The Best Way To Get Rid Of Acne Scars
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) reports that up to 50 million Americans are affected by acne each year. Luckily, there are ways to combat it.
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Why Drinking Too Much Caffeine Actually Makes You Tired
There are times when drinking a lot of coffee may, instead of causing you to feel wired, make you feel like you need a nice long nap.
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Cardio (1)
The Best Way To Balance Strength Training And Cardio
Often, you'll want to do cardio and strength training during different sessions, or on varying days. But your gameplan depends on your goals.
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You Might Be Spinning Too Much If This Happens To You
Cycling is rapidly becoming everyone's favorite cardio exercise, but is there such a thing as too much? What happens if your cycling class becomes an addiction?
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Cold And Flu (1)
Food Poisoning Vs Stomach Flu: What's The Difference?
When your stomach is upset, your focus may simply be on what to do to feel better. But it's helpful to pinpoint what's causing the symptoms first.
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COVID (11)
Do This If You Think You're Having An Allergic Reaction To The COVID-19 Vaccine
Taking any new medication comes with some inherent concerns and the COVID-19 vaccine is no different.
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This Is The Most Popular Vaccine For COVID-19
Of the eight worldwide vaccines, is there a most popular? And if so, why?
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How Your Employer Could Require You To Get The COVID-19 Vaccine
Your employer can require you to get a COVID-19 vaccine because employment in the United States is generally 'at will,' so they can set working conditions.
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The Real Reason You Have To Wait 15 Minutes After Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccine
The CDC requires that vaccine providers monitor all people who receive their vaccine in case of a possible allergic reaction, so that medical care is available.
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The Surprising Way Bees Are Being Used In The Fight Against COVID-19
Bees are being trained as a COVID-19 diagnostic tool, using a process that utilizes the Pavlov technique.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects That Might Be Signs Of An Allergic Reaction
If you experience swelling, tightness in the throat, trouble breathing, coughing, and/or abdominal pain after the vaccine, the culprit might be anaphylaxis.
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Can You Take Allergy Medicine After Getting The COVID Vaccine?
Is it safe to use an allergy medication after receiving the COVID vaccine? Here's what you need to know.
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Why Haven't The COVID Vaccines Been Approved By The FDA Yet?
For full FDA approval, manufacturers must complete lab research, pre-clinical testing and human clinical trials. But none of the manufacturers have yet applied.
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Why Your COVID Vaccine Injection Site Is Itchy
Itchy skin often occurs around the injection site of your vaccine, and is most likely caused from hypersensitivity or a mild allergic reaction to the vaccine.
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The Best Way To Deal With Your COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects
You might experience some uncomfortable side effects for one to three days after your vaccine. Be prepared to take it easy.
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What Would Happen If You Got Doses Of Two Different COVID-19 Vaccines?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention currently advises against mixing and matching the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines.
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Parents Just Got More Good News About The COVID-19 Vaccine
The Pfizer vaccine is already approved for people 16 and older, but the company wants to expand the protection their vaccine offers to people of all ages.
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Diabetes (1)
What It Really Means If You Have Prediabetes
Prediabetes is a health condition in which your blood sugar is higher than normal. What's it mean if you have this common condition?
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Dietary Essentials (32)
Do Wellness Shots Really Work?
Wellness shots promise to do everything from improving digestion to boosting your immune system. But do they really work as well as they say?
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Are Elderberry Gummies Good For You?
You've probably seen elderberry gummies in the vitamin aisle at your local grocery store. But are they really good for you? Let's break it down.
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Is Chipotle Healthy?
Is Chipotle actually healthy? Here's a look at what the experts say, and what you should consider ordering the next time you stop in your local chain.
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Whatever Happened To The South Beach Diet?
The South Beach Diet was extremely popular in the 2000s and 2010s. However, not many people talk about this eating plan anymore. Let's look into this diet.
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Is Starbucks' Oatmeal Good For You?
