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            What is the best time for exercise?

            November 27, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
            What's the best time for exercise? Discover whether exercising in the morning, afternoon or evening can offer the most benefits to your health...

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            November 27, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            October 23, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            Essential oils for immunity: Do they work?

            October 23, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
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            September 25, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
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            How to find the right pillow

            September 25, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            The benefits of bunion surgery: Everything you...

            August 28, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            Does taking vitamin C for flu and colds work?

            August 28, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
            Does taking vitamin C for flu and colds work? Discover the truth and tips for staying healthy during cold and flu season.

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            AFib: Answers to 5 questions about this common...

            August 28, 2023 by Becky Frusher
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            Eating your water: Foods that help you stay hydrated

            July 24, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            Are powdered greens good for you and do supplements...

            July 24, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            5 swimming safety tips: A look at myths and facts

            July 24, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            When to be concerned about bug bites and stings

            June 19, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
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            Choosing the right sunscreen: How to protect yourself...

            June 19, 2023 by Tayla Holman
            To get the best protection from the sun's harmful rays and reduce the risk of skin cancer, it's important to use sunscreen properly.

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            Fireworks safety tips you should be aware of this...

            June 19, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            What is shingles? Everything you need to know

            June 5, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
            What is shingles? Learn about the signs and symptoms and how you can treat and prevent this condition.

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            5 early symptoms of prostate cancer

            June 5, 2023 by Tayla Holman
            Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men after skin cancer. Look out for these five early symptoms of prostate cancer.

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            5 benefits of walking after eating

            June 5, 2023 by Tayla Holman
            There are many benefits of walking after eating, such as improving digestion, aiding weight loss and regulating blood sugar.

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            Early signs of mental illness: How to identify...

            April 24, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
            Being aware of the early signs of mental illness can alert you that a friend, family member or co-worker is struggling and help you support them...

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            7 Memorial Day cookout recipes to help you stand...

            April 24, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            Common causes of stress and how to manage them

            March 27, 2023 by Tayla Holman
            Some of the most common causes of stress are money, health and work. Learn how to manage them.

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            5 delicious gluten-free dinner recipes to try

            March 27, 2023 by Tayla Holman
            For people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance, these gluten-free dinner recipes are both delicious and healthful.

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            How to get rid of pollen allergies

            March 27, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
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            The most common type of poisoning and when to ...

            February 27, 2023 by Tayla Holman
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            Managing chronic foot pain with simple lifestyle...

            February 27, 2023 by Tayla Holman
            There are many different, simple lifestyle changes that can help manage different types of chronic pain.

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            5 St. Patrick's Day recipes to try this year

            February 27, 2023 by Bana Jobe
            For St. Patrick's Day, this article will highlight recipes that can be made to celebrate the holiday.

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            How to support someone with an eating disorder

            February 6, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
            Nearly 1 in 10 Americans will have an eating disorder at some point in their lifetime.

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            5 Valentine's Day dessert recipes to try this ...

            February 6, 2023 by Bana Jobe
            This year, challenge yourself to try something new with these lightened-up Valentine's Day dessert recipes.

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            Indoor workouts for when it's too cold to go outside

            January 2, 2023 by Emily Paulsen
            While it may be harder to get exercise during the winter, it's important to keep moving. This article will discuss 4-6 types of workouts that...

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            How to deal with post-holiday blues

            January 2, 2023 by Tayla Holman
            After the excitement of the holidays, many start to feel saddened by the long winter season. This article will discuss post-holiday blues, or...

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            5 winter soup recipes to warm you up

            January 2, 2023 by Bana Jobe
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