talk about the calming effects of calcium and magnesium. Calcium is an essential nutrient for maintaining tota…
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Whenever you’re preparing for your next big game party (you know like the super bowl or the world series) you might be gathering up all the fixings for nachos, wings, chips and dip and more. And while your team might thank you for the support, your digestive system and waistline will most definitely not be thanking you. Instead of the traditional h…
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B vitamins are responsible for creating energy from the food you eat. According to recent studies, being even slightly deficient in these vital nutrients can decrease your body’s ability to repair itself after exercising. Not to mention their negative impact on your energy levels and performance during workouts. A study from the University of Orego…
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It’s happened to all of us. You get to the store and can’t remember what you’re there for. Or, even with a calendar reminder, you still forget that appointment. It doesn’t mean you have Alzheimer’s disease or are having a so-called “senior moment.” However, research shows that memory loss can actually begin as early as your 20s, and it continues as…
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Not only are jigsaw puzzles excellent brain training and coordination improvement tools, they’re fun, too! Working a puzzle helps develop your abilities to reason, analyze, sequence, deduce, logical thought processes and problem solving skills. These types of puzzles also improve hand-eye co-ordination and develop a good working sense of spatial ar…
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Forty to 80 percent of people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) cite fatigue as their most debilitating symptom, according to research published in the Israel Medical Association Journal in 2014. That, coupled with joint pain and other symptoms of RA, can be a big barrier to getting regular exercise. Decreased activity levels in people with rheumatoid…
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Your mother was right – breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Try these brain boosting breakfast ideas with foods shown to keep brain cells healthy and ward off age-related cognitive decline. Breakfast Quesadilla – need a fresh take on eggs? Try a breakfast quesadilla. Choline, a B vitamin found in eggs, has been shown to play a role in …
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Diabetes can affect every part of the body, including skin. In their lifetime, as many as one third of diabetics will have a skin disorder caused or affected by diabetes. Most skin conditions can be prevented or easily treated with early detection. To improve diabetic skin care, there are several things you can do: Manage your diabetes – If you hav…
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The food we eat provides us with energy in the form of glucose. However, if you have diabetes, glucose builds up in your blood and can’t get into your cells to be used for energy. When glucose levels remain high, over time, it can cause damage to your eyes, kidneys and nerves. You are at a greater risk of diabetes if you: Have a family history of d…
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You know healthy eating is important for weight management, heart health and a general sense of well-being. But you can also nourish your brain with the foods you choose. Boost your brainpower with these five foods: Blueberries – Research from Tufts University found that the consumption of blueberries may be effective in improving or delaying short…
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As we get older, our bodies naturally decline. We lose muscle, energy and more. Our brains can atrophy, too. The hippocampus, the area of your brain responsible for building memory, loses 5 percent of its nerve cells with each passing decade. Plus, aging slows production of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter vital to learning and memory. That can ma…
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According to a recent study, learning a new sport could strengthen your brain in different ways than the familiar brain training exercises such as crossword puzzles and word searches do. It is part of growing research on the impacts of motor learning on the brain. We have all heard the ads for Luminosity – a brain training website touting the benef…
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It seems everyday there is so much to get done, and not nearly enough time. But if you don’t get that stress under control, you’re going to deplete your supply of B vitamins. B vitamins help with stress by working with brain chemistry and balancing neurotransmitters, helping to achieve balance over stress. There are several B vitamins and this is h…
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When the clocks spring ahead we need all the help we can get. Try these five sleep inducing foods to give yourself a head start on the day. Honey – Honey contains glucose, which tells your brain to shut off a chemical known to trigger alertness, known as orexin. It doesn’t take much – just one tablespoon is enough to encourage a good night’s sleep.…
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According to a recent study, reading before bed can help you sleep better. In fact – just six minutes with a good book can improve your sleep quality. How? Scientists believe that reading is the best way to help you relax before bed because immersing yourself in another world takes your mind off of the stress in your life better than other coping m…
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Technology is a wonderful thing and now you can even use it to help you stay on track with your health and fitness goals. Here are three apps you might want to consider in 2016: IPIIT – The Food Ambassador – This app reads food labels so that you don’t have to. It helps you check products for food allergy triggers, specific ingredients and nutritio…
