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Judge Rules Starbucks And Other Coffee Should Come With A Cancer Warning

March 31, 2018 -

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Scientists haven’t rendered a verdict on whether coffee is good or bad for you, but a California judge has. He says coffee sellers in the state should have to post cancer warnings. The culprit is a … Continue reading Judge Rules Starbucks And Other Coffee Should Come With A Cancer Warning

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Fake News About Health You Need to Stop Believing

March 27, 2018March 27, 2018 -

I met Luke at a professional conference. I’m a public health and behavioral science expert; Luke’s a statistician for a hospital system in New York City. I thought he was brilliant — two Ivy League degrees, decades of experience working … Continue reading Fake News About Health You Need to Stop Believing

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5 Stem Cell Therapy Benefits, Uses & How It Works

March 24, 2018March 24, 2018 -

Clinical research regarding stem cell therapy benefits has grown dramatically in recent decades. The most promising thing about stem cell therapy — and similar prolotherapy treatments … Continue reading 5 Stem Cell Therapy Benefits, Uses & How It Works

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Clove Oil Uses & Benefits for Skin & Digestion

March 24, 2018March 24, 2018 -

Clove oil uses are incredibly impressive, ranging from improving blood circulation and reducing inflammation to helping acne and boosting gum health. One of the best-known clove oil uses is to reduce the pain associated with dental problems. Even mainstream toothpaste makers … Continue reading Clove Oil Uses & Benefits for Skin & Digestion

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5 Myths About Why You’re Not Losing Weight

March 18, 2018 -

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than a third of adults in the United States — 35.1% — are obese. And if you aren’t obese, defined by the CDC in adults as having a BMI of 30 or … Continue reading 5 Myths About Why You’re Not Losing Weight

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Comfrey: Soothes Muscles & Joints + Helps Relieve Pain

March 17, 2018 -

For those familiar with natural medicine and chronic pain, comfrey is likely on your list of remedies. This herb has been used for centuries to treat … Continue reading Comfrey: Soothes Muscles & Joints + Helps Relieve Pain

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How to Prevent Seasonal Allergies – Seasonal Allergy Prevention and Remedies

March 16, 2018March 16, 2018 -

As the calendar inches toward spring, you might be enjoying the last few weeks of your life without seasonal allergy symptoms. But instead of just waiting for the sneezing, itching, and congestion to start all over again, here’s an idea: … Continue reading How to Prevent Seasonal Allergies – Seasonal Allergy Prevention and Remedies

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5 Perfectly Normal Ways Your Body Changes After Age 40

March 13, 2018March 13, 2018 -

Have you asked yourself lately, “What’s going on? Is this normal?” If so, you’re not alone. Many women go through changes as they age that are a little confusing. We expect the fine lines and wrinkles. We know that menopausal … Continue reading 5 Perfectly Normal Ways Your Body Changes After Age 40

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Man’s Foot Blister Turns Out To Be Flesh-Eating Bacteria

March 6, 2018 -

Blisters are usually not a big deal. But that wasn’t the case for one 26-year-old Houston-based daycare teacher. Raul Reyes hurt his foot at work and thought it was swollen because of the injury, his wife Joseline Reyes told the … Continue reading Man’s Foot Blister Turns Out To Be Flesh-Eating Bacteria

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7 Adaptogenic Herbs or Adaptogens that Help Reduce Stress

March 3, 2018 -

Natural medicine has long appreciated the benefits of herbs and food as medicine. One such example of this is adaptogenic herbs, or “adaptogens.” There is a good bit of science behind the benefits of adaptogen herbs that I’ll share with you, … Continue reading 7 Adaptogenic Herbs or Adaptogens that Help Reduce Stress

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9 Prozac Side Effects – Antidepressant Side Effects

March 1, 2018 -

Prozac was so popular after its debut in 1988 that it inspired not one but two best-selling books: Listening to Prozac and Prozac Nation (which was turned into a movie starring Christina Ricci). It was the first SSRI, or selective-serotonin … Continue reading 9 Prozac Side Effects – Antidepressant Side Effects

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Women Who Clean at Home or Work Face Lung Damage

February 27, 2018 -

Women who work as cleaners or regularly use cleaning sprays or other cleaning products at home appear to experience a greater decline in lung function over time than women who do not clean, according to new research published online in … Continue reading Women Who Clean at Home or Work Face Lung Damage

