Health

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THE SLOW COOKER COMEBACK
Bust it out and try these new ideas - they're as easy as anything you've used this time saver for before, but healthier and more delicious.
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March 2023

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THE SCIENCE OF OUR HEART-BRAIN CONNECTION
The key to staying sharp and keeping your mind in tip-top shape as you age? Protect the health of your ticker right now.
5 min |
March 2023

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THE 40 BEST HEALTH TIPS FOR WOMEN OVER 40
You're in the power decades of your life-here's how to keep your mind and body in shape to enjoy the ride.
9 min |
March 2023

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HOW TO WIN THE MOLD WAR
Doctors don't fully know why, but EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE to mold seems to cause a range of problems that can be TRICKY TO DIAGNOSE. Here's what to know about these microorganisms, why we're liable to be dealing with more of them, and how to keep them from HARMING YOUR HEALTH.
8 min |
March 2023

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Healthy Hobby: Making Pottery
Turning a lump of clay into a work of art can be therapeutic and also give you a wonderful sense of accomplishment.
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February 2023

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THE DOCTOR IS IN: Let's Talk About Vaginal Dryness
You'll be surprised by how many causes there are for this discomfort. We’ve got solutions.
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February 2023

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WHAT'S UP WITH...COLD HANDS AND FEET
Always need snuggly mittens and fuzzy socks? Here's why.
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February 2023

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THE WEIGHT-LOSS PUZZLE
Maybe your latest BLOOD WORK wasn't great, or your WAISTBAND fits more snugly than you'd like. Here's what experts want you to know about setting REASONABLE GOALS for keeping EXCESS POUNDS from adding up.
8 min |
February 2023

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BEAUTY: Love Your Neck
Here’s how to keep it looking smooth and healthy.
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February 2023

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NATURAL FIXES: A Guide to Gluten
Ditching this ingredient is all the rage, but it's not necessary for everyone.
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February 2023

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Get Better at Stretching
Everything you need to know to become a master stretcher.
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February 2023

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Protect Your Pup's Paws
Ice and snow, not to mention the chemicals we use to melt them, can hurt your dog's feet.
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February 2023

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MOVE OF THE MONTH: HIP OPENER
Say goodbye to stiff hips and hello to flexy ones. Optimizing their range of motion supports ideal body alignment and will help you move better overall, whether you're working out or dancing the night away.
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February 2023

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Move Past Picky Eating
Being fussy about food is a rite of passage for many toddlers, but when that pickiness extends throughout and beyond childhood, it can lead to deficiencies in important nutrients and poor health over time. Liz Shaw, R.D.N., a mom of two and the owner of shaw simple swaps.com, shares her best strategies for growing good eaters.
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February 2023

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PROTEIN FROM PLANTS!
Vegan meats and tofu or tempeh aren’t the only ways to get a meat-free protein fix. Try these all-natural options from the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Stefani Sassos.
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February 2023

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20-Minute Meal Under $20
Vegan Kofte with Kale & Chickpea Salad
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February 2023

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Focus on Getting Those Zzz's
Clocking less than the recommended hours of shuteye in midlife and beyond may be linked to increased disease risk, says a new study from University College London.
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February 2023

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Peckish Before Bed?
The right nighttime snack can satisfy your belly and summon those zzz's.
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December 2022

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BREAKFAST Egg Pepper Rings with Carrot Salsa
Get a boost of sweetness (and vitamin A!) with your morning protein.
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December 2022

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THE BIGGEST HEALTH BREAKTHROUGHS OF 2022
EVERY YEAR THERE ARE SCIENTISTS, DOCTORS, AND HEALTH CARE ADVOCATES WHO REACH INCREDIBLE MILESTONES WITH THEIR WORK. WE CELEBRATE THE INVENTIONS AND ADVANCES FROM THIS YEAR THAT PROMISE TO IMPROVE LIVES FOR DECADES TO COME.
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December 2022

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DOES IT WORK? Acupressure Mats
Some say lying on a blanket of needles actually soothes aches and pains. Here's what we learned.
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December 2022

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5 Myths About Safe Driving
Piling in for a holiday trip? Trade in old, misguided info for the new rules of the road.
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December 2022

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THE SCIENCE OF HORMONES
Being hormonal is a good thingthese tiny molecules keep your body humming along! But if you have too much (or not enough) of any, there are ways to rebalance your system.
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December 2022

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HOW WE DO IT My Invisible Illness
Like millions of others, these women may never be cured of the chronic conditions most people can't even tell they have. Here, they share how they move forward.
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December 2022

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THE DOCTOR IS IN "Why Did You Ask That?!"
If some of your gyno's questions seem invasive, here's the information they're trying to gather about your health.
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December 2022

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WHAT'S UP WITH...GREEN SNOT
When you stop laughing, we'll tell you why the color of your boogers can reveal a lot about your health.
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December 2022

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live 'til 100 and love it!
We're now living decades longer than we were a few generations ago. And a growing number of experts say it's possible to thrive and flourish in those later years, if we take steps now. Here's where to start.
10 min |
December 2022

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just who do you think you are?
No, we're not accusing you of being out of line! But it is common at midlife to have a self-concept that's based on OUTDATED IDEAS OF WHO YOU ARE, which can seriously hold you back. Read on to find out if you're READY FOR AN OUTLOOK UPDATE so you can move forward with your life THE WAY YOU WANT TO.
7 min |
December 2022

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BEAUTY A Lifetime of Looking Good
Makeup maven Bobbi Brown says you can embrace your age and still put your best face forward. Here's how.
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December 2022

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PROBLEM SOLVED Say Bye to Creaky Bones
How to keep your skeleton in tip-top shape
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