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If you're like most U.S. adults, you probably aren't getting enough fruits and vegetables in your diet. It's no secret that fruits and vegetables are essential for good health. They provide many key nutrients and vitamin; thus, protecting against disease and illness. However, new research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that nearly nine in 10 U.S. adults don't consume enough fruits and vegetables in their daily diet.Under the CDC's current dietary guidelines, adu …

Statistics show the average U.S. adult sits for approximately 13 hours a day -- a number that doesn't include sleeping. Whether you are lounging at home, commuting or even working, you are probably sitting. Unfortunately, all of this sitting can take a toll on your health, increasing the risk of heart disease and other illnesses. The good news, however, is that recent research suggests that exercise can reverse the harmful effects of a sedentary lifestyle.According to a study conducted by resear …

Employers can expect to pay more for workplace safety violations under new guidelines by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Under the new guidelines, penalties will be increased by 2%. While not a substantial increase, it's still something that employers should be aware of. So, why exactly did OSHA decide to increase the penalties for workplace safety violations?The higher safety violation fines are attributed to inflation. As explained on OSHA's website, the new penalties …

The next time you have a craving for something sweet, consider eating a small serving of dried fruit. In addition to being naturally sweetened, it’s rich in nutrients and vitamins. Furthermore, a new study has found that eating dried fruit can protect against heart disease.Taking the lives of nearly 600,000 men and women every year, heart disease is the world’s leading cause of death. While there’s no way to completely eliminate the risk of heart disease, there are ways to lower it. Dieti …

Statistics show that up to 20% of Americans will catch the flu virus each year in the United States. Of those who catch the flu, some 200,000 will require hospitalization. Because of it's more severe than a typical cold, employers and workers alike should take the necessary precautions to protect themselves from this all-too-common illness.In an effort to protect workers from the flu virus, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated its "Workplace Safety and the Flu" we …