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Jill Metzler Patton

Jill Metzler Patton

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How to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke

Wildfires are on the rise and, with them, the dangers of toxic smoke exposure. Here’s what you need to know.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
General HealthSustainability
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Why Telling Your Health Story Can Be Healing

When we’re facing illness or injury, the stories we tell ourselves matter.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Attitude/MindsetFunctional/Integrative Medicine
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Tyra Black Finds a New Path in Pickleball

Tyra Black was raised to be a tennis star. Now, at 25, she’s making her mark professionally with pickleball.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
PickleballSports & Recreation
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The Best Foods to Balance Your Nervous System

What you eat directly affects your autonomic nervous system. Focus on these foods and nutrients to support neurotransmitter balance, stress resilience, and calm.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Nutrition TipsVitamins/Minerals
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How Nutrition Can Support a Healthy Nervous System

A well-regulated autonomic nervous system is fundamental for your resilience. Learn how to feed it well.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Mindful EatingNutrition Tips
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What Energizes You? 10 Healthy-Living Experts Share Their Strategies for Thriving

From Olympic athletes to integrative doctors to mindfulness teachers, we asked 10 experts what fuels their energy, joy, and vitality — and how you can tap into that same flow.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Attitude/MindsetPersonal Development
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The Promise and Perils of AI in Healthcare

Learn how AI is currently being used in healthcare, along with its benefits and potential risks.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
General Health
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10 Tips for Reclaiming Your Fitness as an Older Adult

If fitness has fallen by the wayside, take heart — it’s never too late to come back to healthy movement.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Active Aging
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Why Seasonal Allergies Are Getting Worse — and What You Can Do About It

Climate change is extending the duration of the allergy season, but these key nutrients can help you build resilience and manage symptoms.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
AllergiesSpecific Health Conditions
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10 Tips to Take Charge of Your Next Medical Visit

Learn how to boost your health literacy to understand medical information, ask better questions, and become an active partner with your care team.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Gut Health
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