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Top 5 Essential Oils for Holistic Therapy

February 27, 2018February 27, 2018 -

Every day, people looking for better health pour millions of dollars into the pharmaceutical industry. While certain medications can be beneficial, others can lead to painful side effects and may simply swap one problem for another. On the other hand, … Continue reading Top 5 Essential Oils for Holistic Therapy

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Antidepressants Really Do Work, According To Major New Study

February 24, 2018 -

Scientists have finally concluded that antidepressants work following the results of a major new study. According to the results published in the Lancet, which analyzed data from 522 trials involving 116,477 people, 21 common antidepressants were all more effective at … Continue reading Antidepressants Really Do Work, According To Major New Study

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Drinking Alcohol Every Day Linked to Living Past 90

February 21, 2018 -

A slew of articles have been published in the wake of a recent American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) conference panel talk suggesting that a couple of beers or glasses of wine a day can, in fact, be … Continue reading Drinking Alcohol Every Day Linked to Living Past 90

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Flu Brain: Here’s What the Virus Does to Your Brain

February 16, 2018February 16, 2018 -

Flu brain is a thing. And this season especially, everyone’s trying to avoid it. And no, you aren’t imagining it. People really are throwing you side-eye when you cough, sneeze or sniffle in public. Nobody wants the flu. You likely … Continue reading Flu Brain: Here’s What the Virus Does to Your Brain

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Bleeding Gums + 5 Ways to Improve Gum Health

February 16, 2018 -

Having bleeding gums is a common oral health problem. In many cases, it may be due to simple, temporary causes, like brushing too hard or just starting a flossing routine. In others, it may be a warning sign for a … Continue reading Bleeding Gums + 5 Ways to Improve Gum Health

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Fibroid Symptoms Every Woman Should Know About

February 15, 2018 -

You’re bloated like never before and your period has been acting CRAZY for the past few months. Probably just PMS gone wild, right? Not so much. Those are both symptoms of uterine fibroids, which you definitely shouldn’t just ignore. Fibroids … Continue reading Fibroid Symptoms Every Woman Should Know About

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Chemicals In Scented Products – Phthalates Health Risks

February 12, 2018 -

From shampoo to soap to deodorant to hair wax, most products these days are heavily scented. In fact, you may be piling on half a dozen or more fragranced grooming products when you get ready for work (and that’s not … Continue reading Chemicals In Scented Products – Phthalates Health Risks

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Eye Stye Treatment – What Causes Eye Styes

February 10, 2018February 10, 2018 -

There are all sorts of bumps that can pop up on your face: Everything from zits on your chin to cold sores on your lips, there’s no shortage of lesions that can take up residence on your mug. But few … Continue reading Eye Stye Treatment – What Causes Eye Styes

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How to Stop Waking Up At Night to Pee – Nocturia Treatments

February 10, 2018 -

You’re snoozing away soundly when you suddenly awaken—with the urge that you have to pee right now. So you shuffle off to the bathroom to do your business before climbing back into bed. If you’re lucky, you’ll fall right back … Continue reading How to Stop Waking Up At Night to Pee – Nocturia Treatments

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Psoriasis Diet and Natural Treatment Options

February 9, 2018 -

Psoriasis is a chronic, autoimmune skin disease that causes inflammation and scaling of the skin that affects approximately 2 percent to 2.6 percent of the U.S. population. (1) Normal, healthy skin experiences cell turnover about once a month, but when you … Continue reading Psoriasis Diet and Natural Treatment Options

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Gray Hair Health Effects – What Causes Gray Hair

February 8, 2018 -

You glance in the mirror and see it—your first gray hair. You’re still a young guy, so why is your hair turning silver? We associate gray hair with aging, so your graying strands inevitably raise an uncomfortable question: If your … Continue reading Gray Hair Health Effects – What Causes Gray Hair

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How to Channel Your Anger So It Won’t Harm Your Health

February 6, 2018February 6, 2018 -

Such was the headline of a 2015 Daily Mail article. It went on to reference the British Association of Anger Management, which found that 87 percent of working mothers had admitted to shouting at their children because of stress. A … Continue reading How to Channel Your Anger So It Won’t Harm Your Health

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​ Obesity Study – If Your Neighbors Are Obese, It Could Be Contagious