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According to the experts at Forbes, the average business professional has 30 to 100 projects on their plate at any given time. Modern employees are interrupted seven times an hour and distracted up to 2.1 hours a day. Plus four out of 10 people working at large companies are experiencing corporate restructuring, and are facing uncertainty regarding…
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Stress can impact your health in a number of ways – from sleep disturbance, to weight gain and more. Recent studies have examined the relationship between stress and cholesterol levels, according to a June 2014 review in Endocrine Connections. These studies have suggested a link between stress and cholesterol, but the exact nature of the relationsh…
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When you’re stressed, you crave foods that you believe will make you feel better. It’s time to put down the chips and chocolate and rethink your comfort foods. Try these stress-relieving food choices instead. Avocados – These creamy fruits stress-proof your body. Rich in glutathione, a substance that specifically blocks intestinal absorption of cer…
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If you’ve ever been stressed, you know it can do a number on your digestive system. Whether it’s nervous stress (that feeling prior to a public presentation) or life stress (paying those monthly bills), it can really tie your stomach in knots. However, the impact of stress on the stomach goes far beyond indigestion. In recent years, doctors have di…
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If you think you’re lactose intolerant, recent research suggests you may not be. The U.S. National Institutes of Health draft consensus says there is not enough data available to estimate the prevalence of true lactose intolerance in the United States, but it’s likely the numbers are much lower than those reported. People with lactose intolerance u…
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Heartburn is a painful condition affecting roughly 20% of the population every week. The symptoms of heartburn are a tight, painful feeling through your chest. Heartburn is actually caused by acid reflux, which happens when stomach acid is released into the esophagus. The stomach acid eats away at the lining of the esophagus and can eventually caus…
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Your bones are living tissue that needs lifelong protection and nurturing. Here are five facts about bones you might not have known. Bones are Alive – They may feel like rocks, but bones are living things. Osteoblasts (a group of cells) are constantly working to create new bone, while osteoclasts destroy bone. The constant battle between creation a…
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Necessary Nutrients for Bone Health As we age, we lose bone. Getting the proper nutrients for strong, healthy bones is critical. Calcium is a crucial building block of bone tissue. Vitamin D helps the body absorb and process calcium. The two nutrients work together to maintain bone health and strength. Other, lesser-known nutrients are also importa…
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Best Foods for Healthy Bones A 2009 study from the Archives of Internal Medicinefound as many as 3 out of 4 Americans suffer from a Vitamin D deficiency. We all know about the bone-building benefits of milk, but there are other foods that can help boost your intake of Vitamin D and the calcium you need to maintain strong, healthy bones. Here are fi…
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Energy Boosting Smoothie Ingredients Whether you choose bananas, oranges, spinach, or any kind of produce, there are tons of great energy boosting smoothie ingredients to jump-start your day. Smoothies are the perfect power breakfast because they’re filled with the vitamins and nutrients you need to keep you going. If you’re looking to increase you…
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Five Reasons You’re Always Tired If you find yourself dragging throughout the day and don’t have enough energy to do the things you love, there could be an underlying reason. Here are five of the most common reasons you’re always tired: You’re Not Drinking Enough Water – Being even slightly dehydrated can take a huge toll on energy levels. Dehydrat…
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Three Desk Exercises to Increase Energy Are you getting notices from your Fitbit, smart phone or watch telling you it’s time to stand up and stretch? It can be so easy to ignore those warnings and keep working away. But if you’re struggling to get through the afternoon because you have no energy, you should listen to your device and try these moves…
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There are 400 to 500 species of bacteria living in your gut or gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Probiotic bacteria, (the good bacteria) have many more functions than just aiding with digestion. They trigger immune system reactions throughout the body, including activating T-cells. Probiotics help restore the beneficial gut bacteria that may have been d…
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Probiotic Foods Improve digestion and boost immunity with foods that contain gut-friendly “good” bacteria. Here are six probiotic foods you should eat: Kefir – Kefir is made by adding kefir grains to milk, causing fermentation to occur. The thick yogurt-like beverage is packed with probiotics and protein (11 grams per cup). Available in the dairy s…
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Contrary to popular belief, Heart Disease is just as common in women as in men. In fact, nearly 460,000 women die of cardiovascular disease every year, according to the most recent data from the American Heart Association. Women often have less extreme symptoms than men, so they may be more likely to ignore warning signs such as an ache in the jaw …
