A soup with scallions and ginger can quickly relieve nasal congestion, warm the body, and even ease muscle aches caused by colds. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 
November 21, 2024
Good Morning!

Today, we explore practical ways to address minor ailments with common foods, the alarming rise of drug-resistant infections, how everyday items fill our bodies with microplastics, and other health news.

Oh, and it’s National Gingerbread Cookie Day! Celebrate with a healthy gingerbread cookie recipe.

Let’s begin.
Makai Allbert
Makai Allbert
Health Writer
Treat Minor Ailments With These 4 Foods
Treat Minor Ailments With These 4 Foods
In a pinch, certain natural foods in our kitchens can offer immediate “first-aid” assistance. From soothing aches to easing nausea, learn how traditional Chinese medicine turns everyday ingredients into quick remedies.
5 Million Deaths Tied to Drug Resistance
5 Million Deaths Tied to Drug Resistance
The rise in antibiotic consumption is fueling a surge in drug-resistant infections, now linked to 5 million deaths annually. Experts caution that if global overuse and misuse continue, common infections may become more difficult—or even impossible—to treat.
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<i>Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly</i>
Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly
Occupational Therapist
Chair Squats
Chair squats are easy to perform in any setting, including an office, and provide all-around strengthening and endurance.

Step 1: Sit on a chair or a surface that keeps your knees and hips bent at a 90-degree angle.
Step 2: Reach your arms straight in front of you and slowly begin standing, taking two to three seconds to get up.
Step 3: Move slowly back into a sitting position; avoid “plopping” down, which can place strain on your spine.
Step 4: This counts as one repetition. Try to perform three sets of 15 repetitions, making adjustments as needed.

Chair squats (also known as sit-stands) can be challenging at first, but your body will adjust with practice.
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