Starbucks somehow always seems to keep us coming back for more. Of all the breakfast items they offer on their menu, is their oatmeal the healthiest option?
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Ingredients You Don't Want To See In Your Salad Dressing
While some dressings are fine, others are loaded with sugar and fat. Here are some ingredients to avoid when selecting your next salad dressing.
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What You Should Know About The Chemical Diet
Crash diets do more harm than good, ruining your metabolic rate and leading to weight gain. By the numbers, a crash diet is exactly what the Chemical Diet is.
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Why You Should Avoid The Sleeping Beauty Diet
The Sleeping Beauty diet may sound like a fairytale, but there is no "happily ever after" that follows this dangerous weight loss plan.
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How Unhealthy Is Coffee Creamer?
Most brands of coffee creamer are made with added sugar and hydrogenated oil, but there are healthier off-the-shelf and do-it-yourself options.
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The Real Difference Between Flaxseed And Chia Seeds
Is there a superior option health-wise, and what exactly are these two different seeds?
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Avocados Or Apples: Which Has More Calories?
Avocados and apples are both fruits that contain many health benefits. So which has more calories? Let's break down the nutritional information of each one.
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Whatever Happened To The Special K Diet?
Do you remember way back in the early 2000's when the Special K diet took over and united dieters into thinking cereal was the magic cure to losing weight?
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The Real Health Benefits Of Shrimp
Shrimp is a popular and versatile shellfish that is eaten around the world. Not only is it tasty, but shrimp offers many health benefits as well.
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The Real Health Benefits Of Dates
When reaching for a sweet and fruity treat, many people don't give dates a second thought. Turns out, dates can have a pretty big impact on our health.
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Fruits Vs. Vegetables: What's The Difference For Your Health?
Fruits and vegetables are important to eat on a regular basis. But if you tend to eat more of one than the other, will it make a difference for your health?
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Pink Himalayan Salt Vs. Sea Salt: Which One Is Better For You?
When it comes to salt, the options can be overwhelming. Is Pink Himalayan salt the best option? What about sea salt? How are these different from table salt?
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This Is What Jennifer Aniston Does At The Gym
The Emmy Award-winning actress and producer, has not only been keeping busy with her TV and film career, she's also been busy keeping fit. Really fit.
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Surprising Health Benefits Of Sardines
Sardines are a small fish from the herring family. If you're not a fan, you might want to give them another chance. Here are the health benefits of sardines.
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The Real Health Benefits Of Microgreens
Microgreens are both colorful and delicious, but what makes them an even greater addition to a meal is the variety of health benefits they bring to the table.
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What Are Preservatives And Are They Bad For You?
Preservatives are food additives that are designed to keep food fresh. While food preservatives can be helpful, they may not always be good for our health.
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What Are Keto Strips And Do They Really Work?
Being in ketosis has some distinctive side effects. But if the "keto breath" and digestive issues don't clue you in, you can always try keto strips.
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What Is Pea Milk And Is It Really Good For You?
In an effort to decrease dairy consumption, many people opt for cow's milk substitutes, including pea milk. So, what is it and what are the health benefits?
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Why Sourdough Bread Is Healthier Than You Think
Sourdough bread has grown in popularity over recent years and for good reason. As it turns out, sourdough bread is quite healthy compared to other breads.
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Low-Fat Salad Dressing Isn't As Healthy As You Think
While they are sold as healthy alternatives, some of these foods and condiments, like low-fat salad dressings, are not as healthy as you might think.
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The Truth About The Shibboleth Diet
The Shibboleth diet is a wellness and weight-loss program that provides its followers with a blend of resources, support, and faith to propel results.
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What It Really Means When You Crave Peanut Butter
While food cravings are harmless and fairly common, if you're craving peanut butter, it might be a sign of stress or an underlying nutritional deficiency.
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Is A Grain-Free Diet Actually Healthy?
A grain-free diet is similar to a gluten-free diet but has some key differences. Here's what you should know about this eating plan.
