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What to eat (and avoid) while taking an ACE inhibitor

A heart-healthy diet can help you get the most out of your medication.

Colleen Stinchcombe

By Colleen Stinchcombe
Published December 30, 2021
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10 high-fiber foods you should eat every week

Feed your gut and improve your health with the right fruits, vegetables and other surprisingly delicious treats.

Rosemary Black

By Rosemary Black
Published December 29, 2021
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How much do you really know about preventing infections?

We’re deep into virus season. Even as COVID-19 surges, we still have colds and flus to think about. Take our short quiz to make sure you know how to protect yourself.

Faith Brar

By Faith Brar
Published December 28, 2021
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This New Year’s resolution is better than weight loss

When it comes to health, building strength may have more of a payoff than losing weight.

Emily Shiffer

By Emily Shiffer
Published December 23, 2021
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7 stretches that’ll help you feel better in 7 minutes

Tight muscles can trigger body aches and joint pain and even make you more prone to injury. This daily stretching routine can help. 

Karen Asp

By Karen Asp
Published December 22, 2021
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10 reasons your muscles ache (and what to do about it)

Some muscle pain is 100% expected — but some really isn’t. Learn what could be making you feel sore and how you can get relief.

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published December 21, 2021
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Habit hack: How to never forget a dose of medication

Pop those pillbox tabs, get your refills on repeat and use these other tips to keep your medication plan on track.

Jennifer Thomas

By Jennifer Thomas
Published December 20, 2021
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The newbie’s guide to vertigo

Here’s what you need to know about what causes this unpleasant dizzy sensation — and how you can feel better.

Rosemary Black

By Rosemary Black
Published December 16, 2021
Man in kitchen preparing plant-based meal

Could you have this common liver disease and not know it?

Most people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) have no symptoms. And for some, that can lead to serious complications. Here’s what you need to know about NAFLD and how to protect your liver for life.

Jennifer Thomas

By Jennifer Thomas
Published December 15, 2021
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The newbie’s guide to the DASH diet

This eating plan packs serious health benefits, especially for people with high blood pressure, heart disease or diabetes. Here’s how to get started with DASH.

Jessica Migala

By Jessica Migala
Published December 14, 2021
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10 ways to beat holiday sadness

For some, stress, depression and anxiety make the holidays hard instead of joyful. We asked the experts how to get through them.

Emily Shiffer

By Emily Shiffer
Published December 13, 2021
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How to get rid of athlete’s foot for good

This fungal infection is highly contagious. But there are plenty of ways to curb the itch. An expert explains how, and what you can do to prevent it in the first place.

Karen Asp

By Karen Asp
Published December 10, 2021

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