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This $17 Supplement Could Help You Lose Weight, Minimize Migraines, and Lessen Depression Symptoms
When was the last time you thought about your serotonin levels? You’ve probably vaguely heard about this hormone before, but did you know that it greatly affects how you go about your daily life, from how much food you eat to how you feel? If your serotonin levels are off, it could lead to a…
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Yes, Toilet Water Particles Coat Your Bathroom Every Time You Flush
It turns out that closing the toilet seat lid after doing your bathroom business isn’t just common courtesy, it’s more sanitary. Why, you ask? Two words: toilet plume. If you thought the idea of germs spreading from your toilet flushing was a myth, think again. This disgusting and somewhat ridiculous-sounding phenomenon is very real —…
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Perimenopausal Depression: 5 Tips From the New Guidelines on How to Spot and Treat It
Perimenopausal depression has long been misunderstood and under-recognized — until now, that is. Doctors and scientists have just rolled out the first-ever guidelines for perimenopausal depression treatment and evaluation, and to say they’re overdue is an understatement. Published simultaneously in the journal Menopause and the Journal of Women’s Health, the September 2018 guidelines focus on…
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Vaccinated People Can Visit Some Family and Friends Indoors Without Masks, CDC Says
It’s been a tough year for all of us, but there’s good news on the Covid vaccine front! People who are fully vaccinated can finally start returning to some semblance of normalcy after a year of masks, quarantine, and social distancing. That’s right: We can see the light at the end of the tunnel! According…
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This Common Vitamin Could Stop Lower Back Pain in Its Tracks
Jolting awake, Barbara Farfan felt a stabbing pain shoot from her hip down her left leg. What is happening to me? she worried and quickly tried a series of stretches, hoping for relief. But to her dismay, the agony got worse. An international pet-sitter, the Seattle native was staying in a small city in Mexico.…
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6 Ways to Fight Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome
High blood sugar, blood pressure or triglycerides, out-of-control cholesterol, an expanding waistline separately, each of these can harm your health. But having three or more at the same time, a condition called metabolic syndrome, causes a lot more trouble than each can on its own. Luckily, these steps can help prevent or even reverse it,…
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Surprise! Full-Fat Yogurt Is Actually Better for You Than Low-Fat Yogurt
When you’re walking down your grocery store’s refrigeration aisle and choosing a yogurt to buy, chances are you reach for a low-fat option instead of a full-fat one. After all, it has less fat, so it must be healthier, right? Well, it turns out that a plain full-fat yogurt may be better for you in…
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Lose More Weight by Making This Surprising Tweak to Your Daily Walks
While chewing gum may be considered rude in certain contexts, you may want to reconsider throwing it away the next time you head out for your daily walk. New research shows it could make a significant difference, especially if you’re trying to lose weight. The Journal of Exercise & Fitness just released a new study…
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One Serving of This Tasty Snack per Day Can Lower Cholesterol by 9% in Just Two Months
It’s no secret that snacking on nuts is one of the best things you can do for your body. Many have been shown to boost brain health and they’ve even been linked to a decreased risk of heart disease. Most recently, a new study has found that snacking on as little as two ounces of…
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Why Cottonseed Oil Could Be Your New Fat-Burning Meal Enhancer
If you haven’t heard much about cottonseed oil benefits yet, expect that to change very soon. Recent research shows this cooking oil — extracted from the seeds of cotton plants of various species — might be linked to lower cholesterol and burning fat. The November 2018 study published in Nutrition Research analyzed 15 healthy men…