Healthier Hawaii

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Honey, I Shrunk! How Aging Affects Our Bones, Joints & Muscles

As we age, our bones, joints and muscles shrink in size and density. This is most noticeable when we check our height and realize we’ve shrunk by an inch or two (or 4!). While losing height, strength and flexibility are all part of the aging process, there are steps you can take to stand up to the effects of father time.

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Do You Know What Causes the Flu?

Be in the know on influenza with these six fast flu facts.

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What Does the Appendix Do & Other Questions About the Body’s Mystery Organ

Though the exact purpose of the appendix is up for debate, there's no mistaking signs it needs to be removed.

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Getting Kids Back on a Sleep Schedule

Ease the transition from a summer to a school bedtime routine with these tips.

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The Benefits Books Provide a Growing Mind

When fostered early in life, reading becomes a base upon which to build other important literacy skills.

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How to Recognize & Prevent Heat Illness

There is a wide spectrum of heat illnesses, some of which seem minor, but others that are life-threatening.

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Keep Keiki off the Sidelines with These Sports-Injury Prevention Tips

Helping young athletes stay in the game gives them full access to the numerous physical and social benefits sports provide.

Eating Up the Salad Days of Summer

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A Healthier Hawaiian-Style Potato-Mac Salad

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Summer Tabbouleh with Tomatoes, Cucumber & Mint

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Kale & Chickpea Harvest Bowls with Avocado Dressing

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Curried Chicken Mango Couscous Salad

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Fun Ways to Keep Kids’ Minds Active This Summer

Help kids stay mentally and physically fit by keeping them engaged in activities that provide a fun challenge.

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Vitamin D: The Unsung Hero of Healthy Bones

How the dynamic duo of vitamin D and calcium can help reduce your risk of fractures caused by osteoporosis.

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An Argument for Rest Days

How a brief break from exercise can actually increase athletic performance.

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Summertime Healthy Weight Tips

Summer’s longer days full of sunshine provide the perfect opportunity to start many healthy habits.

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Save Your Skin from the Effects of Sun, Smoke & Other Signs of Aging

Beauty is only skin deep, but as you age, signs of an underlying health issue can rise to the surface.

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6 Common Foodborne Illnesses & How to Prevent Them

Learn how to ID common causes for food poisoning, plus ways to keep your gut (and health) in check.

Back-to-School Prep for Parents

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A Back-to-School Health Checklist for Keiki & Parents

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Phones Down, Heads Up! Teaching Teens the Importance of Pedestrian Safety

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The New Nicotine Craze Hiding Right Under Your Nose

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How Parents Can Use Social Media Challenges to Spark Safety Conversations with Kids