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Feel more joyful with a bouquet
Admire a friend's ever-upbeat mood and wish you could be that happy all the time too? You can! UC Riverside scientists say your genes are responsible for 50% of your "happiness set point," or how happy you are in daily life, and circumstances account for 10%. This means 40% of your mood is impacted by what you do. Luckily, the same researchers found doing kind deeds for others, like sharing flowers from your garden with a neighbor, strengthens social ties, which increases positivity.
OR STEP OUTSIDE!
A study in Translational Psychiatry found folks who spend an average of 90 minutes outdoors during the day have the lowest risk of developing depression even if they have a genetic predisposition for it.
Reading lengthens your life!
You can live a long life-surpassing the age of your grandparents-by enjoying hobbies like reading novels and crafting. Japanese scientists say it comes down to the wise adage "use it or lose it." Your favorite pastimes keep your brain and body active, so you stay healthier!
Avoid bone breaks with an iced latte
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ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
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Too tired to lose weight?
Millions of us would love to drop a few pounds and get healthier.
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4 foods that curb dementia risk
When it comes to protecting your brain, certain foods might be even more beneficial than you'd expect. Everyday eats like almonds, black beans and grape juice—staples you likely already have in your pantry—could help reduce the risk of dementia by delivering nutrients known to support long-term brain health. Here, our roundup of the best foods that help keep your memory sharp for years to come
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Laugh your way healthy!
Who knew? Laughing out loud is a proven health booster. Here, all the ways being in stitches tunes up your body and mind.
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This avid reader is on a mission to spread joy!
Emily Bhatnagar loves books, and when her dad was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, they offered a refuge from her fears and worries. It was such a blessing that she’s given away 25,000 books to children’s hospitals!
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This special shop offers kindness and hope to people in need
As a licensed social worker, Ben Davey found that he had a constant tug on his heart to help others. Before long, he and his wife, Heather, decided to make it official by starting Benny’s Bodega, a special store’ to help those struggling find necessities...and hope!
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"Help me get my 'sparkle' back!"
Here, easy ways to reclaim the shine that makes you you—and fan the flames of your joie de vivre
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"Say YES to your life!"
Some people spend a lifetime searching for their purpose, but beloved Black-ish and Princess and the Frog actress and acclaimed author Jenifer Lewis discovered her calling to be an entertainer at an early age. And over the years, she's had to overcome poverty, being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and a near-fatal fall to keep living that dream. Here, Jenifer's secrets to turning challenges into chances to harness joy
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Skiing slopes into love
Carol rekindles more than just her love of snow sports on a weekend away at a ski resort when she runs into an old flame
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Dodge the sneaky cause of bad breath
\"Tonsil stones are small lumps made from food debris, bacteria or dead cells in the pockets of the tonsils,\" says Brynna Connor, M.D. They affect up to 40% of people and often go unnoticed. \"But larger stones or multiple stones can cause bad breath, sore throat or white or yellow lumps in the tonsils,\" says Dahlia Philips, M.D. Here, tips get rid of them
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"Breathing cured my anxiety!"
When every corner of Jennifer Bauer's life was overtaken with worry and stress, it was nearly impossible to concentrate or sleep. After years of living with constant panic, painful regrets and disturbing thoughts that swirled in her mind, she decided something had to change. Then she discovered the key that unlocked joyful calm