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We all know fruits and vegetables do our bodies good. But did you know that different colors of fruits and vegetables have specific health benefits? By including a variety of them on your plate – called “eating the rainbow” – you can make sure you’re getting the illness-fighting nutrients you need to help your body function at its best.

With the fall season comes the changing colors of leaves – and yardwork. The American Chiropractic Association says homeowners need to take care to prevent back injuries, neck strain and shoulder pain while cleaning up the yard.

Whether you’re working remotely or in the office, if you sit at a desk, you need to practice good ergonomics. Here are some quick tips.

Tehran, Iran — The fatty acids in nuts, seeds and plant oils may help prevent early death, especially from heart disease, according to a team of international researchers.

Montreal — If you think squeezing in a quick workout just before bedtime can help improve your sleep, you may be disappointed with the results, according to researchers from Concordia University.

Calgary, Alberta — If you’re younger than 60 and spend much of your leisure time being inactive, you may be at increased risk of a future stroke, according to a team of Canadian researchers.

Boston — Fitting more physical activity into your day may reduce your risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea, according to researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

Amherst, MA — Can’t get to 10,000 steps a day? Aim for 7,000 to help curb your risk of heart disease and early death, say researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Ann Arbor, MI — Small changes to your diet can lead to a longer, healthier life – and also help the planet, according to researchers from the University of Michigan.

Boston — Adding more colorful foods to your diet may lower your risk of cognitive decline, researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health suggest.