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What Are Sugar Alcohols And Are They Bad For You?
Naturally found in certain fruits and vegetables, sugar alcohols help satisfy our sweet tooth by sweetening treats such as candy or gum. But are they healthy?
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Mistakes That Are Making Your Salads Unhealthy
It's easier than you think to make your salad a calorie bomb. Watch out for these common mistakes to avoid when putting together a bowl of greens.
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The Truth About WW's Blue Plan
Weight Watchers' new plans mean that people can play to their strengths with some support. For fans of the old Freestyle system, the Blue Plan is the way to go.
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Why Beef Jerky Isn't As Healthy As You Might Think
Beef jerky is a tasty snack and a great source of protein, but some of the other ingredients in beef jerky may be having a negative effect on our health.
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Arugula Vs Spinach: Which One Should You Choose?
Arugula and spinach both contain numerous health benefits and can easily be incorporated into your diet. So which one is better? It depends on a few things.
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Fitness (3)
Swim Strokes That Are Great For Weight Loss
If your running routine is beginning to feel uninspired, consider trading those sprints for swim strokes. If you're looking to burn calories, try these moves.
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The Best Weightlifting Exercises For Weight Loss
Combining weightlifting with your cardio work is one of the best ways to lose weight via your workouts.
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The Real Reason Exercise Can Make Your Veins Bulge
Exercise causes blood to be forced into compartments around the muscle in use, which swells and hardens, moving veins towards the skin's surface.
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Food (17)
If You Eat Watermelon Seeds, This Is What Happens
Watermelon seeds are a great source of vitamins and minerals, and can promote cardiovascular health and weight loss.
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A Surprising Side Effect Of Only Eating Whole Grains
They do contain key vitamins and minerals that are essential for your body to function, but you may be missing out on some important nutrients.
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Why You Should Start Eating More Rye Bread
If you're a fan of bread, you're in good company. According to the New Hampshire Union Leader, Americans consume roughly 53 pounds of bread per year.
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What's Really In Plant-Based Meat?
You've probably heard that plant-based meat is a healthy alternative to red meat. With so many meat substitutes, have you ever wondered what's actually in them?
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The Best Foods To Eat Before You Swim
While you don't really need to wait for 30 minutes after eating before you swim, there are some foods that can improve your experience in the water.
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Foods To Avoid If You Are Prediabetic
There are two main groups that prediabetics will want to cut down on: unhealthy fats and simple carbohydrates.
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Foods You Shouldn't Be Eating If You Have Braces
Getting braces comes with many life changes, and one of those is your diet. Keep your braces and your teeth healthy by avoiding the following foods.
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What Really Happens When You Eat Salmon Every Day
Though eating salmon regularly can benefit your health, should you really eat it every day? Join us as we dive in and fish out the information you need to know.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Cheese Every Day
Here's a look at some of the biggest ways eating cheese every day affects your body - the good, the bad, and the ugly.
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What You Should Eat When You've Had Too Much Sodium
Some people report side effects like bloating, dehydrating, fatigue, and headaches after a particularly high sodium meal.
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Surprising Health Benefits Of Eating Edamame
Edamame is a young soybean that is often served roasted and salted and popular in Asian cuisine. Here are some health benefits of this food.
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How Eating Eggs Really Affects Your Cholesterol
Eggs have been considered a no-go for people worried about their cholesterol levels. How do eggs really affect our cholesterol and how many should we eat daily?
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This Is What Happens When You Eat Dark Chocolate Every Day
If you're a chocoholic who needs to satisfy your sweet tooth each and every day, there's a way for you to use those dark chocolate cravings to your advantage.
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Surprising Side Effects Of Eating Too Much Fruit
Fruit is an important part of a healthy diet. While it's difficult to overeat fruit, there are some side effects you should be aware of before you indulge.
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These Are The Healthiest Kinds Of Cheese You Can Eat
Experts say there are healthy options out there that allow you to enjoy the cheesy goodness.
