What will happen to you if you start eating garlic every single day? Well, for one thing, other humans may start keeping their distance if you really reek of the stuff. But strangely enough, you can reverse the off-putting effect if you time your garlic consumption just right.
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Jillian Michaels has decades of experience helping everyday people reach their goals, so she know exactly what works and what doesn't. While any form of exercise is better than none at all, we chatted with Michaels to find out about all the fitness trends that we should be ditching immediately.
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Fish oil supplements are some of the most popular over-the-counter supplements on the market. But fish oil remains controversial in certain circles.
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If you're dreading slipping on your swimsuit this summer due to unsightly bumps on your bikini line, you're not alone. Nearly all of us, whether we shave, wax, or even pluck, have experienced the ingrown hairs that lead to these angry, red bumps, which look a bit like pimples.
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If you smoke every day, chances are you know your nicotine habit isn't good for your health. But you may not realize the extent of the damage.
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Much as we would love otherwise, we know being pregnant isn't a free pass to consume anything and everything in front of us. Some of the many foods and drinks you need to avoid include soft cheeses, unpasteurized dairy, undercooked or raw meats, deli meat, smoked seafood, and alcohol.
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When you get pregnant, you know that there are certain things from your pre-pregnancy life that are not going to be your reality for the next nine months. Like raw sushi. And by month six or seven, having what people refer to as a "waist." What you don't expect to lose is the ability to sleep.
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Hand sanitizer has become one of the hottest commodities of the COVID-19 pandemic. Not all hand sanitizers are created equal, though, which is why the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a statement warning people not to use hand sanitizers containing this ingredient.
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There are plenty of aches and pains associated with running, but one of the more common complaints is sore feet. Whether you're a serious runner or just getting started on the treadmill at the gym, you know the aching feeling that can start at the soles of your feet and work its way up your legs.
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How we travel is one more thing that has changed in the midst of the pandemic. If you've been leaving your home more as the economy has slowly opened back up, you may have found yourself wondering just how safe it is to use a ride-sharing service like Uber.
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Tonic water -- which goes with gin like peanut butter goes with jelly -- has quite the interesting backstory.
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Melatonin, the sandman hormone, helps regulate your body's internal clock. But melatonin is also an oral supplement, and it has certain unexpected effects.
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While bread may have a bad reputation thanks to the popularity of low-carb diets, eating it every day can also do a lot of great things for your body -- as well as your mind. Curious to know how that works? Keep reading to find out what happens to your body when you eat bread every day.
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According to Carol Ewing Garber, Ph.D., director of the applied physiology graduate program at Teachers College at Columbia University, 10,000 steps a day is just a "guesstimate." Speaking to Prevention, Garber revealed, "It wasn't based on any particular science."
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Peanut butter was likely one of your staple foods during childhood and, let's be honest, adulthood. But have you ever wondered what it's doing to your body?
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You've most likely heard of the keto diet by now, but get ready to learn about its more laid-back version, the lazy keto diet. The lazy keto diet is basically the same as the keto diet, but there's a lot less math involved.
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Ibuprofen is one of the most common medications on the market. Here's what happens to your body when you take ibuprofen every day.
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The benefits of drinking tea on a daily basis rather than coffee are well-documented. As Reader's Digest advises, making the switch could help you sleep better.
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There's no point in working out if you're not going to do it properly, especially when it comes to cardio. We spoke with Jillian Michaels, and she revealed three key mistakes you may be making during your cardio workout, and also advised how to fix them.
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In pursuit of zzzs, we're willing to try just about anything - from apps to essential oils. However, weighted blankets may be a cut above the rest.
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Many women see Spanx as an occasional wardrobe addition, meant to amplify assets and diminish visible problem areas under special occasion outfits. For others, however, those stretchy undergarments are a way of life. Here's the truth about what happens to your body when you wear Spanx every day.
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Most of us have had an experience with our stomach aching. Maybe after you've eaten your favorite chips and spicy salsa, or after munching on greasy French fries. It's likely you just ate something that didn't sit right; if stomach cramps come out of nowhere, it could indicate a health problem.
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If you've been on a ketogenic diet, you've probably discovered this weight-loss plan has unusual side effects. There's one that women may be less chatty about.
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Cuddling up with your beloved pet is the purrfect way to end any day. While our cuddly companions are always sure to bring a smile to our faces, it turns out that these creatures can do a lot more than just that. According to science, this is what happens to your body when you have a pet.
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If, as if things could not get worse, every week a new joint in your body celebrates pregnancy by gaining water weight, you must be desperately looking for relief. Have you considered taking turmeric while pregnant? At first glance, turmeric is nothing short of a miracle spice. But is it safe?
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If you're a fitness lover or live a relatively active life, you're probably aware of the fact that it's always a good idea to stretch before you exercise.
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Like any skin spot, if you have a birthmark, it's always a good idea to keep your eye on it. Ultimately, the shape of your birthmark may actually be trying to tell you something. We spoke with a plastic surgeon and a dermatologist to advise us on what to look out for.
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