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What Meditation Can Do for You (and How To Get Started)

From breath meditation to yoga nidra, all types of meditation aim to help you feel calmer, more relaxed and present

15 Potassium-Rich Foods

Great sources of this essential mineral include potatoes, squash, lentils and avocados

How Should You Use Glycolic Acid?

Glycolic acid benefits skin tone, texture and pigmentation by exfoliating dead skin

What Are the 5 Love Languages?

Love languages are defined by the way you prefer to give and receive affection

When the Holidays Feel Heavy

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What Does Depression Feel Like?

More than just ‘deep sadness,’ this complex condition is often a whole-body experience

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Understanding Situational Depression

Major life events and trying times can trigger reactive depression symptoms, like prolonged sadness, irritability and hopelessness

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A Sun Lamp for SAD: Does It Work?

Light therapy can boost sleep and help fight depression

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How To Handle Holiday Depression

Connecting with others, giving back and stepping away from social media can all help you cope

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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

Is He Depressed or Just Crabby?
Is He Depressed or Just Crabby?

How men show (and deal with) depression differently than women

Care for Your Cough

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Dry vs. Wet Coughs: What They’re Telling You

Dry coughs mean irritation, while wet coughs mean mucus

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Cough Medicine and Kids: Safety and Alternatives To Stop the Cough

Kids under 4 shouldn’t use cough and cold medicine — older kids may or may not benefit

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Best Ways To Stop a Cough

Certain medicines and home remedies like ginger, honey and thyme can help calm a cough

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OTC Cough Medicines: What’s Your Best Choice?

Over-the-counter options range from syrups to pills, lozenges to menthol rubs — but medication isn’t always the best treatment

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Cough Etiquette: How NOT To Get Other People Sick

Germs spread quickly and easily, so covering your face, washing your hands and avoiding close contact are key

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When To See a Doctor for a Cough

A chronic cough is one that lasts for eight weeks or more — and means you should see a healthcare provider

Insight Into Aging

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Successful Aging: Tips for Keeping Your Body and Mind Sharp

Living longer is more than just growing older — it’s also about living life to its fullest

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What To Know About Alcohol and Aging

Your tolerance decreases with age, thanks to body changes, health conditions and medications you may take

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Do You Have Early Signs of Dementia?

If you’re frequently dealing with short-term memory loss, confusion or issues around spatial awareness, you may need to see a neurologist

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Back Pain, Your Spine and Father Time: 13 Ways To Treat Age-Related Back Pain

Rest, physical therapy, acupuncture and nerve blocks are just a few ways to find relief

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Why Older Adults Should Pay Attention to Fatigue

Many chronic conditions can cause fatigue — but don’t overlook mental health concerns, iron level and hormones

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How To Talk With Your Loved One About Their Memory Loss

Use a gentle, nonjudgmental tone, focus on prevention and reassure them that age-related memory issues can have a variety of causes

Cleaning With Care

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What Can I Do About Dry Hands From Overwashing?

Try turning the heat down on the water and opting for a moisturizing soap

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Why You Really Should Wash Your Hands After Using the Bathroom (Every Single Time!)

Technique matters — and research suggests most of us still aren’t doing it right

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Is the Hygiene Hypothesis True or False?

We don’t fully understand how cleanliness impacts immune system development, but we do know that preventing illness is important

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The Dirty Truth About Hand Dryers

Some dryers spread germs instead of removing them

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Attachment theory suggests that your earliest relationships shape connections throughout your life

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This color additive, found in many pre-packaged foods, may affect people with ADHD or allergies

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Adding extra formula, cereal or medications to your baby’s bottle is a dangerous and misguided practice

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Stretching and strengthening your hips can help improve flexibility and relieve pressure

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