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Getting Too Much of This at Night Could Be Affecting Your Metabolism, Study Shows

By now, research has made it clear how important sleep is for good health and longevity. Following a normal sleep-and-wake cycle translates into better brain performance and a lower risk of certain diseases. But did you know that your light-and-dark cycle can have a serious impact on your health as well? A new study shows…
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Roughly 1 in 5 People Develop Peanut Allergies as Adults — Some Don’t Even Know It
Roughly 26 millions American adults and six million American children suffer from food allergies, according to Food Allergy Research & Education. Peanut allergies, which are the most common allergy diagnosis in kids, are largely thought of as something that people are born with as opposed to something they develop later. However, researchers are now finding…
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5 Food-Label Secrets to Help You Choose the Healthiest Grocery Items — and Leave Behind the Fakes

Knowing how to read nutrition labels is confusing now more than ever, with so much information circulating about what’s good for you and what’s not — and food manufacturers marketing all sorts of products as healthy. Whether you’re the type to go into the supermarket with an organized list of everything you’re eating for the…
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3 Surprising Home Remedies for Foot Pain That Soothe Aches Fast

If you suffer from foot pain, chances are you know all about traditional remedies: ice, foot elevation, and a luxurious Epsom salt soak. It’s hard to go wrong with these classic doctor recommendations. But beyond the most tried-and-true methods, there are other remedies that can help relieve your aching feet. Fortunately, some of the most…
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Fight Heart Disease With Half a Tablespoon of This Popular Oil Per Day

Currently, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. It might seem like gloomy information, but we’re also learning more and more about what can help keep our heart healths as we age. Recently, a team of scientists discovered that as little as half a tablespoon of olive oil per day…
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How to Care for Kids and Elderly Parents, Simultaneously

Each day, scores of American parents spend hours taking care of their kids’ needs — and some of them are also looking after their own parents. While they are checking homework, preparing school lunches, and driving to and from activities, they may also be picking up prescriptions, helping with taxes or insurance forms, or accompanying…
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What Happens If You Swallow Pills Without Water?

Do you ever swallow pills without water? If so, you’re not the only one. Many people have popped an aspirin or ibuprofen without filling up a glass first at some point in time. Whether it’s because you didn’t have access to water at the time or you were simply feeling too lazy to get it,…
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How Weight and Resistance Training Can Help Boost Bone Health as You Age

Cardio is well known as the holy grail for promoting heart health and reducing body fat. But did you know that certain exercises, such as weight and resistance training, are crucial for improving bone strength and leading a healthier life? A study published by the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research on January 15, 2021…
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7 Foods Every Woman Needs for a Healthy Vagina

Have you thought about what’s going on down there lately? If not, there’s no time like the present to start putting your vaginal health first. Often we see vaginal health as important only for fertility or sex, but there are plenty of other reasons why you should take a more intentional approach. As women age,…
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Strength Training? This Is How Many Reps You Need to Do to Burn Fat and Build Muscle
If up until now you’ve foregone weight training for long, arduous cardio workouts, stop right there. Research has shown that no matter what your health goals are, you should be strength training to keep yourself healthy. But when you’re trying to create the ideal routine, things can get a little bit confusing. With this in…