February 3, 2018February 3, 2018 -

Obesity in America is on the rise. In fact, more than 20 percent of adults in every state are affected by this epidemic. And while there are many reasons why this may be — genetics, eating too much fast food … Continue reading ​ Obesity Study – If Your Neighbors Are Obese, It Could Be Contagious

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DIY Disinfectant Spray with Tea Tree & Lemongrass

February 2, 2018February 3, 2018 -

With the kids back in school and cold and flu season in high-gear, disinfecting the home may be in order. Disinfecting is different from cleaning because disinfectants kill bacteria so that it is unable to reproduce. Cleaning pretty much just … Continue reading DIY Disinfectant Spray with Tea Tree & Lemongrass

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Heart Attack Symptoms In Men – Signs of an Impending Heart Attack

February 2, 2018February 3, 2018 -

A guy walks down the street, feeling totally normal—when he suddenly clutches his chest and collapses.That’s how heart attacks usually happen in movies or TV shows. But in real life, it doesn’t always work that way. Still, that’s not to … Continue reading Heart Attack Symptoms In Men – Signs of an Impending Heart Attack

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Thyroid Cancer Story​: ‘​I Had Thyroid Cancer For Five Years Without Knowing It’

February 1, 2018January 31, 2018 -

No one ever expects to get cancer, but as a healthy 29-year-old working in the fitness world, I really didn’t see it happening to me. Of course, looking back now, it’s easy for me to see the palm-sized tumor poking … Continue reading Thyroid Cancer Story​: ‘​I Had Thyroid Cancer For Five Years Without Knowing It’

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6 Gallstone Symptoms You Should Know About

January 31, 2018January 31, 2018 -

Compared to the rest of the digestive system, the gallbladder doesn’t receive a ton of airplay. The pear-shaped organ that hangs out with the liver and pancreas, acts as a storage facility for bile, releasing it into the intestines on … Continue reading 6 Gallstone Symptoms You Should Know About

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Flu Natural Remedies: 12 Ways to Relieve Flu Symptoms

January 28, 2018January 28, 2018 -

People with a depressed immune system or nutrient deficiencies may be more prone to catching the flu or a cold. Stress, lack of sleep and exposure to toxins can worsen flu symptoms. According to a report published by the Centers … Continue reading Flu Natural Remedies: 12 Ways to Relieve Flu Symptoms

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​Smoking One Cigarette a Day Health Risks

January 28, 2018January 28, 2018 -

It’s been a common belief held by smokers for ages: Smoking a pack of cigarettes a day is bad—so if you cut down to just a cig or two, that’s much better, right? Well, it might not be as helpful … Continue reading ​Smoking One Cigarette a Day Health Risks

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6 Gout Remedies that Work

January 28, 2018 -

Gout is something that plagues more and more people every day, and it’s caused from uric acid buildup in the body. I want to go over my top six home gout remedies — all-natural ways to beat gout — but … Continue reading 6 Gout Remedies that Work

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Top Tips For A Better Eyesight

January 26, 2018January 26, 2018 -

They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. We don’t know if that’s true, but what we do know is that having perfectly healthy eyes—excellent vision and clear eyes, free of pain or other symptoms—are crucial to your … Continue reading Top Tips For A Better Eyesight

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Vitamins and Minerals: How to Get What You Need

January 25, 2018January 25, 2018 -

Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals found in food that nourish your body and help keep you healthy. They are essential to your overall health. Choosing foods each day that are rich in vitamins and minerals is the best way … Continue reading Vitamins and Minerals: How to Get What You Need

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How to Feel Body Positive, Even if You Miss a Few Workouts

January 24, 2018January 26, 2018 -

Your plan was to relaunch your regular gym and clean eating regimen on January 1. More than a week into the new year, that’s mostly fallen by the wayside. Logically, you know that your self-worth doesn’t rely on perfect attendance at SoulCycle. So why do … Continue reading How to Feel Body Positive, Even if You Miss a Few Workouts

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How to Treat Food Poisoning: What to Eat When You Have Diarrhea

January 22, 2018January 22, 2018 -

We’ve all been there: Those leftovers looked (and, er, smelled) a little bit iffy in your fridge, but you didn’t feel like cooking something new. So, you gave them a half-hearted nuke in the microwave, and chowed down—only to find … Continue reading How to Treat Food Poisoning: What to Eat When You Have Diarrhea

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Does Penis Size Really Matter? ‘The Girls Next Door’ Reveal What They Think

