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Health
Catering to readers seeking insights on adopting healthier habits for their physical and mental well-being, this section offers practical advice on exercise, fitness, heart health, nutrition, and other facets of personal wellness. From tips on movement and diet to in-depth discussions about cardiovascular health and the mind-body connection, the goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on taking an informed, holistic approach to one's health.
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Brown Rice vs. White Rice
For about 3.5 billion people in 20 countries, rice is the main part of their diet. There are thousands of varieties of rice around the...
Is Gatorade Good for You? What You Should Know
Gatorade is a brand name for a sports drink that was created to help football players at the University of Florida (the Florida Gators) rehydrate...
Hyperpigmentation: What Is It and What Can You Do About It?
In discussions about skin and skin care, you may have come across the term hyperpigmentation and understood that it’s some kind of skin discoloration with...
Intermittent Fasting Schedules: What You Should Know
With all the reports about the effectiveness of an intermittent fasting schedule for weight loss along with other benefits, you may be surprised to learn...
How Often Should You Shower?
About two-thirds of American adults take a shower every day. Australians shower a bit more often, and Asians shower a bit less. There is no...
How to Break a Fever
Getting a fever can be both unpleasant and scary. Here’s what to know about how to break a fever fast…and why that might not be...
Hemorrhoids Treatment and Prevention
Hemorrhoids are uncomfortable to experience…and to discuss. Yet half the population will eventually endure them. Also called piles, hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower...
What Is the Placebo Effect?
Several years ago, University of Pittsburgh researchers gathered 237 adults and served them cocktails. They poured a cold, clear liquid from a Smirnoff vodka bottle...
Which Cholesterol Drug Is Safest?
For people with high cholesterol, lifestyle modifications such as eating better, getting more exercise, losing weight and reducing stress can help curb cardiovascular risk…to some...
5 Benefits of Crying
Is crying good for you? It definitely can be. Think about it—the last time you had a good cry, didn’t you feel just a tiny...
How Many Calories Should I Eat to Lose Weight?
We all know that we gain weight when we eat too many calories, but you may be wondering, How many calories should I eat a...
