Numbers to Know: Late Summer 2024

Easy Ways to Stay Hydrated

Looking for easy ways to increase your water intake? While they don’t replace drinking water, these three foods have high water contents that will help you stay hydrated all day long:

cucumber slices

Cucumbers

95% Water

slice of watermelon

Watermelon

91% Water

strawberries

Strawberries

91% Water

Improve Focus in Kids with ADHD

Studies have shown that a brief, 20-minute aerobic workout  can have improvements on the performance of children with ADHD. Specifically, exercise can give them better focus in reading, math, and impulse control.

High Cholesterol

According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, high cholesterol is most often diagnosed in adults between the ages of 40 – 59. Adults of this age are recommended to get a cholesterol test every 1 – 2 years to check for unhealthy levels.

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Working on screens all day?

Experts recommend adopting the 20-20-20 rule to prevent eye strain. Every 20 minutes, look at an object 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. While you’re taking a break, don’t forget to grab a sip of water or stand for a moment, too.

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