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The Relationship Between Transthyretin Amyloidosis Cardiomyopathy and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome sometimes indicates a higher risk for this serious (but now treatable) heart condition

8 Ways To Calm Your Anxiety in the Moment

Deep breathing, positive mantras and tackling negative thoughts can help get you out of your head and cool down your anxiety

Why Do Some People Gain Weight After Starting a Workout Program?

Your body may temporarily add a few pounds as it adjusts to new demands and grows stronger

How To Do the Chair Method of Sleep Training for Babies

This technique can initially take a lot of time and patience, but it can also comfort your child as they learn to fall asleep on their own

Winter Wellness

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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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Should My Child Take Tamiflu?

Tamiflu can shorten your child’s illness and even help prevent the flu

Focus on Fitness

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Behind Barre: What It Is and How To Make It Work for You

This fine-tuned ballet-based exercise is great for strength training and flexibility

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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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How Vertical Climbers Can Take Your Workouts to New Heights

Climbing machines offer full-body results with cardio- and strength-training benefits

Nutrition and Healthy Eating

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Calcium: How Much You Need and Why

Getting enough of this essential mineral is important for your bones, teeth and so much more

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Recipe: Low-Cal Mexican Asparagus Dip

An inviting avocado-free guacamole swap

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What’s Erythritol? And Is It Bad for You?

Erythritol is found in a range of “diet,” “sugar-free” and “keto-friendly” foods — but research has linked it to heart attack and stroke

Common Concerns

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Here’s How To Love Your Body More As an Adult

Focusing on non-physical attributes, practicing body positivity or neutrality, and avoiding comparisons can help

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How To Know if Your Gums Are Healthy

Your gums may need a closer look by a dentist if they’re bleeding, feeling extra tender or becoming red

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Acetaminophen vs. Ibuprofen: What’s the Difference?

Though these painkillers work in different ways, they can both help reduce a fever and pain

Taking Care of Family

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Can the Glass Test Indicate Meningitis?

Pressing a glass on a rash provides some clues, but it’s not foolproof

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Mom Burnout: Are You Dealing With ‘Depleted Mother Syndrome’?

This burnout is characterized by physical and mental exhaustion and feelings like worry, guilt and overwhelm

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What To Do When Your Child Has the Flu

The flu can make kids seriously sick, so watch for signs of dehydration and breathing problems

Recent Articles

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January 23, 2025/Nutrition
Why Has Red Dye 3 Been Banned?

This synthetic food dye must be removed from all foods by 2027 and from all medications by 2028 for health concerns

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January 23, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty
Colloidal Oatmeal: What Is It and What Are Its Benefits?

These oats can help soothe dry skin and mild rashes and may help improve your skin’s microbiome

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January 23, 2025/Digestive
How Probiotics Support Healthy Weight Loss

There’s little evidence that probiotics cause weight loss, but having a healthy gut microbiome may set the stage for it

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January 23, 2025/Recipes
Recipe: Quinoa Tabbouleh (Gluten-Free)

Gluten-free quinoa stars in this tasty tabbouleh

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January 22, 2025/Children's Health
How To Avoid an ADHD Crash

A booster dose, healthy snack and some downtime may help ward off a medication rebound

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What’s the Difference Between Influenza A and Influenza B?

The two main strains of the flu have a lot in common, but type A causes more cases and more severe illness than type B

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January 22, 2025/Women's Health
Why You Do Not Ever Need to Douche

Instead of protecting you from infections, douching your vagina can do the very opposite

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January 22, 2025/Orthopaedics
Try These Exercises if You’ve Got Knee Arthritis

Arthritic knees can benefit from bridging, mini squats, balancing exercises and other stretches

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