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8 Ways to Eat Healthy on a Budget

Of course you’d like to eat better — if only it didn’t cost so much! To the rescue: First polled the pros for the best ways to save on produce, meat, organic fare, and more. Check out their best tips for eating healthy without breaking the bank below! Get your share of fresh fare here.…
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How to Do Kegel Exercises to Prevent ‘Leaking’ Down There

Learning how to do kegels might seem strange at first, but this skill could save you a lot of embarrassment as you age — especially if you want to prevent urinary incontinence. If you’ve already had a few mortifying moments of “leaking” urine in your life, you’re definitely not alone. It happens to many of…
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5 Easy Tips to Finally Stop Feeling Tired and Sluggish All Day

Did you know that most people self-sabotage their sleep by indulging in bad bedtime habits? These behaviors can actually prevent you from sleeping soundly four to seven nights per week, which can naturally lead you to feel tired during the day. Research by the bed brand Silentnight found that 73 percent of people know that…
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Sorry, Women Who Only Ate Ice Chips During Labor — You Could’ve Had Real Food

Moms, think back to when you had your babies. If you went through a typical labor, chances are that you’ve since blocked out one of the most uncomfortable parts of the whole ordeal. No, not the endless waiting, or the jittery nerves, or even the horribly painful contractions; we’re talking about those far less memorable…
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The One Thing That Finally Cured My Hot Flashes and Insomnia

Natalie Gillespie sighed in frustration as she felt beads of sweat trickle down the back of her neck. “Not again!” she huffed, blasting her car’s air conditioner and hoping she wouldn’t be drenched by the time she finished driving carpool. Since starting menopause, the 52-year-old Florida mom had been experiencing hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue,…
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4 Simple Ways to Unlock the Benefits of Gratitude and Embrace a Peaceful Heart

Studies show benefits of gratitude can spark joy, melt stress, and even dial up immunity. But all the turmoil this year is making it harder to feel thankful and to reap those healing benefits. Here, four genius work-arounds You love everything about the holiday season. But this year, your mood is more than a bit…
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11 Best Massage Guns for Easing Back Pain at Home
If you’re one of the millions who suffer from sore, knotted muscles that stop you from doing everything you want to do, you might be interested in one of the best massage guns for back pain. Why do these tools suddenly seem to be everywhere and on everyone’s holiday wish list? Well, one of the…
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Turn Off Fat Storage and Regulate Blood Sugar With These Superfood Seeds (Plus: 3 Recipes to Try)

Craving a delicious pick-me-up, but don’t know what to eat? Curb cravings and satisfy your hankerings with a chia seed smoothie. They’re easy to make and they pack a nutritional punch: Two tablespoons of chia seeds contain five times more calcium than a glass of milk! The Health Benefits of Chia Seeds Calcium is key,…
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4 Natural Ways to Treat Varicose Veins

Feeling self-conscious about wearing leg-baring shorts and bathing suits because of varicose veins? You’re not alone. Nearly half of all adults have the lumpy, bluish, often achy veins—and women are twice as likely as men to get them. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent—and even help erase—varicose veins. Take citrus fruit extract. Taking a citrus…
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Don’t Give Up that Morning Cup! Coffee Could Actually Help With Digestion, New Study Says

If you’re a regular drinker, then you know a cup of coffee is usually followed by a trip to the bathroom not long after. While the daily drink is always a topic of contention when it comes to our health, new research says that this funny side effect means coffee is actually good for digestion…