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What Really Happens When A Fly Lands In Your Food
The next time you're at a barbecue and a fly lands on your plate, you may want to think twice about continuing your meal and opt for a new serving instead.
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The Downsides Of Eating Pork
Pork is the most consumed meat across the globe. However, there are some concerning health effects related to eating pork that you should be aware of.
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The Real Reason You Get Headaches When The Weather Changes
For some people, seasonal changes — or major shifts in weather — also come with headaches. In some these become full-blown migraines. What causes this?
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What It Really Means When You Get Headaches Every Day
It's common for people to get headaches every once in a while. However, headaches that occur daily are not normal and may be caused by a variety of issues.
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What A Headache On One Side Of Your Body Really Means
Migraines are one of the most common types of headaches that cause pain on just one side of the head. Others include cluster headaches.
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Health (189)
This Is How To Tell If You've Been Bitten By A Tick
Look for them: Ticks are most often found on soft parts of the body where they can hide. A bullseye-shape rash is a sign you're already been bitten.
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What's The Real Difference Between Refined Vs Unrefined Coconut Oil?
The differences are in their extraction. Unrefined coconut oil is used for many health and beauty treatments, while refined coconut oil is great for cooking.
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Don't Use Mouthwash If You're Taking These Antibiotics
Mouthwashes — and even some cold medications — contain alcohol, and the interaction of alcohol and some antibiotics is particularly strong.
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The Surprising Way Beer Affects Your Teeth
Beer gets rid of biofilm — that slimy coating around your teeth that one becomes especially aware of when they realize they've skipped a teeth brushing
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What Is EFT Tapping And How Does It Work?
EFT tapping combines acupressure and psychology to reduce emotional pain and balance energy in the body. It is used to treat anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
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If You Get Itchy After Taking A Shower, This Might Be Why
Showering is a normal routine, but sometimes showering can lead to itchy skin. Here's why you might be getting itchy after you rinse off.
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Manual Vs Electric Toothbrush: Which One Should You Choose?
Both manual and electric toothbrushes can be effective at removing plaque, but there are other reasons to choose one over the other.
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Drinking Naked Juice
Naked may come with some hidden concerns. "Despite having no added sugars, Naked juice beverages are still high in sugar."
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How Vitamin D Can Affect Your Allergies
A 2016 study announced that vitamin D has an "important role" in the treatment of asthma, food allergies, and skin reactions, particularly in children.
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Is It Safe To Take Acetaminophen For Back Pain?
While it's long been a popular over-the-counter drug for adults, studies show it may not be an effective means to treat health conditions such as back pain.
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What It Means When You Experience Unexpected Weight Loss
While it's natural for your weight to go up and down over your lifetime, if you experience a sudden and unexplained loss in weight, is it cause for concern?
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The Hidden Dangers Of Getting A Bikini Wax
With summer upon us, you're probably rushing to break out your bathing suit. Before hitting the salon for a Brazilian wax, find out how doing so could be risky.
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What It Really Means When You Can't Stop Sneezing
The occasional sneeze is normal. But sneezing frequently is annoying and may point to an underlying health issue.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Get Electrocuted
While rare, electric shocks can be life-threatening and result in a host of side effects. How should you provide first aid to someone who has been electrocuted?
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Surprising Side Effects Of Accutane
Patients using Accutane may experience dry eyes, chapped lips, thinning hair, mood changes and an extra sensitivity to the sun while taking the drug.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Donate Bone Marrow
Bone marrow donation can be done in a hospital or a special outpatient office, and often is an outpatient procedure with minimal side effects.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Use Tanning Lotion
Sunless tanning lotions can give skin a tan appearance without having to be in the sun. So what happens to our bodies when we slather ourselves in the stuff?
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The Real Reason Some People Are Allergic To Exercise
For the small group of people who develop exercise-induced anaphylaxis (EIA), exercise confuses the body and triggers an immune response and related symptoms.
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Can You Lose Fat On Your Fingers?
