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Why your legs can swell up even when it’s cold out

Heat and humidity aren’t the only culprits behind that puffiness. Here’s what you need to know.

Karen Asp

By Karen Asp
Published December 9, 2021
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The best way to get rid of headaches and migraines, fast

There are more than 150 types of headaches. Here’s how to combat 3 of the most common ones: tension-type headaches, cluster headaches and migraine headaches.

Karen Asp

By Karen Asp
Published December 8, 2021
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The beginner’s guide to pink eye

If you or your kid woke up with a red, crusty eye, there’s a good chance it’s pink eye. Here’s how to identify and treat it.

Colleen Stinchcombe

By Colleen Stinchcombe
Published December 7, 2021
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5 ways to avoid a vitamin D deficiency during winter

If short days and cold nights are keeping you indoors, you may be running low on the sunshine vitamin. Here’s how to boost your levels — plus your mood and overall health.

Rosemary Black

By Rosemary Black
Published December 6, 2021
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How to get relief from skin tags

These harmless skin growths can be a total nuisance. Here, an expert explains what they are — and what you can do about them.

Karen Asp

By Karen Asp
Published December 3, 2021
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5 wild facts that prove handwashing is important

Don’t freak out, but there are millions of bacteria on your hands right now.

Faith Brar

By Faith Brar
Published December 1, 2021
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How weight training improves your life

Lifting weights can help improve your health and mood in almost every way. But you don’t need to train like Arnold to reap the benefits. Here’s how to get started.

Jennifer Thomas

By Jennifer Thomas
Published November 30, 2021
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5 reasons people really like intermittent fasting

Research has linked intermittent fasting to a host of health and weight loss benefits. But is it right for you?

Amy Schlinger

By Amy Schlinger
Published November 29, 2021
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4 ways to conquer your mold allergies

With this expert-backed advice, those misery-making allergy symptoms can be a thing of the past. 

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published November 24, 2021
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Can expressing gratitude make you healthier? Science says yes.

Being thankful is good for your body and your brain. Here’s how to cultivate an attitude of gratitude that lasts all year long.

Jennifer Thomas

By Jennifer Thomas
Published November 23, 2021
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5 cold-fighting medications to buy before you’re sick

Shopping for cold medications when you're already sick can make your achy head hurt even more. The solution? Stock up before you get sick. Experts share their medicine cabinet must-haves.  

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published November 22, 2021
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Can’t take NSAIDs? There are other ways to find pain relief.

Some common medical issues and medications can mean that ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin are off-limits. A pharmacist explains why and what your options are.

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published November 19, 2021

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