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June 13, 2019/Women's Health

8 Things to Know If You’re Considering Breast Reduction Surgery

For women with very large breasts, having a reduction can feel like — quite literally — having a weight lifted off of their chest.It can relieve them from years of back, shoulder and neck pain; difficulty …

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September 10, 2020/Nutrition

Can Cayenne Pepper Speed Up Your Metabolism?

Q: Is it true that cayenne pepper can rev up your metabolism and help you lose weight?Maybe! The main ingredient in cayenne pepper is capsaicin, which gives the spice its strong and hot flavor …

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October 6, 2023/Heart Health

What’s a Normal Heart Rate? And What Your Heart Rate Is Telling You

When it comes to understanding your health, there are a lot of numbers that matter. You monitor your weight. Check your blood sugar levels, cholesterol, platelets and more.And then, there’s another number that …

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October 25, 2021/Women's Health

BMI for Women: How It Works and What It Reveals About Your Health

… in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. The resulting number is supposed to show if your weight is within the underweight, healthy weight, overweight or obesity range.Doctors typically use BMI as a window …

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August 3, 2020/Nutrition

Confused by Nutrition Advice? Here Are 6 Tips To Help You Diet the Right Way

… fact eventually slow down your metabolism and increase your risk of chronic disease.Repeatedly gaining and losing weight — called weight cycling — is a common outcome of yo-yo dieting. Weight cycling may be linked to …

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January 14, 2025/Wellness

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

… shape, size or phase it’s in. For example, if you’re having body issues related to weight, feeling comfortable with your size even as you try to lose or gain weight can make an …

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October 22, 2022/Exercise & Fitness

When You Should Drink a Protein Shake

… Ideally, you want to consume your protein shake within an hour after exercise.When to drink for weight lossIf you’re looking to lose weight, you still want to drink your protein shake after your …

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July 5, 2022/Nutrition

Menopause Diet: What To Eat To Help Manage Symptoms

Menopause comes with a lot of ups and downs. As your estrogen levels decrease, things like your body temperature and weight may increase. So, how do you stay balanced on the rollercoaster that is menopause …

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April 4, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

If You’re Sore After a Workout, Should You Be Concerned?

Athletes, fitness buffs and novices alike all know the saying, “No pain, no gain.” To some extent, this saying is true.Weight-bearing and cardiovascular activities stress the body. As a result of that stress …

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January 7, 2021/Nutrition

Can These Foods Help Prevent Stroke?

Up to 80% of strokes can be prevented. What you eat each day can play a big role not just in weight control, but also in protecting you against stroke.“Food, as it relates to …

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