Every year around this time, we start to think about how we can be better “for the new year.” It’s time to stop thinking in terms of January 1st because you matter the rest of the year, too. Instead of making goals you probably won’t work toward past February, make a resolution to yourself to …
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It’s 2 a.m. Your baby is crying and you can’t soothe her. She has a fever and a stuffed nose. Do you call the pediatrician, or do you wait until morning? New parenthood is full of uncertainty. When you’re a first-time parent, it’s easy to second-guess every decision you make. “It can be hard sometimes …
Biologists from The University of Manchester have explained for the first time why having a good night’s sleep really could prepare us for the rigours of the day ahead. The study in mice and published in Nature Cell Biology, shows how the body clock mechanism boosts our ability to maintain our bodies when we are …
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The size of the problem Encephalitis is an acute inflammation of the brain, which can cause serious illness and death. The prevalence of encephalitis has proven difficult to ascertain, due to diagnostic and coding challenges, but recent estimates suggest 5.23 cases per 100,000 population per year. Viral causes predominate, with herpes simplex being the commonest …
The brain is a sort of fortress, equipped with barriers designed to keep out dangerous pathogens. But protection comes at a cost: These barriers interfere with the immune system when faced with dire threats such glioblastoma, a deadly brain tumor for which there are few effective treatments. Yale researchers have found a novel way to …
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Forget the delivery dude. These easy pizza recipes ditch the grease and amp up the flavor with good-for-you ingredients, making them perfect for your next get-together. Maple-Walnut Pizza with Chicken Sausage When you need to satisfy that sausage craving, opt for the chicken variety over pork to cut calories and fat. And make sure your …
These gooey, melty, healthy grilled cheese sandwiches need no introduction, so we’ll just say, make ’em. All of them. They’re good for you! More Cheese, Please craving comfort food? We give you full permission to dive right in to these 10 delicious, gooey, cheesy sandwiches. With fresh fruits and veggies tucked inside, these healthy grilled …
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If you have knee pain, it can be frustrating to find exercises that don’t hurt but will still target and tone your booty. We’ve got you covered with five of the best butt exercises-plus two bonus moves-that are still totally doable if you have bad knees. Yep, that means no squats or lunges! Even if …
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Children are starting to carry cell phones at younger ages. In a recent study, 22% of kids in grade school reported having their own cell phone compared with 60% of tweens and 84% of teens. Like many parents, you may wonder whether your child is ready for a cell phone. As you might imagine, there …
Practice Good Skin Care Basics If you really want to keep your skin looking young, start with the essentials: Avoid the sun. Wear a broad spectrum sunscreen. Wear sun protective clothing (long sleeves and pants). Don’t smoke. Use moisturizer. Sleep on Your Back When you sleep in certain positions night after night, it leads to …