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Why Comfort, Not Room Temperature, Is Key to Thinking Better On the Job

Why Comfort, Not Room Temperature, Is Key to Thinking Better On the Job

June 20, 2014

Take a look around an office and notice how people are dressed. Some may be wearing long sleeves and sweaters…

Homemade Acne Mask

Homemade Acne Mask

June 20, 2014

According to the American Academy of Dermatology (aad.org), frequent washing does nothing to prevent acne outbreaks. Overwashing is actually irritating,…

Are Your Shoes Walking Germs Through Your Home?

Are Your Shoes Walking Germs Through Your Home?

Philip M. Tierno, Jr., PhD | June 19, 2014

Is your home a shoe-free zone? More to the point, should it be? I’ve been contemplating this issue, in part…

If You Can’t Eat Fish, Nuts, Soy, Dairy or Gluten
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If You Can’t Eat Fish, Nuts, Soy, Dairy or Gluten

David Grotto, MS, RDN | June 19, 2014

What to Eat for the Same Health Benefits You may know about all the health benefits of fish, nuts, soy,…

Don’t Rinse the Chicken…and Other Secrets to Avoiding Food Poisoning
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Don’t Rinse the Chicken…and Other Secrets to Avoiding Food Poisoning

Richard Besser, MD | June 19, 2014

Here’s the dilemma: Kale, spinach and other leafy greens are some of the most healthful foods you can eat…but they…

Whole Grains You Haven’t Tried Yet…Some Are Gluten-Free

Whole Grains You Haven’t Tried Yet…Some Are Gluten-Free

Julie Miller Jones, PhD, CNS, LN | June 19, 2014

You know that you’re supposed to eat whole grains, but many people just don’t like whole-wheat pasta, whole-wheat bread or…

No More Oily Hair!

No More Oily Hair!

June 19, 2014

You know it's healthier not to wash your hair every day, but you get the greasies so easily! Here's what…

How to Prevent and Kill Bedbugs

How to Prevent and Kill Bedbugs

Jerome Goddard, PhD | June 18, 2014

Everything You Need to Know to Keep Bedbugs Out of Your Life Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bedbugs…

Best Nuts for Your Health…

Best Nuts for Your Health…

David Grotto, MS, RDN | June 18, 2014

They Lower Risk for Heart Attack, Cancer, Cataracts and More Nuts are some of the healthiest snacks you can eat.…

What to Do with Lettuce (Besides Make a Salad!)

What to Do with Lettuce (Besides Make a Salad!)

Linda Gassenheimer | June 18, 2014

It's lettuce season, and there are lots of crispy, healthy greens available. But you don't have to limit yourself to…

9 Worst Retirement Regrets
Retirement Living

9 Worst Retirement Regrets

Jeff Yeager | June 18, 2014

Many You Still Can Fix Enjoying retirement is near the top of most people's wish lists. But when I was…

Watch Out For That Truck!

Watch Out For That Truck!

Allen Boyd | June 18, 2014

I am always a little unnerved when I'm driving beside a big truck. I worry that the driver won't see…

What Mosquitoes Hate Most

What Mosquitoes Hate Most

Susan M. Paskewitz, PhD | June 17, 2014

Who Gets the Most Mosquito Bites? What Really Repels Mosquitoes It’s not your imagination -- mosquitoes really do find some people…

Natural Ways to Repel Mosquitoes and Ticks

Natural Ways to Repel Mosquitoes and Ticks

Jamison Starbuck, ND | June 17, 2014

Spring has sprung, and that means it's the start of mosquito and tick season. For protection, about one-third of Americans…

Bottom Line Guide to Great Grilling

Bottom Line Guide to Great Grilling

June 17, 2014

Nothing beats the smell of barbecue wafting through the air…especially when it comes from your own backyard. But don’t grill…