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Still Wearing Shoes in Your Home?
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In countries like Japan, China, Laos, Korea, Thaliand and Taiwan, removing shoes before entering the home is an absolute cultural must. In certain countries this custom extends to churches, temples, restaurants and schools as well. To leave the shoes on is to be rude and disrespectful to the homeowner and the home itself – something perceptually just as bad as putting your shoes up on the couch or... 5/9/2025 4:00:00 AM
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When Body Odor Is a Sign of Illness
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Our scent can seem to say a lot about us, from what we’ve eaten to how often we bathe. But how we smell can also be indicative of how healthy we are. In some cases, body odor can even be a sign that something’s gone terribly wrong.Body odor can be a warning sign of serious disease. But how can we tell? Changes in the way we normally smell, as well as the scent of our breath and urine, can indicate... 5/9/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Are You a ‘Doomscroller’? A Warning
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It’s natural to want to stay up to date on the news, especially when so much is currently going on in the world. With all of this uncertainty and worry, many people have come to a point where the weight of it all has become too heavy. But when we combine this restless worrisome uncertainty with a feeling of helplessness, we might begin to experience what's known colloquially a doomscrolling. “Doomscrolling”... 5/9/2025 4:00:00 AM
Parenting Power Struggles: Who is Really Misbehaving?
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The most common question among parents is how to cope with the ongoing power struggles between parents and kids. Bedtime, cleaning their rooms, cooperation in the morning, the list goes on and on. These are the common complaints of misbehavior. I remember so clearly the struggles with my firstborn daughter when I decided to nurse her. There was no book I hadn’t read, no expert I hadn’t consulted, and... 5/9/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Study on Validation Reveals Deep Truth
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Our moods may be more dependent on the people around us than we realize. We might tend to think we wake up and feel a certain way based on circumstances but that's probably not as true as we'd like to think. There’s a lot of strength in the words of others, especially when we’re feeling angry or vulnerable.A study has demonstrated just how powerful validation can be. Here’s how each of us can make... 5/8/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Could You Be Allergic to Sunlight?
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As many as 20% of people may have a sunlight allergy, ABC News reports. In addition to true sunlight allergies, some people may become sensitive/allergic to sunlight after taking a certain medication or using a topical product that contains select chemicals. Both types of photosensitivity present similarly with redness, rash, itchiness and, in some cases, blisters or welts. A surprisingly large segment... 5/7/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Snoring a Problem? 5 Things You Can Do About It
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Snoring is a common problem, affecting nearly 90 million adults in the United States. Of those, approximately 37 million snore on a regular basis, a fact that could indicate a more serious problem or underlying condition, such as sleep apnea. Even if there isn’t a serious condition at play, snoring interrupts healthy sleep patterns, for both the snorer and their partner. Fortunately, there are things... 5/6/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Can Using A/C Be Harmful?
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During the summer months, little compares to that sweet sweep of cool air blowing through the room, buffering against the heat. The right amount of air conditioning might even have some health benefits, but not in all cases. There are times when turning on an air conditioning unit could actually make us sick.Air conditioning offers several health benefits. A/C can reduce ozone and other particles in... 5/5/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Can Spending a Few Hours Outdoors Improve Your Health?
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Spending time outdoors provides individuals of all ages with the opportunity to have better mental and physical health.Can spending time outdoors improve both mental and physical health? Well, research has shown there are a variety of benefits to being outside for a bit, and it doesn't require a whole vacation or take as long as you may think. Learn more about how nature can help your mental and physical... 5/2/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Are Tooth Whiteners Safe?
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In 2020 alone, more than 37 million people used teeth whiteners, according to Statistica. And the year hadn’t even ended when the data was compiled. That number is projected to hold steady over the next few years and puts into numbers what we already know: a lot of people use teeth whiteners to get whiter, brighter teeth. But are they safe? Teeth Whiteners Can Cause Damage Studies have shown that overuse... 5/2/2025 4:00:00 AM
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