While a weekend (or longer) retreat can be very rejuvenating, day spas have made it possible for almost everyone to enjoy a short escape from…
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Losing weight often comes down to changing the patterns and habits that led to overeating. And that usually takes self-control, or the ability to resist…
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MONDAY, Sept. 24, 2018Reminding people to eat less or exercise usually gets their back up. That’s one reason why public health messages fall on deaf…
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Just a little bit of light exercise can immediately improve a person’s memory, new Japanese research suggests. How little? The small study involved 36 healthy…
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It may be tempting to squeeze a large pimple, but doing so could make the zit worse, skin doctors say. Up to 50 million Americans…
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Many American teens are sleep-deprived, and parents blame their attachment to electronics, new survey results show. Researchers at the University of Michigan conducted a national…
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There’s no shortage of creative excuses people come up with to stay stuck on the sofa, but three of them top the list. Here’s how…
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Spending to make your home nicer, safer and more efficient can save you money in the long run, but it could cause stress in your…
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Optimism and a sense of purpose can improve your heart health, new research suggests. Psychological well-being has cardiovascular benefits because people with a positive outlook…
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The choices you make every day, both big and small, influence your weight and your health. For instance, do you grab coffee and a donut…
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New to weight loss or tired of yo-yo dieting? Learning “stability skills” first may lead to greater long-term weight loss success. Many dieters regain up…
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Being physically active is one of the most important steps people of all ages can take to improve their health. Yet despite everything we know…
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