Month: February 2017

Thinking of Taking a Protein Powder? 7 Tips to Finding the Best One for You

Buying a protein powder can be overwhelming, considering how many options are out there. Make it easier with these must-follow pointers.

Want Healthy Joints and Cartilage? Make Sure You’re Doing These 8 Things

Cartilage naturally breaks down as you age, but taking the right steps could help keep your joints pain-free.


Let’s Get Personal: Should You Wear Underwear with Gym Leggings?

Deciding to wear underwear (or not) when you workout is a question for the ages.


Stick to This Diet to Lower Blood Pressure—and Finally Get Off Medication

Tired of being sick and tired? This diet might be the answer you've been looking for.


Are Prebiotics the Stress Reliever You Never Heard Of?

Before you spend another night tossing and turning from stress, a new study shows that the secret to peaceful Z's...

This Grandmother Beat Early Breast Cancer With a 20-Minute Treatment

Researchers are exploring less invasive and more targeted treatments for breast cancer that use electric pulses or cryotherapy to...


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7 Reasons to Consider Trying a Natural Deodorant

Looking for a greener alternative to conventional deodorants and antiperspirants? Here's why you should consider using natural deodorants.


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18 Secrets Your Health Insurance Company Is Keeping From You

From intentional billing mistakes to the truth about your "out of pocket" limit, here's what you need to know from...


Why You Need to Have a Spoonful of Sugar Handy the Next Time You Wash Your Hair

It turns out that this basic kitchen staple may hold the key to finally getting rid of your dryness and...


9 Luxurious Bed Pillows to Get the Best Sleep Ever

Don't take your beauty sleep lightly. Thanks to any of these pillows, sweet slumber is as good as yours, no...


The Mysterious Stomach Pain That Often Gets Mistaken for Cancer

Find out if you are one of a millions suffering from this.


Is It Really That Bad to Share a Toothbrush?

You know your hands are often filthy, but your mouth is also surprisingly germy, so you may want to think...


10 Deodorant Mistakes You Need to Stop Making

For better personal hygiene, try to avoid these common deodorant mistakes—from applying it in layers to not applying it at...

The Secret to Finding True Joy Is Simpler Than You’d Think

"The more grievous the world, the more we need to remember the luminous beauty at the center of life."


There’s a Reason Your Teen Is Tired All The Time—and You’re Not Going to Like It

Is your teen catching up on social media instead Of catching zzz's?


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The Magic Ingredient That Reduces Your Sodium Intake AND Boosts Flavor

The recommended daily intake of sodium is less than 2,300 milligrams, but most Americans consume far more each day. This...


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9 Signs You Spend Way Too Much Time on Facebook

Facebook is a great way to keep in touch, but it's possible to have too much of a good thing....


The Science Is In! This Diet Lets You Eat Your Way to a Younger, Healthier Brain

You already know that you are what you eat, but your food choices can have an even bigger effect on...


This Is the Real Reason You Get So Sleepy When You’re Sick

Have you ever been too tired to even wipe your nose when you're sick? Don't be embarrassed. Science says you...


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Lip Plumping Products Are Everywhere, But Do They Actually Work?

If the beauty trend has you looking to kick up your kisser, here's what you need to know about the...


Stressed? Here’s Why You Need to Start a Bullet Journal

This innovative way of journaling will make your hectic life so much more manageable.


10 Ways to Erase Broken Capillaries—and Prevent Them Completely

If you could Photoshop your face, you might edit out any broken capillaries, those red spots that show up on...

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These Hair Mistakes Are Giving You Split Ends

Once split ends start popping up, it seems like there's no stopping them—but there is hope.


Here Are 7 Ways Your Feet Can Mess with Your Sleep

If your feet aren't happy, you won't sleep well. Here are the potential foot issues that could be keeping you...


8 Diets to Consider if You Have Digestive Problems

Gut problems can mean frequent bathroom trips, painful bloating, and more. In ‘A Teen’s Guide to Gut Health,’ registered dietitian...


7 Reasons Your Lips Are Chapped—and How to Heal Them

Unless you know why your lips keeps getting dry and cracked, you'll be a slave to lip balm all winter...


The Scary Reason You Should Never Let Your Child Eat Fresh Snow

Think twice before catching flakes on your tongue.


29 Things Doctors Wish You Knew About Cervical Cancer

Between the HPV vaccine and new screening methods, there's more protection from cervical cancer than ever before—but you need to...