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What Does It Mean to Flatten the Curve and Why Does It Matter?
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For many, this pandemic has left us scrambling to find equilibrium. We're scared for our friends, family, and neighbors, and while some are saying it's overblown, the scientists are saying otherwise. It’s almost like we’ve fallen into some twisted horror story, and we’re all holding our collective breath waiting to see what will happen next. The coronavirus has everyone on edge, afraid for the sick... 3/19/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Some Behaviors May Signal Serious Conditions
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Ever think back on a rash decision and wonder what the heck you were thinking? Everyone succumbs to an impulsive move now and then, some more than others, but the question is, why? Whether it's the impulsive move to eat that whole piece of cake or the decision to skip work and go get some sun, impulsive behavior all stems from the brain. And maybe if we can understand it, we can control it.Everyone... 3/18/2020 9:30:13 PM
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What's a Coffee Nap?
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Wellness Tip: According to Japanese researchers, coffee naps improve alertness quickly. Most people experience a period of drowsiness at some point during the day. A coffee nap, which combines having a cup of coffee with napping for 20 minutes or less, has proven more effective than merely implementing one of the solutions alone. Scientists recommend drinking the coffee quickly to hasten the effect... 3/18/2020 7:00:00 AM
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How to Work From Home Without Sacrificing Your Sanity
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It sounds like a dream come true: setting your own hours, working in your pajamas, foregoing the hectic commute. There are a lot of perks to working from home, but it also has drawbacks. If you’re not careful, it can strip you of your health as well as your mental wellbeing. We went to actual experts: people who work from home and have for years, and put together some tips on staying productive and... 3/18/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Fighting the Onset of Osteoporosis with Exercise
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When was the last time you had your bone density checked? Approximately 10 million people in the United States suffer from osteoporosis with another 44 million at risk of thinning bones, and many of them are only one bad fall away from tragedy. But we can all reduce our risk by adopting the right exercise regimen now. It turns out, this may be our best weapon against brittle bones.Bones become thin... 3/18/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Dirty Eyeglasses are More Than a Nuisance
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Many eyeglass wearers have done it: taken our glasses off and wondered how we can even see through them. They're dirty, smudged, and foggy. Sometimes it seems like no matter how much you clean eyeglasses, they’re still full of fingerprints and smudges. Dirty eyeglasses are more than just annoying, though. Trying to focus through unclean lenses can create headaches and eye strain. The problem is that... 3/17/2020 7:00:00 AM
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When Do You Exercise? Why the Time Matters
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Many adults squeeze in workouts throughout the day, but research seems to say that although this is better than nothing, it may limit fat-burning potential. Research now indicates that people who exercise before breakfast shed twice as much fat as those who fuel up with food first. We'd all perhaps be better off if we maximize the benefits of any fitness routine by scheduling workouts before our first... 3/16/2020 6:37:50 PM
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Can Thermal Imaging Spot Cancer
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Early detection is crucial to fighting many forms of cancer, so it’s important to use whatever technology we can to get the earliest possible indication. Recent news reports on thermal imaging have made some people optimistic about a safer alternative to more imposing diagnostics like mammograms. Officials warn, however, that the technology might not be the modern miracle it seems. Let's look closer... 3/13/2020 10:37:48 PM
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The Science Behind Deep Breathing
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"Okay, take deep breaths," my mom used to tell me when I was scared. But I've also heard this advice given by doctors, friends, spouses, and anyone trying to help someone who is struggling. It turns out, this is solid advice — and it's not just a distraction technique, it's science. Taking slow, deep breaths can actually calm the brain when it goes into overdrive, and it can also help regulate other... 3/13/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Menopausal Hot Flashes Try These
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Hot flashes, sudden episodes of intense warmth, blushing and sweating, are one the most recognized hallmarks of menopause. And they make some people truly miserable. In the most severe cases, hot flashes can affect quality of life as they may cause sleep disturbances, anxiety and depression, says The North American Menopause Society. There are treatments for hot flashes, but many are not successful... 3/13/2020 7:00:00 AM
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