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by Wellness Editor Are random, die-hard habits a form of OCD or are they just weird personality quirks? Does someone you know have habits or rituals that disrupt their life and make make them feel anxious or upset when they can’t see them through to completion? Quirks or habits that cause anxiety or prohibit someone from living a full life need to be addressed professionally. But sometimes a quirk is just a quirk, it's... 8/30/2019 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Smiling, not the kind where you've been asked to smile by some schmoozy guy, but the act of it—the lift the corners, feel the boost kind of smile (even if you don't mean it) is actually beneficial to your well-being and can help improve our outlook on life. It turns out that this simple action not only makes us feel better in reality, but it's infectious and can make other people feel at ease in our... 8/29/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor According to the USDA's most recent estimates, the average American consumes 29.6 pounds of tomatoes each year, and with good reason. Tomatoes are tasty, versatile and packed with nutrition. Want to get the most out of this garden favorite? Try drinking tomato juice (no, not as a bloody mary). It has some amazing health benefits you might not know about.Regular tomato juice consumption may protect... 8/29/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Have you considered introducing sex toys into your relationship, but fear the move might do more harm than good? It’s a common concern and one that may have some merit. We can help you sort out the details.Sex toys definitely have the potential to either help or hurt a relationship, depending on how they’re used. They can help women who have a hard time achieving orgasm, and they can help men who need... 8/22/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Just weeks before summer was officially underway, the FDA published the findings of a study looking at sunscreen application in the Journal of the American Medical Association or JAMA. They found that the active ingredients in sunscreen were being absorbed into the bloodstream after application.Information like this can be concerning. The importance of sunscreen for the prevention of sun damage, premature... 8/21/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Do you know how often you should be washing your clothes? How often do you wash your jeans, shirts and socks? If you said after every wear to each of these clothing items, there’s a chance you may be washing more often than needed. How often do you wash your sheets? Many people don’t wash them often enough. Find out how your washing schedule compares to recommended practices in the article below.Cleanliness... 8/20/2019 7:50:24 PM
by Wellness Editor Are you hoping to get more natural vitamin D in your life but fear you may face skin damage in the process? You don’t have to sacrifice the benefits to reduce your risks. Getting enough of the essential vitamin is actually pretty simple, and for many, supplements may still be avoidable if that's your choice.Contrary to popular belief, most people can get plenty of vitamin D from sunlight, even with... 8/20/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can cause female infertility and it can come with a slew of other serious hormone-related complications as well. Treatments are available, but most do not, as yet, address the root of the problem: the cause of the hormonal imbalance. Researchers believe they may have uncovered the key to finally understanding how it all works.The cause of PCOS has been difficult to... 8/19/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Approximately 1.1 million people were living with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) at the end of 2015; 15 percent of these had no idea they’d been infected. Statistically speaking, those who started antiretroviral treatment early could expect to live a long life despite their HIV diagnosis, but they would never be cured. A cure may be on the horizon, though.Two men infected with HIV have been... 8/19/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Honey is more than just a sweetener to add to your tea. It also provides a variety of benefits that can be good for your health. Honey has a variety of benefits that go beyond being a traditional sweetener in a recipe. From treating burns to helping postmenopausal women retain their immediate memory, here's a look at a few of the conditions honey can treat. Honey Can Be Used to Treat BurnsStudies using... 8/15/2019 4:00:00 AM
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