Health & Wellness
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Is MSG Actually Bad for You? Here’s Why the Flavor Enhancer Has a Bad Rap
For decades, MSG has been embroiled in a whirlwind of misinformation and cultural stereotypes. But studies show that the umami seasoning not only helps food taste better, it’s also safe for consumption. We took an in-depth look to debunk all the…
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Dining Dangerously: 10 Foods You Should Never Eat, According to Nutritionists and Health Experts
The American diet is deadly. Around half of all U.S. heart disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes deaths are connected to poor eating habits, according to one study in the Journal of the American Medical Association. While this is a…
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Exercises That Might Be Doing More Harm Than Good
Simply getting motivating to work out can feel like an achievement — yet all of that dedication and hard work can be derailed if you’re not exercising correctly. Without learning proper form for even simple exercises, you run the risk of…
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Secrets of People Who Lived Past 100
Living to 100 or more may be a matter of genes or luck, but those who’ve achieved the milestone have their own secrets to a long life.
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12 Dangerous Food Hacks You Should Never Try at Home
The internet is full of inventive cooking ideas. From innovative products to hacks that save you time in the kitchen, you can learn tons of handy tips. But don’t take everything you see on the internet at face value. These…
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Grapes, Avocados, and 13 Other Things You Should Never Feed Your Dog
While it might be tempting to share everything with your dogs — including your leftovers — there are certain indulgences that should never be extended to our canine friends. Most pet owners know, for instance, that human medicine and chocolate…
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The Ultimate ‘Go Bag’ Checklist: 9 Essentials To Always Pack for an Emergency
In an ever-changing world, natural disasters and emergencies can strike without warning — leaving those who are unprepared at a disadvantage. Preparedness isn’t just about ensuring the safety of yourself…
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20 Ways a Relationship Can Hurt Your Mental Health
The people with whom we spend the most time often end up exerting a powerful influence over our perceptions. This can sometimes be a good thing, but it’s no wonder…
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SnackChat: Best Salty and Savory Snacks, According to Redditors
In the age of working from home, snacking has to be at an all-time high. Some even say that it’s replaced the idea of normal meals. No surprise there. Snacking…
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The Healthiest Taco Bell Items, According to Redditors
Known for its cheese-encased burritos, greasy chalupas, and dye-filled freezes, Taco Bell isn’t exactly healthy (duh). That said, a bean burrito is a whole lot better than some of the…
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12 Expert Tips for Reducing Stress at School for Kids
Back to school means stress for students, educators, and caregivers. And these days worries such as shootings and bullying add additional stress to longstanding concerns such as homework and whom…
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Finding the Sweet Spot: I Banned Sugar From My Diet for a Week and Here’s What Happened
I don’t think of myself as having a sweet tooth. Sure, I enjoy some ice cream every now and again, but do I have an issue with sugar? No way.…
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25 ‘Superfoods’ That Aren’t as Super as You Think
When you hear about the nutritional benefits of so-called “superfoods,” it can be tempting to load up your diet with these trendy ingredients. But there is no standard or definition…
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Seafood Savings: 6 Ways To Add Fish to Your Diet Without Busting Your Budget
Seafood is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, protein, and important minerals like selenium. But it’s also expensive, especially when you compare it to low-cost meats like chicken thighs…
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‘My Holy Grail’: 9 Trader Joe’s Skin Care Products That Actually Work, According to Superfans
When Trader Joe’s debuted its viral daily facial sunscreen last summer, consumers realized that the grocery store is a destination for cheap, high-quality skin care products. The viral sunscreen, which…
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These 5 Trader Joe’s Products Seem Vegetarian or Vegan But Actually Contain Animal Products
Now that plant-based diets are mainstream, you’d think that shopping for vegetarian and vegan groceries would be easy. But some products that seem like they don’t have animal products —…
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Best Tasting Protein Bars: We Taste-Tested 10 Top Brands
Whether you’re looking for a quick, muscle-building protein source following a tough gym workout or you’ve skipped lunch and need to calm a grumbling stomach and low blood sugar, a…
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Cage-Free vs. Free-Range Eggs: Are Specialty Eggs Worth the Extra Cash?
When egg prices reached record highs at the beginning of the year, the country’s largest egg producer, Cal-Maine Foods, saw a jump in specialty egg sales. Conventional eggs had become…
