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a cell phone and headphone wires in the shape of Michigan.

A Healthier Michigan PodcastHost Chuck Gaidica and expert guests explore wellness, fitness, mental health, and food and nutrition to help you live a healthier and happier life.

Coronavirus updates

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Coronavirus updatesLatest news and information about the coronavirus outbreak.

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Woman working at her desk

Sitting All Day for Work? Make Time to Move

Working out throughout the day helps with health, productivity, energy levels and much more.

Avoid Dehydration by Eating Your Water

Watermelon, Jicama and Cucumber Salad

Watermelon, Jicama and Cucumber Salad

Staying hydrated can be tough. Incorporating high-water content recipes like these into your diet can help to avoid dehydration.

Woman doing lunges in her family room

Woman doing lunges in her family room

The 20-Minute Workout You Can Do at Home

Looking for a quick workout you can do at home? Squeeze in a workout anytime, anywhere with these exercises.

7 Weight Substitutions for Your Resistance Workouts

2 women training at home

2 women training at home

No weights? No problem. Here are seven weight substitutions that deliver an effective workout at home.

woman hugging herself wrapped in blanket

woman hugging herself wrapped in blanket

No More Body Shaming: 5 Ways to Love Yourself and Others

Do you ever look in the mirror and focus on the parts of your body you hate? Here's how to stop doing that.
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Miss Shopping? How to Upcycle Items in Your Home

Woman painting plank in garage

Woman painting plank in garage

Looking for a craft project to keep busy? Here's how upcycling can turn old household items into new treasures.

Man holding his dog

Man holding his dog

Finding New Purpose in Life as We Age

It’s important for older adults to seek meaningful ways to stay engaged for their mental health. These research-backed ideas can help seniors find purpose.

6 Low-Impact Workouts for Seniors

A senior Asian couple in the park on a sunny day, exercising together. They are powerwalking or jogging with dumbbells in their hands.

A senior Asian couple in the park on a sunny day, exercising together. They are powerwalking or jogging with dumbbells in their hands.

Many seniors may find exercise intimidating or even painful. Here are six low-impact workouts to help them break a sweat, safely.

Woman running on her own.

Woman running on her own.

Virtual Races Support Health Goals and Michigan Organizations

Have you been running more lately? Put your training to the test by participating in a virtual race!

Carrot, Date and Feta Salad
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carrot salad

carrot salad

Tired of the same old boring salads you've been eating? Give this unique mix a try!