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You know that exercise is good for you and your heart. But maybe you’re not the jogging type, and don’t enjoy the gym. There is something you can that’s even better and easier. You can walk for your heart. According to a new study conducted at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Life Science Division, briskly walking can lower your risk of high …
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death, but did you know that it is both preventable and controllable? You can improve your heart health one step at a time. What is heart disease? The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. In the United States, the most common type is coronary heart disease (also called coronary arte…
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If you were having a heart attack, would you know? Not all heart problems come with clear warning signs. You may not feel that alarming chest pain prior to clutching your chest and falling to the floor. Some symptoms occur in the days leading up to a heart attack, while some don’t even happen in your chest. It’s not always easy to know what’s happe…
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Omega-3s’ EPA and DHA found in Krill oil have been shown to support healthy blood pressure and heart rhythm, plus long-term heart health. For optimizing healthy cholesterol and decreasing triglycerides, research suggests krill oil has an edge. One 12-week study published in the journal Lipid Technology looked at 120 people with high cholesterol and…
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Vitamin C is water soluble, meaning our bodies can neither produce nor store it. It’s up to us to include vitamin C in our diets. But you’d have to eat a lot of oranges to come anywhere near the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of 60 mg. Here are five foods with more vitamin C than oranges: Yellow Bell Peppers – A half cup of these colorful veggie…
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On today’s show, Chris talks about a connection between Vitamin D and Diabetes that could literally change your life! You’ll discover the important role vitamin D plays in reducing your risk for diabetes; how to tell if you’re deficient in Vitamin D; and what you can do to get the D, you deserve. The Sunshine Vitamin As you may know, Vitamin D, als…
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Vitamin D and Weight Loss Chris talks about new information that suggests a lack of Vitamin D could be derailing your best efforts to lose weight. On today's show discover... … the connection between vitamin D and weight loss; … how a vitamin D deficiency could be sabotaging your efforts to lose weight; … and what you can do to make sure you’re get…
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Reduce Your Risk for Osteoporosis Chris talks about bone health and shares 5 of the very best strategies to reduce your risk for osteoporosis. On today’s show discover: …the underlying causes of Osteoporosis; …how to determine your risk; …what you need to know to protect yourself; …and 5 of the very best strategies for reducing your risk National O…
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Argo Marketing Group Chris talks with Jason Levesque, CEO of Argo Marketing Group, about Argo’s growth, how call center jobs have evolved to incorporate new technology and how those changes have created unique, flexible and exciting opportunities for a wide variety of people. On Today’s show you’ll discover… … how Argo’s recent acquisition of a con…
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Antioxidants On today’s show, Chris talks with Dr.Michael Pinkus about antioxidants and he answers the question: Why are antioxidants good for you? On today’s show discover: …how antioxidants help fight free radicals that are attacking you at the cellular level; …why you should thing antioxidant whenever you think anti-ageing; …which antioxidants a…
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On today's show Chris talks with Dr. Charles Berg about energy, antioxidants and the nutrition, your body needs to function properly. On today's show discover: ... why you may be feeling run down and tired; ... an easy solution to provide the energy and nutrients your body needs. For Full Show Notes: TheChrisMcKayShow.com/26…
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Today, Chris talks with Sargent Shane Parsons and Cindy Parsons about the Wounded Warrior Project. On today's show discover: ... how the Wounded Warrior Project has helped tens of thousands of service men and women ... how the organization helps provide hope and restores independence For Full Show Notes: TheChrisMcKayShow.com/25…
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Today Chris talks with Dr. Brent Agin about a very important nutrient, magnesium, which is vital for life! On today’s show discover: … why 8 out of 10 Americans are deficient in magnesium; … the signs of magnesium deficiency; … and what you can do to take control and get the magnesium benefits your body needs. For Full Show Notes: TheChrisMcKayShow…
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In this episode of The Chris McKay Show, Chris talks with Max Richtman from the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare about the current state of these vital programs. On today's show you'll discover... ... the truth about Social Security and Medicare ... how you can protect your rights and help ensure... ... you get your maxim…
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In this episode of The Chris McKay Show Chris talks with Dr. Brent Agin about the energy crisis going on in our brains! On today's show discover: ...why 1/3 of your brain power may be lost by age 40 and even more by age 55 ... the key brain nutrients you need to maintain good memory, recall, focus, concentration and help reverse memory decline. For…
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