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MWi diligently sources expert content and curates compelling weekly articles. This process takes into account a range of factors, including member surveys, community feedback, seasonal trends, health observances, and annual programs.

Sleep

Winter Sleep

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Reading time:  6 Minutes MWi Hack: Get better winter sleep by matching your body's natural rhythm with a consistent sleep schedule, morning light exposure, and…

Understanding Alzheimer’s: 5 Things to Know for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

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Reading time:  7 Minutes MWi Hack: Alzheimer's impacts 7M+ Americans but early help + Mediterranean diet + exercise + strong caregiver networks = better life…

Learn the Sleep Basics

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Reading time:  8 Minutes MWi Hack: Sleep is a complex biological process where your body cycles through different stages (including NREM and REM) for about…

Eat

Thyroid Awareness Month

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Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  January is Thyroid Awareness Month, highlighting how this butterfly-shaped gland affects 20 million Americans through disorders that impact metabolism,…

Mindful Celebrations: Stay Safe and Make Healthy Choices This Holiday Season

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Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  Practice mindful drinking during holiday celebrations by pausing before each drink to assess your choice, planning ahead with specific…

Healthy Holiday Eating Tips for Heart-Smart Celebrations

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Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  Dodge holiday weight gain by balancing festive eating with mindful portions, healthy swaps (spices over salt, oils over butter),…

Move

The Benefits of Exercise: Integrative Health Month

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Reading time: 8 Minutes MWi Hack: Research shows that exercise delivers powerful benefits beyond fitness - from boosting mood and sleep quality to reducing pain and…

How to Exercise with Limited Mobility

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Reading time: 9 Minutes MWi Hack: Despite limited mobility, you can still exercise effectively by focusing on three key types: cardiovascular (like chair aerobics or water…

Tips for Caregivers – How to Take Care of Yourself and Avoid Burnout

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Reading time: 4 Minutes MWi Hack: Five million unpaid military caregivers face burnout risks while supporting wounded warriors - success requires self-care through proper nutrition, sleep,…

Relate

The Power of Partnership

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Reading time:  6 Minutes MWi Hack:  Boost your New Year's resolution success rate from 8% to 76% by finding an accountability partner who respects you,…

The Power of Gratitude: A Path to Connection and Wellbeing

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Reading time:  5 Minutes MWi Hack:  The power of gratitude in military communities lies in its ability to boost neurochemical responses that enhance social bonds,…