Are your fingers looking a little thicker than usual? Before you hide your hands in your pockets permanently, let's look into why this happens.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Get A CT Scan
Doctors may order a CT scan in order to examine internal injuries, tumors, infections, or cancers. So what is a CT scan and what happens when you get one?
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What Drinking Wheatgrass Juice Does For Your Body
If you're big into superfoods, you may have heard about wheatgrass. Wheatgrass has a strong flavor and is usually added to smoothies or juices. So what is it?
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Is It Safe To Drink Wine When You're Pregnant?
Wine is often seen as a go-to for relieving stress after a tough day. While occasionally drinking wine might boost your health, is it okay to do while pregnant?
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Is It Safe To Pierce Your Baby's Ears?
Choosing whether or not to pierce your child's ears is a personal decision. If you do so, just be sure your piercer is taking the necessary safety precautions.
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The First Thing You Should Do When You Get A Wasp Sting
Wasp stings can be painful. While most reactions are mild, it's important to tend to the affected area after being stung. So what's the first thing you do?
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Never Use Body Lotion On Your Face. Here's Why
Although they seem similar, body lotion and face moisturizer are not one and the same. In fact, in most cases, you should never use body lotion on your face.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Get A Wasp Sting
Most of us have experienced the pain of a wasp sting. While other insect bites often cause discomfort, wasp stings can be particularly painful and irritating.
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Surprising Things Your Pee Can Reveal About Your Health
As odd as it sounds, your pee can tell you a lot about your health. Read on to learn which of these toilet bowl tells are innocuous, and which spell trouble.
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What's The Difference Between Mineral And Chemical Sunscreen?
Four ingredients in chemical sunscreen were absorbed by the body at levels higher than the FDA safety threshold, so consider a mineral sunscreen.
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Signs Your Cut Is Infected
Everyone gets a cut from time to time. They're usually harmless and heal on their own. But when harmful germs make their way into a cut, it can become infected.
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The First Thing You Should Do After Getting A Tick Bite
Ticks can transmit different diseases to humans and animals, so it's important to remove them quickly with tweezers and see your doctor.
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Is It Possible For Your Eyes To Change Color?
Eye color can change in the first year of life, but after that, reasons can range from environment to serious illness. Anything dramatic should be checked out.
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Home Remedies That Actually Work
Chicken soup is a true home remedy that can offer real help with a health issue, but it certainly isn't the only one you may want to consider for what ails you.
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The Real Reason Beans Give You Gas
Beans are healthy and nutritious, but they also bring the troubling side effect of gas to the table. What is it about beans that causes them to give us gas?
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Is It Safe To Drink Wine When You're Breastfeeding?
Cheers! Your baby is here, and she's healthy. That's a reason to celebrate with a glass of wine, right? But if you're breastfeeding, is it safe to imbibe?
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When You Wear Your Hair In A Ponytail Everyday, This Is What Happens
Whether for comfort or for style, ponytails are a staple hairstyle for many. However, this easy and popular hairdo could actually be dangerous for your hair.
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What Your Waist Size Can Reveal About Your Health
Measuring your waist circumference will help you find out if you are carrying extra visceral fat, which is associated with health risks.
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What It Really Means To Have 20/20 Vision
People with perfect vision are actually in the minority, but fortunately, there are several ways to correct distance vision.
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How Coffee Affects Your Gut Health
People who drink coffee have more healthy gut bacteria. This has wide-ranging positive consequences for health.
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The Real Reason Menopause Can Make You Gain Weight
Menopause causes changes in the female body, including weight gain due to fluctuating hormones and a slower metabolism.
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The Real Reason People Sneeze More Than Once
If you sneeze in threes, you're not alone. According to the experts, this is why the phenomenon happens.
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What Is The Average Age For Menopause To Start?
When can you expect to go through menopause? Here's a simple way to tell.
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Read This Before Drinking Smooth Move Tea
Smooth Move is a laxative tea that's generally considered safe, but can cause side effects that defeat the purpose of drinking the tea in the first place.
