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Have you ever wondered why some people are more sprightly at 85 than others at 55? Does it really all come down to lucky genes, or do they have a secret pass to the fountain of youth? While we have yet to discover an actual mystical spring of eternal vitality, research in anti-aging and longevity...
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30 May, 2023
For so long, we’ve been told that “light” and “moderate” drinking is perfectly safe—and that it might even lower our risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Well, guess what? In a shocking turn of events, recent research has upended everything we know about what's considered a safe level of alcohol consumption. The World...
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30 May, 2023
5 Ways to Reduce Stress in 5 Minutes or Less Managing stress is a lifestyle, not a quick fix. But we all have those moments when we need to calm down fast. When time is of the essence, we can calm our minds by first shifting our bodies into a state of relaxation. Research shows...
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18 May, 2023
Sometimes staying focused can feel like walking through mud with stilettos on; you spend all your effort to move forward but keep getting stuck. What can you do when you’re motivated to make progress, but your brain fails to cooperate? We often think of focus as a measure of our productivity. But more importantly, how...
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15 May, 2023
As human beings, we are social creatures. It’s no surprise that our happiness and well-being are deeply connected to the quality of our relationships. Now, research proves it. The Harvard Study of Adult Development is the longest-running study on happiness and well-being. Since the 1930s, researchers have tracked the lives of 724 men over a...
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09 May, 2023
Do you regularly get a rejuvenating night’s sleep? If you’re not waking up feeling rested each morning, you’re certainly not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over one-third of Americans don’t get the sleep they need on a regular basis. Lack of sleep is so prominent that it’s now considered a public health...
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08 May, 2023
We all know that eating a well-balanced diet full of fruits and veggies can seriously benefit mental and physical health. But did you know that consuming a wide variety of different fruits and veggies can actually maximize the health benefits plant foods contain? That’s right. Eat a wider diversity of healthy plant foods and you’ll...
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01 May, 2023
Thanks to diet culture, everything you put in your mouth can taste a lot like guilt. That slice of brownie could be the most tastebuds-pleasing, decadent, chocolatey goodness you’ve ever eaten … and, yet, instead of mmm-ing and ahhh-ing your way to pure bliss, you’re downright sweating inside: Oh god, what have I done? How...
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01 May, 2023
There are always a handful of new or trendy skincare ingredients that find their way into the spotlight each year. And while some appear deserving of their hype even without further research (e.g., vitamin C), others may make you do a double-take (e.g., bee venom, anyone?). So, to help you navigate the tricky waters of...
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01 May, 2023
If you’re a daily coffee drinker who loves the energizing buzz a cup of Joe offers, you’re certainly not alone. People love their coffee, so much so that an estimated 79% of Americans drink two or more cups of coffee daily. While coffee definitely has its benefits, it can cause some adverse effects for those...
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18 April, 2023
Toxic. Obesity-causing. A recipe for heart problems and a slew of auto-immune disorders. Are seed oils really all that? While typing “seed oils” into any search engine and scrolling through the results would likely have you screaming, crying, and rushing to evict those bottles of canola/sunflower/corn oil from your kitchen, recent research suggests seed oils’...
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11 April, 2023
It's found exclusively in your gastrointestinal tract but has far-reaching effects on nearly every aspect of your health and well-being…What is it? Yep. It’s the gut microbiome. Well, OK, we know the title is a dead giveaway—so if you’re looking for a challenge, try these questions: What health conditions have been linked with an “unhealthy”...
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04 April, 2023
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