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Are Beauty Beverages Good for Skin?

There is a large number of vitamin drinks sold on the market today. The question is: are these drinks safe for us to consume?

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Are Body Wraps Effective?

Find out how natural materials used in spas effect our bodies.

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Diets can Determine the Way You Look

There are many things in life that you can't control but your diet isn't one of them. Your eating habits can dictate how you look and how you age.  Learn how you can eat right to look your best.

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A Girl's Guide to Food

You are what you eat, and for many women this presents a huge challenge. Read this article to learn how to make your diet work for you.

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Low-Calorie Diets Control Arthritis

Stay active and maintain a healthy diet so you can stay mobile when you are older.  Read about how there is a direct correlation between obesity and arthritis.

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Arthritis May Lead to Obesity

Did you know that there is a direct correlation between obesity and arthritis?

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Brown Fat is Great Fat

Yes it's true; some fats can actually burn calories.

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Stressed? Don't Reach for Junk Food - Eat a Purple Potato

Did you know that eating purple potatoes can reduce stress, blood pressure, and weight gain? Who knew?

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Ten Potential “Heartbreakers”

Some things in life are simply out of your control, but maintaining a healthy heart is possible if you avoid certain risk factors.  Learn how to protect your heart.

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Healthy Teeth for a Healthy Life

Did you know that your smile is an indicator of good health? Learn how to protect your smile.

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Reduce Your Risk of Stroke

We've been told that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but now studies show that white-fleshed fruits, such as apples and pears, can also dramatically decrease your risk of stroke.

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Don't Be off Balance: Take Up Yoga

Practicing yoga can help aide your stroke recovery. 

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Signs of Depression

At some point in your life, you may feel sad, trapped, or discouraged. You may ask yourself a question like, "am I depressed?"  Learn what depression really is and how it can affect our lives.

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Are All Medications Safe During Pregnancy?

For the first time in our lives, the decision of what we put into our bodies seems so much more important, when pregnant. Learn what medications you should avoid during your pregnancy to keep your baby safe.

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Are Allergy Shots Effective?

Coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes — can an allergy shot solve these problems?

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Am I at Risk for Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis affects millions of people every year. Learn about the risk factors for osteoporosis and ways that you can avoid triggers that may result in this painful and debilitating condition.  

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Celiac Disease

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder, triggered by gluten containing cereals that have wheat, rye, and barley. Yet, it is not an allergic reaction to wheat. Even though it mostly affects females, celiac disease is not gender specific. Celiac disease is not something you can contract; you must be genetically predisposed to activate the disease. Find out what causes celiac disease.

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Autism and Its Additional Complications

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a medical diagnosis that can result in other life complications. Understand the complications of ASD.

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Are You at Risk for Developing Gestational Diabetes?

Gestational diabetes happens when pregnant women develop high blood glucose levels during pregnancy. Learn more about the risk factors of this condition, and how it could affect your baby.

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Track Your Baby's Development Week by Week in the Second Trimester

Growth and development happen quickly during the second trimester. Your baby continues to change and develop almost daily. Follow their development week by week.