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Do You Really Shrink When You Get Older?
When the space between our vertebrae shrinks, we lose height. Men lose about an inch of height between the ages of 30 and 70, and women lose up to two inches.
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This Is How Often You Should Be Washing Your Towels
If left unwashed for too long, bath and face towels can actually become a breeding ground for bacteria.
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Do Cough Drops Really Work?
Cough drops are presented as a way to soothe a sore throat or calm a coughing fit. But do they actually do what they're supposed to do?
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Why You Should Think Twice About Wearing Colored Contact Lenses
Colored contact lenses seem like the perfect way to dramatically change your look for a relatively low cost.
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The Best Way To Treat Chafing
Chafing happens to the best of us. But you don't have to let it ruin your day with the pain and discomfort it causes if you know how to treat it.
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How To Tell If You Need To Get Stitches
Wide and/or deep lacerations are one reason you could need stitches. Wounds caused by an animal bite, rusty metal or glass shards are another.
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Can You Be Allergic To The Sun?
You can be allergic to many things, but what about the sun? Here's the truth.
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How Lack Of Sleep Can Do Damage To Your Sex Life
We are well aware that getting enough sleep is key to a healthy life. We just didn't realize how getting enough sleep was so important for a healthy sex life.
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The Health Scare You Didn't Know Amy Schumer Had
Amy Schumer's previous health scare in her past involved a surfing accident in her youth. In recent years, there is another health scare she has overcome.
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How Long It Really Takes To Digest Food
Digestion is the process of breaking down food into nutrients, which your body can use for energy. With multiple steps involved, exactly how long does it take?
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Putting Your Feet On The Dashboard
Sitting with your feet up on the dashboard may seem like a comfortable position to travel in, but doing so can be dangerous in the event of a car crash.
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Why The Paint In Your House Could Be Making You Sick
Our homes are a safe space from the outside world. What it should not do, is make you sick. But there's more than one way a home-inspired illness can happen.
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How To Fix The Hump On The Back Of Your Neck
Developing a bump at the base of your neck? It may become permanent if you're not careful. Find out what it is and how to reduce or eliminate your kyphosis.
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How Much Medicine Can You Have In Your Carry-On, According To The TSA
You don't have to worry about packing too many of your medications, as long as they are not a liquid. (There are different rules for those).
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The Real Difference Between Menopause And Perimenopause
Perimenopause precedes menopause, but shares some symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats, difficulty sleeping, vaginal dryness, and mood changes.
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What Cupping Really Does To Your Body
Cupping is used to reduce pain and boost healing through increased blood flow and circulation, and can have positive results for a number of health problems.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Too Many Chips
Eating too much of anything is usually not a good idea. And this goes for chips as well, especially if your taste buds are partial to salty potato chips.
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What Really Happens To Your Body When You Do Cryotherapy
While many people report immediate benefits from cryotherapy, the science isn't settled on whether or not the treatment works well for everyone who uses it.
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When You Drink Too Much Tea, This Is What Happens
The right tea can soothe a troubled stomach or ease a sore throat. But there is too much of a good thing, even with tea.
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What Drinking Ginger Tea Does For Your Body
If you enjoy a cup of ginger tea for its slightly spicy flavor, you're not alone.
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What Really Happens When You Take NyQuil Every Night
Reaching for the NyQuil bottle can be tempting, but experts say it shouldn't be a long-term solution for insomnia.
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The Relatable Reason Behind Celebrity Social Media Breaks
Social media and celebrity status aren't always a happy match. A social media break can have real costs for them — but are the benefits are worth the risk?
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The Best Way To Get Rid Of Back Fat
Back fat is incredibly stubborn. It's also one of the last things work on because people tend to focus on what they can see. Is it possible to lose back fat?
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What Is Lucid Dreaming And Is It Safe?
Once you're asleep, you're at the mercy of your dreams — and their effects on your sleep — until morning. That is, unless you're familiar with lucid dreaming.
