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What to Know About Using a Humidifier for a Cough

A humidifier may be more helpful for an acute dry cough. Image Credit: Maridav/iStock/GettyImages You’ve heard people swear by the benefits of humidifiers when they feel sick, but do they actually help...

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Baby Carrots May Help Boost Immunity and Prevent Disease

Baby carrots are just regular carrots that have been peeled and cut into snackable two-inch pieces. Pamela Mcadams/iStock Just 3 servings of baby carrots added to your weekly snack rotation could...

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Is Your Medicine Setting You Up for Heat Stroke?

Image by freepik Extreme heat has been wracking many parts of the country. If you are taking certain medications, you could be susceptible to heat stroke. Recent headlines have warned about dangerous...

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How Internet Addiction May Affect Your Teen’s Brain, According To A New Study

Teens who spend lots of time on social media have complained of feeling like they can’t pay attention to more important things like homework or time with loved ones. A new study has possibly captured...

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Are Fresh or Frozen Vegetables More Nutritious?

Key Takeaways Frozen vegetables are often flash-frozen shortly after harvesting to preserve their peak nutritional quality. Frozen vegetables are minimally-processed, but this level of processing does...

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Emotional Exhaustion: When Your Feelings Feel Overwhelming

Turning on the news or opening a newspaper to see local and world events can bring out strong emotions and stressors. In addition to the social unrest happening around the world, you may face personal...

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How Stress Affects Your Body

Chronic stress can increase your risk of stroke, high blood pressure, and heart disease, as well as depression and anxiety. iStock If you’ve ever felt stressed out (and who hasn’t?), you already know...

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Locked Jaw: Causes and Tips to Relieve the Tension

Nes/Getty Images Jaw tightness may cause pain or discomfort that could affect your daily activities, such as eating and drinking. The intensity of the pain can vary and be described as aching,...

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Eating Prunes Every Day May Help Keep Your Bones Strong As You Age, According...

Four to six is the sweet spot, say researchers. Most people think of milk and cheese when it comes to foods that support good bone health. But new research suggests that prunes may do you a solid,...

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Prevent Cavities and the Bacteria That Cause Them–Naturally

(PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/Shutterstock) Cavities are mostly due to a stealthy bacterium that lives in our mouths–the good news is that certain natural remedies can help reduce them. Streptococcus...

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Stress-Eating and Can’t Stop? New Research Just Found a Scientific Explanation

Stress-eating is often triggered by unhealthy forces we wish we could shut out from our lives, and can lead to shame and regret. New research may help you empathize with your drives. Bed-rotting was a...

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Complications of Obesity

From diabetes to heart disease, numerous chronic health conditions are linked to a high BMI. Antonio Diaz/iStock Obesity, or carrying excess weight, is associated with a variety of health...

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The Supergrain You Need: Millet for Kidney Health, Better Sleep, and Balanced...

(BestPix/Shutterstock) An ancient cereal grain, millet is easy to cook, inexpensive, and packs a wealth of nutrition and health benefits. Millet is a gluten-free whole grain staple regarded as an...

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The Medicinal Properties of Plantain

Plantain is one of the most common herbs found growing in North America. It can literally be seen growing out of the cracks of sidewalks and roads, found on the majority of homeowners lawns,...

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Should You Worry About Your Cortisol Levels?

There’s no magic bullet for regulating cortisol levels, but stress management strategies like eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and practicing meditation can help. Photo: Shutterstock Tufts...

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Can Drinking Alcohol Trigger a Brain Aneurysm?

A brain aneurysm is a balloon-like dilation that develops in weakened blood vessels. Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of developing these aneurysms as well as increase their risk of rupturing....

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Eating Herbs Can Improve and Soothe Gut Health

Small servings of herbs can help boost diverse plant consumption to improve gut health, while specific herbs help heal broken metabolism and gut symptoms. In medical research, it often seems that one...

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Can Too Much Niacin Harm Your Heart?

Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is widely used for its cholesterol-lowering effects and its role in heart health. However, the potential side effects and risks associated with high doses of niacin...

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Can You Treat Parkinson’s Disease Naturally?

Some natural remedies, such as music therapy or supplements, may complement medical treatments for Parkinson’s disease and improve overall health. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive...

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Can Sleeping With Socks On Improve Your Sleep Quality?

When it comes to sleeping, there are seemingly two types of people in the world: those who sleep with socks on and those who don’t. And while there’s no one right way to dress for optimal rest,...

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