Health & Wellness
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23 Affordable Ways Frugal People Lose Weight
The weight loss process can be a dreadful, notoriously expensive affair. But if done right and smart, you can get rid of those extra pounds without slimming your wallet. Here are 23 affordable ways frugal people lose weight. 1. Ditch…
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Do These 26 Things for Your Best Chance at a Longer Life
We all die eventually — that’s the brutal truth we learn from childhood. But instead of drowning in existential dread, we can focus on staying on this planet as long as possible. And who knows, if you follow these 26…
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17 Dangerous Mistakes People Make Around Fire and Fireworks
Summer is a time for outdoor fun like campfires, grilling, and fireworks. While most people have no problem pulling off these activities safely, fire has inherent risks that occasionally bring catastrophic results. Here are some of the most common mistakes…
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10 Health Lies You’ve Been Told Your Whole Life
A wise person once said, “Don’t believe everything you hear” — and that’s especially true when it comes to questionable health information you hear on the internet and social media. (Appropriately, that popular saying is likely a distortion of an…
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10 “Healthy” Foods That Are the Opposite of Nutritious
It’s getting trickier to eat healthy these days. One minute, nutritionists swear by soy; the next, they’re convinced it’ll kill you. (It’s like they’re running a food-themed soap opera.) Meanwhile, food companies and their slick marketing teams slap whatever buzzwords…
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Never Do These Things Before Going to Sleep
We all know the benefits of a good night’s sleep: improved memory, better mood, increased productivity, and even a stronger immune system. Yet, according to the CDC, nearly 70 million Americans struggle with insomnia and other sleep disorders. While chronic…
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Reel Talk: 12 Mistakes You’re Probably Making When Cooking Fish
Tired of eating dry and tasteless chicken? We are, too. But what if we told you that fish is the way to go? Before you shake your head in disagreement,…
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Mountain Dew, Orange Crush, and 9 Other Sodas You Should Avoid at All Costs
With their fizzy mouthfeel and refreshing taste, sodas can be extremely satisfying (and seemingly thirst-quenching). But the reality is that most of these beverages are laden with sugar and caffeine,…
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7 Foods You Should Be Eating for a Healthy Gut, According to a Nutritionist
These days, folks are becoming a lot more in-tune with how taking care of their gut can benefit their overall health. But beyond those probiotic sodas that are taking the…
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10 Low-Sodium Hacks to Make the No-Salt Life Bearable
Reducing one’s sodium (salt) intake can be highly beneficial for individuals with conditions such as high blood pressure, kidney disease, or liver problems in managing and reducing the risk of…
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The Biggest Exercise Mistakes You Can Make After Age 50
You might think you’re doing everything right to stay fit, but some “healthy” habits can be counterproductive. As you age, your body becomes more rigid and less flexible, and if…
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How Does a Pricier Weighted Hula Hoop Compare to My $10 Version?
I am admittedly a fan of the weighted hula hoop trend — though I’m not a fan of the $75+ price tag on the official Infinity Hoop version. The good news…
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8 Foods You Should Eat Every Single Day of Your Life
You’ve heard that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, right? Easier said than done. But while you might not be eating a minimum of 365 apples every year,…
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Sleep Experts Dish On the Best Products To Help You Sleep
Clocking a restful night’s sleep is essential for giving yourself a winning chance to seize the day. Thankfully, there are plenty of products that can help optimize your sleep schedule…
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10 Things You Should Never Add to Your Salad if You’re Eating Healthy
Salads are a great addition to your diet, especially if you’re trying to stick to a healthy New Year’s resolution. But a lot of the ingredients that make salad taste…
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Household Tasks That Burn Major Calories (and Some Too Dangerous To Do Yourself)
If you can’t make it to the gym and can’t get motivated to work out at home, simple household chores and yardwork can add exercise to your day — with…
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15 Weird Ways Your Body Is Telling You to See a Doctor
In the age of online symptom checkers and live chats with medical professionals, it’s all too easy to give into a sense of hypochondria. Aside from Googling, simply knowing some…
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The Biggest Diet and Exercise Fads of the Past Century
Americans have always had an insatiable appetite for diet and exercise programs. A few have staying power — for example, the Mediterranean Diet, which was recently named U.S. News &…
