• What Is Light Therapy And What Are Its Benefits?

    It may be hard to imagine how sitting next to a bright light can make you feel better, but that's exactly what you can expect with light therapy. It's a great option to consider because it tends to be relatively low risk, but light therapy isn't for everyone as there can still be minor side effects.

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  • The Real Reason You Shouldn't Drink Caffeine When Pregnant

    While reports are mixed on how caffeine can affect pregnant women and their developing babies, it's generally regarded as a good idea to avoid it if you can. Here's what the American Pregnancy Association advises are some of the possible risks, as well as their recommendations.

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  • What You Should Know Before Getting A Tattoo While Pregnant

    If you're pregnant and want a tattoo before baby comes, it's not a zero-risk endeavor. The American Pregnancy Association recommends waiting until after baby is born and you're done breastfeeding. If you've already made up your mind, though, here's how to minimize harm to you and your little one.

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  • What You Should Do If You Suffer From Sleep Paralysis

    If you've ever had sleep paralysis, you know how terrifying it can be. You wake up in the middle of the night in darkness and can't move your arms or legs. Then you try to yell out, but you can't speak. Here's what the experts say you should do to cope with this terrifying condition.

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  • What Is Cystic Acne And What Causes It?

    For some, there's nothing worse than getting a pimple in the middle of your face. But that's the kind of skin problem cystic acne sufferers could only dream of. Only those who experience it understand the mental and physical pain of cystic acne. So what is it and, more importantly, what causes it?

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  • These Are The Stimulants In Tea That Aren't Caffeine

    Sitting down and enjoying a cup of tea is viewed, in many cultures at least, as a way to take a step back and unwind. But the next time you reach for a cup of tea before bedtime, you may want to consider your options. It might not contain caffeine, but it does contain other stimulants.

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  • This Is The Best Essential Oil For Dry Skin

    Experts agree that pure essential oils work with your body's chemistry to promote healing results, and one of the things they have been known to heal is dry skin. But which are the best essential oils for dry skin? We have not one, but several different recommendations based on your specific needs.

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  • What You Should Know Before Starting A Gut Cleanse

    The aim of a gut cleanse is usually to remove toxins or impurities which might have accumulated in your bowels. While the process is not actually considered to be beneficial according to most medical experts, this nutritionist put a spin on the traditional cleanse that even doctors could get behind.

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  • Is Botox Actually A Poison?

    When injected in small doses, the botulism toxin we call Botox is a cosmetic surgeon's dream. It's also used as a non-cosmetic treatment for eye disorders, migraines, bladder spasms, and excessive sweating. But Botox can still function as a poison if used incorrectly. Here's what you need to know.

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  • The Real Reason Liam Hemsworth Gave Up His Vegan Diet

    In 2016, PETA named Liam Hemsworth the sexiest male vegan celebrity of the year, just five months after he gave up eating meat. Just four years later, Hemsworth says the time had come for him to reevaluate his dietary choices.

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  • What Really Causes Insomnia?

    Many of us look forward to curling up in our bed under warm covers and blissfully falling asleep. Unfortunately, a large number of us will struggle to get there

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  • Can You Get Coronavirus From A Mosquito Bite?

    Mosquitos can be such efficient disease carriers that indirectly, they can cause over half a million deaths every year. So with summertime just around the corner, it's likely a question you've wondered: Could mosquitoes become another conduit through which the coronavirus can spread?

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  • What You Should Know Before Eating Sushi While Pregnant

    Anyone who has been pregnant before isn't likely to forget the ups and downs that comes with carrying a child. One of the better parts of pregnancy is food cravings (nothing tastes quite as good as satisfying that craving) -- unless you happen to crave nigiri sushi, which could present a problem.

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  • The Reason You Should Never Mix These Cleaning Products

    With the state of the world right now, it wouldn't surprise us if you are tempted to ramp up the cleaning ante by combining products to try and create an extra-strength formulation. But experts say it isn't always a good idea to put two and two together where household cleaners are concerned.

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  • What You Need To Know Before You Lick Your Next Envelope

    There's a classic Seinfeld episode titled "The Invitations," which likely spurred many of our first realizations that licking envelopes may be a bad idea. While the episode was clearly a comedic exaggeration, they were on to something. Here's why you should avoid licking envelopes altogether.

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  • Is Taking Zinc Good For Your Hair?

    There is some evidence that zinc might help prevent or even reverse hair loss in some cases, but there are some things to be aware of, too. Here's what you need to know about taking zinc supplements for your hair health.

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  • The Untold Truth Of Cellulite

    There are a number of reasons why women don't think they look good in shorts, and one of those reasons could be cellulite. Cellulite happens when the fat beneath your skin pushes up against the connective tissue, making it look dimpled, bumpy, and giving it the appearance of an orange peel.

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  • Household Items You Can Use For Weight Training At Home

    Maybe you think you really ought to start weight training, or perhaps you've already been doing a little lifting but you've outgrown your starter set of super-light dumbbells. Either way, did you know you've probably already got access to a wide range of weights of all sizes?

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  • Signs You May Be Allergic To Dogs

    If you're a dog person, even the thought of a cute pup can ignite fantasies of snuggling, playing fetch, and going for daily walks. But what if the thing you love most causes you to sneeze, cough or have itchy, watery eyes? Unfortunately these may be signs that you're allergic to dogs.

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