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Best Types of Exercise for Hip Arthritis

Swimming, cycling and walking can help keep your hips strong and mobile

Why ‘Retail Therapy’ Makes You Feel Happier

An occasional shopping spree can boost your mood by distracting you from stressors and pumping your brain full of ‘happy hormones’

Foods To Eat and Avoid When You Have Advanced Gastric Cancer

Opt for soft foods or liquids that are rich in protein, calories and vitamins

Can You Take Prenatal Vitamins Without Being Pregnant?

The pros and cons of taking prenatal vitamins when you’re not pregnant depend on your age, ethnicity and health

Winter Safety

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10 Colds Not To Catch This Winter

The flu, RSV, COVID-19, pneumonia and more typically circulate during cold weather months

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10 Cold Weather Tips for Managing Raynaud’s During Winter

Use foot warmers and hand warmers, layer your clothing and avoid sharp shifts in temperature

Nutrition and Healthy Eating

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Recipe: Veggie Stir-Fry in Sweet Ginger Sauce

Vegan recipe with tofu and soba noodles

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Does Red Meat Cause Cancer?

Eating red and processed meats can raise your risk of developing certain types of cancer

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How Lactose Fits Into (and Complicates) Your Diet

Lactose is difficult to breakdown and digest because of its complexity

Common Concerns

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How To Pursue an Autism Diagnosis as an Adult

Find a psychiatrist or psychologist in your area who works with autistic adults — or reach out to a pediatric specialist if you can’t find one

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5 Reasons Why You Can’t Grow a Beard

Your genes, ethnicity, diet and stress levels may all affect your facial hair

Child imagining being afraid of getting a shot, and then being afraid while actually getting a shot by a healthcare provider
What’s the Nocebo Effect? Examples and Effects on Your Health

The nocebo effect is a phenomenon where expectations of negative outcomes may influence the results

Taking Care of Family

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Newborn Coming Into Your Life? Here’s What Vaccines You Should Get

Baby’s caregivers should be up-to-date on flu, COVID-19 and Tdap vaccines to protect the newborn in their lives

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What’s a Dad Bod? And Is It Healthy?

Weight gain is natural as we age — but it can be cause for concern

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Babywearing: What Is It and What Are the Benefits?

When done safely, carrying your baby in a sling or other device can free your hands and soothe your little one

Recent Articles

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December 10, 2024/Recipes
Recipe: Lighter Creamy Broccoli Soup

Low in calories, high in flavor

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December 9, 2024/Cancer Care & Prevention
Where and How Stomach Cancer Spreads

Stomach cancer tends to spread to the lymphatic system and liver before moving to other areas

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December 9, 2024/Weight Loss
What Is Food Noise? And How To Quiet It

Constantly thinking about food can make it hard to maintain a healthy weight and can lead to other health issues

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December 9, 2024/Mental Health
How Light Therapy Can Help With Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Sitting near a light box for about half an hour a day can help treat this form of fall/winter depression

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December 6, 2024/Cancer Care & Prevention
What To Expect With Infusion Treatments for Gastric Cancer

Delivered through an IV, options can include chemotherapy, immunotherapy or targeted therapy, or a combination

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December 6, 2024/Digestive
Can You Live Without a Gallbladder?

You may have some digestive issues after a cholecystectomy, but they’re usually temporary

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December 6, 2024/Pregnancy & Childbirth
Is an Epidural Right for You? Weighing the Pros and Cons

Epidurals can help with the discomforts of labor and delivery — but whether you want one is entirely your choice

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December 6, 2024/Exercise & Fitness
Understanding Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT Exercise)

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis is all the activity we do that’s not technically exercise but is still important to your health and well-being

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