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How to Make a Safe and Effective Hand Sanitizer at Home
On top of trying to avoid the annual spread of cold and flu germs going around this time of year, the growing panic surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) is making everyone even more on edge. And because keeping our hands clean is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick, we’re also now facing a…
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Melt Up to a Pound a Day By Adding This $13 Supplement to Your Daily Routine
Wish you could perk up your body’s calorie-burning power without a special diet or exercise? Then your wish just came true! Growing research shows that berberine — a compound found in plants like turmeric and goldenseal — works metabolism-boosting magic, firing up our ability to incinerate both blood sugar and stored fat. Scientists say the…
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I Don’t Know How to Act My Age — So I Don’t (And You Shouldn’t Either)
I have a problem: I act younger than my age. The thing is, I don’t know how to act my age. Of course, I’m a responsible adult with a job, a car, and an apartment — and I pay my bills on time. But as I’ve gotten older, I’ve never let go of the things…
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This 5-Minute Glute Workout Will Perk Your Booty Up – No Equipment Needed
Getting active is all about finding a routine that easily fits into your lifestyle. We don’t all have hours to spend at the gym, or hundreds of dollars spend on fitness classes. Luckily, these days it’s easier than ever to workout at home. With so many routines and videos being posted online, you truly don’t…
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6 Tiny Tweaks That’ll Help Melt Pounds Fast
Looking and feeling your best is easier than ever with simple secrets to melt any extra pounds without deprivation. Snack smarter by moving healthy foods to the left. Find yourself eyeing that bag of chips every time you open your kitchen cabinet? Try storing high-calorie indulgences on the right side of the shelf and good-for-you snacks like…
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This Clever Medical Alert System Looks Just Like a Smartwatch
As we age, staying on top of our health becomes of the utmost importance. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible to do it alone — or to be there to help our aging friends and family members. Enter medical alert systems. These life-saving devices, once activated, can connect you directly to an expert who has access…
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Adding a Spoon of This Oil to Your Diet Will Relieve Joint Pain and Inflammation
Summer humidity plus activities like gardening might have your joints aching a little more than usual this time of year. While aches and pains might just be a symptom of getting older, there are things you can do to minimize your discomfort. Getting the right nutrients in your diet is a great way to start,…
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There Are 2 Types of Cinnamon — And You’re Probably Using the Worst One
Are you someone who loves sprinkling a little cinnamon into your coffee each morning? Or chowing down on pastries packed with the scrumptious spice? Well, we regret to inform you that you might want to cut back on that — unless you’re using “true cinnamon.” Yep, it turns out there are actually two different types of cinnamon: cassia…
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Lower Cholesterol, Reduce Arthritis Symptoms, and Boost Your Brain With Niacin
As we get older, it becomes increasingly important for us to make choices that are good for our overall health. Things like our heart, joint, and brain function seem to take the center stage. Luckily, niacin benefits all three! Here, we share how more of this key nutrient can give your body the boost it…
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UTI Won’t Go Away? How to Tell the Difference Between Chronic UTIs and Interstitial Cystitis
Have you ever felt constant pain while urinating and frantically wondered why your UTI won’t go away? If that’s happening to you right now, you’re not alone. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are extremely common for women of all ages — even after menopause. One in five women will have at least one UTI in her…