Many people dread taking off their shoes around others for fear of an offensive odor wafting up from the floor -- and if you're not wearing socks, the odor may be stronger than ever. While socks might not seem like a mandatory thing, the layer of fabric actually does help protect your tootsies.
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It can come with a fever, cough, headache, sore throat, and muscle and joint pain. It also can wreak havoc on your respiratory tract, triggering difficulties breathing and complications like bronchitis or pneumonia. And we're not talking about COVID-19 -- we're talking about the seasonal flu.
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There seems to be a lot of things that are off-limits when you're expecting — like multiple types of delicious cheeses, deli meats, rare tender steak, sushi, and the list goes on. Avoiding these items and knowing what not to eat becomes really challenging when you're eating for two.
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We know them -- and enjoy them -- as shrimp, crayfish, crab, lobster, scallops, oysters and mollusks. And while science classifies them into two groups. crustaceans and mollusks, as ingredients, they are collectively known as shellfish. They are generally low-calorie, high-protein foods.
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If you're a parent or are thinking of becoming one, you likely know how important the first 1,000 days are in a baby and young child's development. The time between conception and a toddler's second birthday is when the foundations for health, growth, and neurodevelopment are laid.
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Which kind of mask works best? Fortunately, everyone's favorite science guy, Bill Nye, took to TikTok to help us understand the efficacy of masks by putting them through the candle test (via Time). Nye shows us what happens when a person wearing a certified N-95 mask goes to blow out a candle.
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You're pregnant. Everybody and their great aunt must be calling you with questionable advice. Cutting your hair while pregnant? Totally safe.
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If you've been to Dollar Tree recently and managed to score yourself a few bottles of hand sanitizer, it could be time to stop using it.
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It's safe to say that Jillian Michaels, health and fitness expert and creator of the Jillian Michaels Fitness App, knows almost everything there is to know about health and fitness. So, when she told us that she didn't approve of the popular Keto diet, we had to ask her why.
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There is now concern that wearing masks to prevent the spread of coronavirus may be causing dental cavities. This is what we know.
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Whether it's on your baby's agenda or not, one food that you should make an effort to eat is yogurt. It offers vital nutrients that both you and your baby need.
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Your pan needs to have a glug of oil, set the stove to medium-high heat, and when the oil starts to shimmer, it's time to get your veggies going.
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No matter how cute your baby bump is, you've got to admit it: Pregnancy is not glamorous. From heaving up your breakfast to bursting out of your bras and popping the buttons off of your pants, all kinds of not-so-fabulous things can happen when you've got a baby on board.
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Anyone who has ever been pregnant or is currently pregnant will know the importance of paying attention to the things you should and shouldn't eat.
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There are a million and one reasons why we should be using sunscreen. Basically, it's an absolutely vital tool to protect your skin's health and appearance. The sun's UV rays damage skin fibers, called elastins, making the skin sag, stretch, and even retain its shape after it has stretched.
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His official title is director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Anthony Fauci is also the country's top infectious diseases expert, and one of the leading voices in our fight to get the coronavirus pandemic under control.
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We admire Chrissy Teigen's glowing skin. So we appreciated when Teigen posted a video on Instagram explaining exactly what her skincare routine consists of.
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The list of things you shouldn't eat during pregnancy can seem long. Sniff, sushi. And who else desperately misses ordering a Venti latte at Starbucks? The good news is there are some super-yummy foods you are encouraged to indulge in while expecting, like rich and buttery avocado.
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If you're reading this, you may be pregnant or thinking about conceiving soon -- and you've probably heard conflicting ideas on what you can and can't put in your body, particularly when it comes to seafood. Sushi can be a big no-no. And other types of fish can contain high levels of mercury.
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If pandemic experts were handing out awards for best behavior, most of us would be at the head of the line. Masks when you go outside? Check. Social distancing? Check. But while you've been doing just what the CDC ordered, another problem may have cropped up.
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Eggs are a staple of any healthy diet, but it might surprise you to learn they're also a must-eat food during pregnancy. As The Daily Meal advises, when it comes to eating for two, it's not just an excuse to stuff our faces with everything we're craving for nine months (though that's good too).
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While we've all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, how many of us are heeding that advice? Even if you're one of the "good kids," and you dig into a healthy bowl of Cheerios or a cup of Greek yogurt every morning, your tank is still going to need refueling about midday.
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You may enjoy wearing flip flops, but it could be seriously sabotaging your health. Yes, our favorite summer sandals may be slowly messing up our feet.
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A rosacea flare-up can be triggered by several factors, including temperature extremes, exercise, cosmetics, alcohol, or even sunlight or wind. And from a theoretical standpoint, time spent sheltering in place as a result of the pandemic should give your skin the perfect opportunity to heal.
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We've all been there -- craving carbs and not knowing why. Considered to be the best "comfort food" for good reason, carbs serve a vital purpose in our mental and physical health. The body needs carbs for fuel, since they provide our main source of energy.
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Your body shape may determine what kind of health risks you're most likely to face as you age, even if you eat healthfully and exercise regularly.
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that impacts more women than you think. Lena Dunham, for one, has been very vocal about her struggles in the past, and according to The Office on Women's Health, PCOS actually affects one in ten women of childbearing age.
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