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Brighten Your Smile: How To Get Whiter Teeth

A variety of products can be effective at removing stains on teeth

What To Eat and Foods To Avoid While Breastfeeding

A well-balanced diet of whole grains, salmon, leafy greens and more can help maintain energy and increase milk supply

Postnasal Drip: Can It Really Make You Queasy?

Allergies, acid reflux and even pregnancy can increase drainage and upset your stomach

Ozempic for Weight Loss: Who Should Try It and Will It Work?

This diabetes medication can treat obesity, but it’s not for people who just want to drop a few pounds

Summertime Safety

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Bug Off! 9 Ways To Prevent Mosquito Bites

Keep pesky bugs at bay by covering your skin, avoiding perfumes and using insect repellant

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How To Stay Safe From Recreational Waterborne Diseases

You can reduce your risk by not swallowing water, and showering before and after swimming

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Summer Sniffles: Winter Isn’t the Only Time You Can Catch a Cold

Enteroviruses are often to blame for summer colds, leading to a runny nose, sore throat and digestive symptoms

Nutrition and Healthy Eating

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Stevia Is Sweet — But Is It Good for You?

Studies and the FDA say this herbaceous alternative is safe in moderation, so go ahead and sprinkle away!

Homemade mango pineapple popsickles
Recipe: DIY Fruit Popsicles

Go tropical with papaya, mango and pineapple!

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Eating for Energy: Foods That Fight Fatigue

What’s on your plate can either help power you through your day or put you in nap mode

Common Concerns

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Stretching Before or After Exercise: Which Is Better?

Stretch before and after your workouts for maximum benefits, but your pre-workout stretches should be different from your post-workout stretches

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Feel Like Something’s Stuck in Your Throat? This Could Be Why

From food impaction to acid reflux, when you feel like something is in your throat, it’s important to seek medical treatment

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Tips for Better Communication With a Person Who Has Hearing Loss

Reduce background noise, don’t talk too fast or too slow and above all, ask what’s most helpful to them

Taking Care of Family

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How To Deal With Toddler Tantrums: Tips From an Expert

Stay calm, don’t give in and try to refocus their attention

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Building Resiliency: 6 Ways To Boost Your Teen’s Confidence and Coping Skills

Integrating coping skills into your teen’s daily routine helps turn self-care into a lifelong healthy habit

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Baby-Led Weaning: What You Need To Know

Letting your baby feed themself foods the whole family enjoys has its benefits — but stick to softer foods and follow safe-eating guidelines

Recent Articles

Persian chopped salad
July 11, 2024/Recipes
Recipe: Persian Chopped Salad

Fresh mint makes this veggie-packed salad aromatic and delicious

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Self-Care Is Important When You’re Living With HER2-Negative Metastatic Breast Cancer

Taking care of yourself extends beyond symptom management and includes things like passion projects and meaningful moments

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July 10, 2024/Orthopaedics
How To Pick the Best Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis

Footwear that offers cushioning plus heel and arch support can help you relieve and manage symptoms

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July 9, 2024/Digestive
How To Follow a Gastroparesis Diet: What To Eat and What To Avoid

The best food choices for gastroparesis are low in fat and fiber

Person crying with heart-shaped hole in their chest
July 9, 2024/Mental Health
How To Overcome an Existential Crisis

Connecting with loved ones, keeping a gratitude journal and reframing the situation may help the dread dissipate

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July 9, 2024/Women's Health
Hot Flashes, Anxiety and Menopause: What’s the Connection?

You may be more prone to hot flashes if you have anxiety, but hot flashes can also rev up anxiety

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July 9, 2024/Recipes
Lavender Lemonade Recipe

Simple to make and so very refreshing

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HER2-Low Metastatic Breast Cancer: Finding Community

Support groups, financial assistance and survivorship programs are all readily available

Living With Chronic Conditions

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