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Are You Being Overprescribed Antibiotics?
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“The Fast Metabolism Diet”: Fad Crash Diet, or Long-term Lifestyle Change?
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7 Drinks Worse Than a Candy Bar. (You Won’t Believe How Much Added Sugar These Have!)
Although many of us frequently forget about the caloric content of the drinks we consume with otherwise healthy meals, what …
US Continues to Lead World In Obesity Rates
We talk about an “obesity epidemic” in the United States, but did you know that the US is the most …
Are You at Risk for Kidney Disease? Measure Your Hip to Waist Ratio
By now, it’s fairly common knowledge that fat carried in the abdominal region is more dangerous than fat carried in …
The Germiest Places In Your Kitchen
You probably do a pretty decent job of keeping your kitchen clean – you scrub down the counters, rinse out …
7 Salads Worse Than a Big Mac
Salads sound like they should be a healthy alternative to some of the calorie-, fat-, and salt-packed options you find …
7 Fitness Myths You Should Stop Believing
Myth #1: Crunches and Ab Exercises Help Bust Belly Fat Truth: While exercises that target the abdomen can help tone …
9 Superfoods You Can Find at Your Local Grocery Store
Want to eat well with superfoods? You don’t have to trek to a health food store to find these ingredients! …
The Scoop on Blueberries
Blueberries are a commonly talked about source of antioxidants, but do you know which antioxidants are packed into these berries? …
Is Pollution Increasing Your Cancer Risk?
Researchers continue to find that exposure to certain pollutants can cause cancer… and some areas in the United States are …
14 Ways To Binge Proof Your Home
If you’re struggling with overeating, consider the following fourteen tips for binge-proofing your home. #1 Buy Smaller Plates Studies have …
8 Drinks That Make Dieting Easier
Having trouble sticking to your diet? Consider accompanying your meals with these drinks to keep you on track. 1. Ginger …
Juicing Vs Blending: Which is Better?
If you want to eat more fruits and veggies, the solution may be to stop eating them and start drinking …
Research Suggests Childhood Cancer Linked to Highway Pollution
At the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research this past week, researchers presented data suggesting childhood health …
Good Morning News: 5 Health Benefits of Coffee
America’s love affair with coffee is no secret. Many cannot imagine beginning their day without the morning pick-me-up from the …
The Health Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
Do you know how much sleep you need? Recently, BBC News covered a story on an athlete who was killed …
What Skin Cancer Survivors Tell You about Sun Safety
As April rolls in, you’ll begin to see summer supplies fill store shelves in preparation for the warmer months. Tanning …
Why Beer Could Be Good for your Health
That beer belly of yours might not be associated with beer at all, according to a Czech Republic study cited …
The 10 Biggest Lies of Mainstream Nutrition
There’s a lot of information out there about what foods are healthy, what foods will cause cancer, when you should …
Replace Your Morning Coffee With This Healthy Drink!
How do you start your morning? According to Ayurvedic tradition, starting your day with a glass of warm water flavored …
Top 10 Questionable Fast Food Additives
When it comes to fast food, some of the health concerns are obvious. Deep-fried, high-fat, sugar-packed meals are, for the …
10 Unusual Ways to Live Longer
Want to live longer? Check out these ten unusual ways to extend your longevity. 1. Wait Longer to Retire While …
Vegan Diet – Flavor of the Month?
A few years ago most of us didn’t even know what a vegan was. But today, you probably know at least a …
5 Must Do Exercises For Your Butt
Whether it’s to get ready for swimsuit season or to make your favorite pair of jeans look that much better, …
How Many Meals Should You Eat Per Day?
Ah, the age-old question of healthy eating. Some say stick to three meals a day, with no snacking. Others say …
Should You Exercise on a Rainy Day?
Even the buffest of fitness buffs might be deterred from going for a run or bike ride in the rain. …
8 Health Benefits of Laughter
A good, hearty laugh is always fun and indicative of an experience you probably won’t forget any time soon, but …
Handy Guide To Vitamins A-K
Vitamins like minerals are nutrients that are required by your body in order to function properly. A vitamin deficiency occurs …