January 19, 2018January 19, 2018 -

You know the feeling: You’re on a date, and it’s going well. You find yourselves back at your place, making out and groping one another like horny teenagers. Soon the two of you are stumbling toward the bedroom, moments away … Continue reading Does Penis Size Really Matter? ‘The Girls Next Door’ Reveal What They Think

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Top 10 Healthy Tips for 2018

January 19, 2018January 19, 2018 -

Roy Buchinsky, MD, director of wellness at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center and the Robert and Susan Hurwitz Master Clinician in Wellness, has these 10 tips to help maximize your chances of a long, strong and resilient life. #1 “If the … Continue reading Top 10 Healthy Tips for 2018

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Why Some People With Healthy Habits Still Get Sick A Lot

January 19, 2018 -

I get 7 to 8 hours of sleep most nights, I make it to my favorite workout classes regularly, and I eat all of my servings of fruits and vegetables in every day (okay, I leave room for wine and dessert … Continue reading Why Some People With Healthy Habits Still Get Sick A Lot

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7 Brain Cancer Symptoms Every Woman Should Know About​

January 18, 2018January 18, 2018 -

Brain cancer: That’s a really scary term. Luckily, there’s a less than 1 percent change you’ll develop a malignant brain or spinal tumor in your life, according to the American Cancer Society. Still, the ACS estimates that about 23,880 cases … Continue reading 7 Brain Cancer Symptoms Every Woman Should Know About​

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The Sneaky Weight-Loss Mistakes All Women Make

January 17, 2018 -

You’re familiar with the biggie weight-loss mistakes everyone makes (like skipping breakfast, OD’ing on protein, and skimping on veggies). But it turns out there are a few sneakier dietary flubs to avoid, too. Over time, these seemingly small mistakes can really add up, and may even … Continue reading The Sneaky Weight-Loss Mistakes All Women Make

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Symptoms Of Prostate Cancer Men Should Know

January 13, 2018 -

Prostate cancer is the third most common form of cancer in the U.S., with more than 160,000 men diagnosed with it each year, according to the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program (SEER). The good news is, … Continue reading Symptoms Of Prostate Cancer Men Should Know

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Relieve Back Pain: 5 Ways Chiropractors Manage Their Own Neck Pain and Back Pain

January 8, 2018 -

At some point in their lives, as many as 80 percent of people will experience back pain, according to Aixa Goodrich D.C., a chiropractor at South Florida Chiropractic Center. She notes that back pain is one of the most common … Continue reading Relieve Back Pain: 5 Ways Chiropractors Manage Their Own Neck Pain and Back Pain

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My Birth Story: I Can’t Feel My Contractions

January 6, 2018 -

Many people told me that being induced would be really difficult, long, and painful. Luckily, I had the exact opposite experience: It was amazing. My pregnancy was similarly easy, and it went by so fast. That’s probably because I spent … Continue reading My Birth Story: I Can’t Feel My Contractions

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Sjogren’s Syndrome: 9 Natural Ways to Manage Self Care

January 5, 2018 -

Sjögren’s syndrome is one of the most prevalent autoimmune diseases in the United States, affecting an estimated 7,000,000 people, with only 4,000,000 of those being diagnosed. While it primarily affects the salivary glands and tear ducts, it can also affect … Continue reading Sjogren’s Syndrome: 9 Natural Ways to Manage Self Care

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Drinking Alcohol Is More Dangerous If You’re Poor

January 4, 2018January 4, 2018 -

It’s no surprise that alcohol affects people differently—think of that friend who falls asleep after two beers compared to the one who can stay out until … Continue reading Drinking Alcohol Is More Dangerous If You’re Poor

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​Foods For Better Lung Health

January 4, 2018 -

If you want to protect your lungs, quitting smoking is a no-brainer. But what you put on your plate can also help, too: Eating certain kinds of produce can help boost lung health, a new study in the European Respiratory … Continue reading ​Foods For Better Lung Health

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Dentist Talk:​ 5 Things Your Dentist Wants You To Know

December 30, 2017December 30, 2017 -

Hate the dentist? So does pretty much everyone else in your dentist office’s waiting room.“People say that to me every day!” says Maria Lopez Howell, D.D.S., a spokesperson for the American Dental Association. “I have a great rapport with my … Continue reading Dentist Talk:​ 5 Things Your Dentist Wants You To Know

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