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Inside Megan Thee Stallion's Kettlebell Exercise
Megan Thee Stallion is a queen in the music industry. She works just as hard out of the studio — but her Hottie Boot Camp might be her most challenging project.
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Is Hard Kombucha Still Healthy?
Kombucha s still an alcoholic beverage and ultimately should not be treated as a health drink like regular kombucha.
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How Alex Rodriguez Gets In Such Great Shape
Rodriguez is known for taking on healthy habits that don't cost a lot, including embracing greens and avoiding carbs.
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Biotin Vs. Collagen: What's The Difference?
Biotin and collagen are nutrients used to promote healthy hair, skin, and fingernails. Biotin is a B vitamin and collagen is a type of protein.
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What It Really Means When An Athlete Gets The 'Yips'
Yips are muscle spasms, freezing, twitches, or tremors caused by a neurological issue known as focal dystonia.
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Does Peeing On A Jellyfish Sting Actually Work?
We've all heard that the first thing to do when you get stung by a jellyfish is to pee on it. But is this actually true? Here's what you should know.
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Why The Carpet In Your House Might Be Making You Sick
If you have been feeling under the weather lately and aren't sure why, your carpet may be to blame. Here's why.
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Can Men Get Yeast Infections?
It's common knowledge women often have to deal with the itch and annoyance of yeast infections, but what about men? Do they get them too?
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What Is An Oblique Muscle?
You may have tried to work your obliques before with specific core exercises, but what exactly are the obliques? What do they do?
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The Real Reasons You Have Frequent Urination
It's not uncommon for people to urinate between four to ten times on any given day, but how much is too much and when should we consider seeing a doctor?
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Artificial Sweeteners Vs Sugar: Which One Is Worse For You?
Besides sugar, there are countless artificial sweeteners. But with both having a not-so-sweet reputation, which one is actually better for your health?
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Tai Chi Vs Yoga: Which One Should You Choose?
Both yoga and tai chi are ancient practices that can improve your physical health, but what ultimately is the difference between the two?
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How Anesthesia Really Affects Your Body
Anesthesia quiets the thinking part of the brain, the cerebral cortex, and areas of the brain stem associated with awareness. It also affects blood pressure.
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Concern Trolling Is Worse Than You Think
A concern troll is someone who comments on another person's content and claims to support them. But the troll's comments reveal their true intentions.
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What Is Hair Training And Does It Really Work?
Hair training is the act of training your hair to be less greasy by washing it less frequently, because shampooing can actually increase the production of oil.
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Here's Why You Should Think Twice About Exercising With Headphones On
Listening to your favorite workout music can help keep you motivated, but there are several reasons you should drop this habit.
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How Dairy Affects Your Gut Health
Dairy can help boost your digestive system, but it can also negatively affect your gut microbiome. That's because most people are unable to digest dairy.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Rice Every Day
Rice is a staple ingredient used in many meals. So much so, we may not realize just how often we find ourselves eating it. What does eating rice do to the body?
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The Real Reason Some People Need Their Tonsils Removed
Our tonsils help fight off germs that enter through the nose and mouth. Some people never think twice about their tonsils, so why do others need them removed?
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What It Really Means When You Have Astigmatism
If you have astigmatism, your eye is an irregular shape, often football- or cone-shaped. Because of this, you may experience different vision problems.
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What Using Nasal Spray Every Day Does To Your Body
Nasal sprays are popular treatments for stuffy noses, especially during allergy season. But is getting into the habit of using a nasal spray every day safe?
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The Real Health Benefits Of Active Stretching Explained
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Here's what you should do when you get motion sickness, an uncomfortable sensation that happens to many people when traveling by car, boat, train, or airplane.
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When deciding which soaps to purchase, you've likely come up against a familiar decision: Should you buy the antibacterial soap or the regular soap?
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This healthy chicken salad recipe is brimming with flavor, texture, and nutrients. The addition of avocado makes it extra delicious.
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