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New Info on Preterm Birth Risk
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New Info on Preterm Birth Risk

You may already scan labels of soaps and lotions for the phrase "phthalate free," but this is especially important if you're pregnant or trying to conceive, per new research by the National Institutes of Health, which uncovered an association between exposure to phthalates and giving birth early.

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October 2022
NO-WASTE RECIPE Veggie-Top Pesto
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NO-WASTE RECIPE Veggie-Top Pesto

Use vegan mayonnaise to turn leftover odds and ends into a creamy, delicious dip-and more.

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October 2022
EXERCISE SMARTER (LITERALLY)
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EXERCISE SMARTER (LITERALLY)

A fascinating new hypothesis on the brain-body connection says that we may actually have evolved to need a certain kind of exercise. Here's what it could mean for your next workout.

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October 2022
5 Myths About Anxiety
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5 Myths About Anxiety

"Don't worry, be happy!" is a fun song, but it's terrible advice for someone with this common mental health issue.

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October 2022
THE DOCTOR IS IN Healthy Pleasures
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THE DOCTOR IS IN Healthy Pleasures

A doctor's guide to vibrators and reasons they're good for your sexual well-being

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October 2022
Why Was I So Sick Just After Getting Better?
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Why Was I So Sick Just After Getting Better?

I recovered from breast cancer treatment only to wind up back in the hospital with a mysterious illness.

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October 2022
WHAT'S UP WITH...EARWAX
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WHAT'S UP WITH...EARWAX

It's not usually harmful, but too much gunk can make it hard to hear.

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October 2022
Jump Your Way Fit
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Jump Your Way Fit

Trend alert! There's a fun "new" workout on the scene that barely feels like exercise: the trampoline workout. Here's what you need to know to jump right in.

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October 2022
ΤΗΕ RACE TO CONQUER LONG COVID
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ΤΗΕ RACE TO CONQUER LONG COVID

There's an all-out, multifront push to determine the causes of-and treatments for this potentially life-altering post-viral syndrome, which may have affected as many as 23 million Americans (and counting).

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October 2022
Walk OFF Weight
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Walk OFF Weight

Grab your sneakers they're all you need to get fit! Here are the secrets to success.

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October 2022
NATURAL FIXES Serotonin Explained
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NATURAL FIXES Serotonin Explained

This powerful neurotransmitter may affect everything from your mood to your memory.

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October 2022
JIGSAW PUZZLES
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JIGSAW PUZZLES

Putting the pieces together can provide a brain boost as well as a dose of serenity.

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October 2022
3-Day Boost
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3-Day Boost

Tech Break Easy ways to unplug-and enjoy it

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September 2022
Does It Work? Fertility Trackers
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Does It Work? Fertility Trackers

Let's zero in on what can actually help you ID your prime baby-making days.

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August 2022
3 Day boost Get Yourself Hydrated
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3 Day boost Get Yourself Hydrated

Simple ways to take in the right amount of water for you

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August 2022
NUTRITION: Eat For Your Heart
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NUTRITION: Eat For Your Heart

If you needed a sign to start taking better care of your ticker, let this be it!

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September 2022
SEX & LOVE: When Sex Is Off the Table
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SEX & LOVE: When Sex Is Off the Table

If one partner's desire has slumped, here's how to talk about it-with care and respect.

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September 2022
What dreams Are Made Of
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What dreams Are Made Of

Vivid, panic-inducing stress dreams are no call about the but they can offer a wake-up more parts of your regular life that need fun, attention.

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September 2022
SHOULD YOU BLAME YOUR THYROID?
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SHOULD YOU BLAME YOUR THYROID?

When something goes wrong with this small butterfly-shaped gland in your neck, you can gain (or lose) weight, feel like lying around all day staring at your phone, or want to chomp someone's head off. Then again, there are lots of other reasons you may be feeling the way you do. Here's how to know if you should get checked.

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September 2022
6 SIGNS THAT YOU NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR
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6 SIGNS THAT YOU NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR

It's easy to ignore these symptoms-but you shouldn't!

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September 2022
NATURAL FIXES: Warm-Water Therapy for Arthritis
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NATURAL FIXES: Warm-Water Therapy for Arthritis

This simple but effective treatment could be an elixir for painful, achy joints

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September 2022
Find Your Joy
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Find Your Joy

Seeing the sparkle in life can go beyond making your days more enjoyable it might actually help you live longer, says a new study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.

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September 2022
Challenge Yourself to Be Happier!
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Challenge Yourself to Be Happier!

A joyful life is no accident-you for yourself. This easy, inspiring can create one daily program is the perfect way to start.

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August 2022
What's Up With... Snoring
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What's Up With... Snoring

Whether it's a whistle or an air horn, here's why we do it and how to turn off the racket.

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July 2022
Adventures in Dental Care
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Adventures in Dental Care

You read that right. The brush-and-floss brigade has moved beyond the basics with new thinking, methods, and products that may just modernize your smile maintenance.

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July 2022
5 Myths About Summer
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5 Myths About Summer

We're here to throw cold water on these warm-weather health tales.

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July 2022
Why Women Need to Care About Concussions
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Why Women Need to Care About Concussions

The female brain is more susceptible to lasting damage from a head injury. The science explains why—and we’ve got the latest info on how to protect yourself.

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August 2022
WHAT'S UP WITH... ITCHY ARMPITS
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WHAT'S UP WITH... ITCHY ARMPITS

It's the second-most embarrassing spot to have a sudden need to scratch. Here's why our underarms can get so uncomfortable.

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August 2022
Weight Gain: Is It Midlife or Menopause?
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Weight Gain: Is It Midlife or Menopause?

If your body has started to pack on pounds, you may wonder why it's happening. Here are some answers.

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August 2022
WATERCOLOR PAINTING
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WATERCOLOR PAINTING

Getting artsy may boost your mood as well as your brain function.

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August 2022