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  • People doing pushups at the gym
    Strength
    Strength Catherine Caruso

    The Surprising Way Pushups Affect Your Core

    Pushups can help strengthen and stabilize your abdominal muscles, because proper form involves keeping your hips from sinking during every set.

    Catherine Caruso Read More
  • elderly hands
    Diabetes
    Diabetes Kimberly Smith

    If This Happens To Your Fingers, It Could Be A Sign Of Diabetes

    Waxy, tight, or thickening skin on your fingers is one more symptom that could suggest diabetes.

    Kimberly Smith Read More
  • foods rich in copper
    Health
    Health Kimberly Smith

    You're Not Getting Enough Copper If This Happens To You

    Feeling weak, tired, or chilly, or experiencing memory problems, can be symptomatic of a copper deficiency.

    Kimberly Smith Read More
  • Artistic brain drawn above woman's head
    Health
    Health A. Sooter

    What Really Happens To Your Brain When You Form A New Habit

    If you can game the system, you can trick your brain into accepting new habits. You'll also set off some interesting processes in your brain.

    A. Sooter Read More
  • close-up of mature woman
    Health
    Health Zrinka Peters

    The Vitamins You Should Be Taking In Your 50s

    When you're in your 50s, it can be tempting to just take any kind of vitamin you can buy. That's not what most health experts recommend, though.

    Zrinka Peters Read More
  • COVID-19 booster shot vaccine with needle in the vial
    COVID
    COVID Nicole LaMarco

    Side Effects Of Pfizer's COVID-19 Booster Shot Explained

    Sore muscles or joints, fatigue, headaches, chills, and pain at the injection site are some of the side effects of the Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot.

    Nicole LaMarco Read More
  • A hand accepting money from an ATM
    Health
    Health A. Sooter

    Money Carries More Germs Than You Think

    Bacteria, DNA from both humans and their pets, traces of food, and even remnants of illicit drugs are among the substances that can contaminate money.

    A. Sooter Read More
  • A senior man drinks a protein shake
    Beverage
    Beverage Anne Taylor

    Science Says You Should Be Drinking Protein Shakes At This Age

    When someone mentions protein shakes, they're usually talking about gym buffs or athletes. However, this drink isn't just for people trying to build muscle.

    Anne Taylor Read More
  • Someone holds a handful of vitamins
    Health
    Health Anne Taylor

    The Vitamins You Should Be Taking In Your 20s

    Vitamins aren't always necessary, but can be helpful for certain people. Here are some vitamins to consider taking in your 20s.

    Anne Taylor Read More
  • hand holding bare foot
    Health
    Health Zrinka Peters

    What It Really Means When Your Feet Tingle

    The pins and needles sensation that happens when our feet "fall asleep" usually doesn't indicate any serious problem -- but not always.

    Zrinka Peters Read More
  • People doing pushups outdoors
    Health
    Health A. Sooter

    Pushups Versus Pull-Ups: Which One Is Better For You?

    Planning a workout is best done by starting with the basics. And few moves are as ingrained in the idea of physical training as the pushup and the pull-up.

    A. Sooter Read More
  • woman suffering from diverticular disease symptoms
    Health
    Health Kimberly Smith

    Diverticulosis Versus Diverticulitis: What's The Difference?

    Diverticulosis and diverticulitis are related to diverticula, small pockets that form on the large intestinal wall. Know the difference between the two.

    Kimberly Smith Read More
  • One coconut cracked in half next to a jar of coconut oil
    Health
    Health Anne Taylor

    Does Coconut Oil Help With Stretch Marks?

    Coconut oil is a great way to nourish your skin and improve its elasticity. Can it really improve stretch marks?

    Anne Taylor Read More
  • Windex bottle next to paper towels
    Acne
    Acne Catherine Caruso

    Can Windex Help With Acne?

    Despite the longstanding myth about it, Windex cannot treat or help clear up acne. In fact, it can actually harm your skin.

    Catherine Caruso Read More
  • pregnant woman with stretch marks
    Health
    Health Kimberly Smith

    The Difference Between White And Red Stretch Marks Explained

    Stretch marks are the result of your skin being pulled tight over a short span of time. In short, they are scars that may be either white or red.

    Kimberly Smith Read More
  • pregnant woman experiencing morning sickness
    Health
    Health Jenna Demmer

    This Is When To Worry About Your Morning Sickness

    Suffering some nausea and vomiting during pregnancy isn't necessarily a bad sign. However, there is a point at which they can become more harmful than helpful.

    Jenna Demmer Read More
  • Person with thyroid highlighted
    Health
    Health Jenna Demmer

    What Happens If Hyperthyroidism Goes Untreated?

    Hyperthyroidism develops when a person's thyroid gland produces more hormones than necessary. It can become devastating if the condition is left untreated.

    Jenna Demmer Read More
  • Boxes of Cream of Wheat lined up on the shelf
    Health
    Health Agnes Erickson

    Is Cream Of Wheat Good For You?

    The classic family favorite is rich with niacin, vitamin B6, thiamine, riboflavin, folate ... and sodium.

    Agnes Erickson Read More
  • A scientist looking into a microscope
    Health
    Health A. Sooter

    What Is Autophagy?

    Autophagy is a process through which enzymes break down damaged or aged cells. The components then repair healthier cells and build new, undamaged cells.

    A. Sooter Read More
  • Girl sleeping
    Sleep
    Sleep Jenna Demmer

    The Real Reason Women Need More Sleep Than Men

    Women are more likely to have sleep disorders and to multitask during the day, so they require more sleep for proper recovery.

    Jenna Demmer Read More
  • a mound of salt coming from a  salt shaker
    Health
    Health Agnes Erickson

    Surprising Uses For Salt

    Beyond seasoning food, salt can be used for household cleaning as well as treating skin conditions and soothing bug bites.

    Agnes Erickson Read More
  • birth control pill packs
    Health
    Health Lauren DeMello

    Does Birth Control Help With PCOS?

    While PCOS can't be cured, certain kinds of birth control can help treat and manage symptoms, leading to a greater quality of life.

    Lauren DeMello Read More
  • spoon of baking soda over a glass of water
    Symptoms
    Symptoms Zrinka Peters

    Can Baking Soda Help With Heartburn?

    For many, heartburn relief is in over-the-counter or prescription medicine. But for some, the remedy is as close and affordable as the box of baking soda.

    Zrinka Peters Read More
  • mature woman
    Health
    Health Ally Arcuri

    What Happens To Your Body When You Go Through Menopause

    All people with a uterus will eventually undergo "the change." Read on for everything you need to know about what happens to your body during menopause.

    Ally Arcuri Read More
  • Woman drinking water bottle against a snowy mountain background
    Health
    Health Erin Marie

    Why You Might Not Be Drinking Enough Water In The Winter

    Our bodies frequently remind us to drink water during the summer, as rising temperatures often prompt our thirst, but hydration is just as crucial in winter.

    Erin Marie Read More
  • collection of underwear
    Health
    Health A. Sooter

    This Is What Happens When You Wear Underwear That's Too Small

    A person's lifestyle or the sensitivity of their skin can affect which underwear they choose. What happens when you regularly wear underwear that's too tight?

    A. Sooter Read More
  • pouring milk into glasses from carafe
    Health
    Health Maria Faller

    You Should Stop Eating Dairy If This Happens To You

    Some people absolutely need to avoid cheese and milk. Included in the list of those who should go dairy-free are people with a known allergy to milk.

    Maria Faller Read More
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