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Healthy Living

Magic mushrooms: Thousands sign up for Oregon’s novel psilocybin experiment

By ANDREW SELSKY Associated Press EUGENE, Ore. — Psilocybin tea, wind chimes and a tie-dye mattress await those coming to an office suite in Eugene to trip on magic mushrooms. For roughly six hours, adults over 21 can experience what many users describe as vivid geometric shapes, a loss ...

Mediterranean diet proven healthiest

By Dr. Conway McLean The health of America is in danger. With the rise in diabetes and obesity, heart disease and cancer, our lives are being shortened or impaired. Our system of medicine is primarily geared towards the treatment of disease, as opposed to the maintenance of health. A hugely ...

Talk with the Doc: Peanut butter history and food facts

It is reported that peanut butter was first introduced nationally in the USA at the St. Louis World’s Fair in the year 1904. When more and more people learned about it, and had an opportunity to taste it, peanut butter became a very popular food in the USA. When peanut butter was then ...

Tasty food that’s good for you, too

MARQUETTE — If you’re thinking about cooking for large gatherings, you might want to think beyond traditional dishes. How does Thai iced tea grab you? A segment on cooking was the focus of a recent “Northern Now” series put on by Northern Michigan University Alumni Relations. Leading ...

Five ways to find fitness motivation

Even the most dedicated exercise enthusiast can hit a workout rut, but there are a few ways you can stay motivated, whether it’s adding a new class into your routine or ensuring you’re outfitted in the right gear. Read on for trends in staying on track: 1. Set goals, track progress - One ...

Winter workout tips

Just because the season has changed, it doesn’t mean that you have to give up on your workout routine. Here are a few winter workout tips. You can stay fit no matter what the temperature is outside. Don’t skip the warm up - In colder weather, your muscles are tighter, making them more ...