Family Feud: Holiday Edition
November 21, 2008
Struggling to be polite. Straining to smile. Steering clear of potential arguments. Ah, the holiday family gathering
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Alive and Will
November 7, 2008
Many see it as morbid, but the creation of a living will can make the future easier for loved ones
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Be A Kid Again
October 17, 2008
Maybe we did learn everything we need to know in kindergarten. Unfortunately we forgot all of those things...
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Secrets, Lies and Other Stupid Moves
October 9, 2008
Unearthing a hidden past can put a relationship at-risk, but experts say revealing those secrets the right way can lead to healing
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Not-So-Mean Girls
October 1, 2008
Movies skim over the benefits kids gain from being a part of a social circle
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Make-up & Kiss Later
October 1, 2008
It's a film and television cliché that lovers' quarrels should end with a passionate reconciliation; but is getting hot when you're bothered really a healthy way to end a fight?
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Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow
September 19, 2008
Hair loss affects both men and women, and there are countless products on the market claiming to stop the loss and regrow your mane - is there hope on the horizon?
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Got Gym-barrassment?
September 15, 2008
Gender-specific gyms don’t make it easy for people ashamed of their bodies to get moving
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Pound Prevention
August 27, 2008
Maintaining weight loss means increasing your daily dose of exercise
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Serene Screens?
August 11, 2008
When it comes to stress, study shows technology can’t top Mother Nature
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Green Machine
July 25, 2008
Be it her greater career success or his trimmer physique, feeling inferior to your partner can lead to tension and in-house fighting. Here's how to express your feelings to your partner, how to use them as motivation and how to get over it
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Everybody Burns
July 21, 2008
Experts suggest using skin protection regardless of the color of your skin
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More to Love
July 15, 2008
Excess pounds can create more than just a physical divide between couples. Here’s how to speak to your spouse without disrupting the house
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Double Shift
June 30, 2008
Women who work during pregnancy face many obstacles – including themselves
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Ground to Grill
June 25, 2008
Strike-up the fire and grab the veggies for a tasty, safer grilled meal
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Cute Bag or Just Baggage?
June 16, 2008
More than worries are weighing us down. See how to lighten your load and give your shoulder a break
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Taste the Health
June 6, 2008
At first bite not all good-for-you foods have the same great taste as their less-nutritious counterparts, but where there's a will there's a way to retrain the taste buds to love healthier fare
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Married to Mom
May 30, 2008
A new study shows a successful man is more likely to wed a woman with an education level equal to his mother's
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I've Got Spirit, Yes I Do!
May 26, 2008
Getting credit where credit is due is how to get ahead in the workplace, and how to feel good about a hard day's work
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Memory Masters
May 21, 2008
They're young at heart and lifetime learners - a new study reveals that the minds of 70-year-olds are sharper than ever
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Glossing Over the Facts?
May 12, 2008
Lip balms can do more than add color, taste good or cure blemishes. A new study shows they can be a determining factor in preventing skin cancer
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Inactive and In Trouble
May 5, 2008
A new study shows that exercising in childhood is more than fun and games – it will impact the rest of your life
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Under the Influence
April 21, 2008
A new study reveals many fathers-to-be continue substance use during their partners’ pregnancies, increasing the likelihood that Mom will again pick up the habit
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Birds of a Feather
April 9, 2008
Do younger siblings get all the breaks? A new study reveals how birth order in birds influences survival
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Check Mate
April 4, 2008
In the search for love, security, romance and similar interests are compromised for good looks, money and power
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Get Schooled
March 31, 2008
Safety is on every parent's mind, but those who know what to do can help prepare their kids for an at-school emergency
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Flirty Mind
March 24, 2008
Steady relationships can benefit from the same winks and smiles that brought excitement to the first date
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Bone-up!
March 14, 2008
A recent study shows older men with Parkinson's disease have a greater risk of bone fractures
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Begin to Hope
February 29, 2008
A new study reveals that even as symptoms of depression begin to dwindle, feelings of hopelessness can linger
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Seven Steps to Less Stress
February 27, 2008
Stress can wreck havoc on lives. Here are seven easy ways to help you start worrying less
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No More Food Fights
February 13, 2008
Getting kids to eat a healthy meal doesn’t have to be a battle of good versus evil
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Pick a Toothpaste, Any Toothpaste
February 1, 2008
With a glut of different products promising to save your smile from ruin, a trip down the toothpaste aisle could end up taking hours. But what do those promises really mean?
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Be Great in 2008
January 25, 2008
Want to be your best? Here’s how to improve your health, your career, your mojo and your potential
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Ha-Ha-Ha-Healthy
January 11, 2008
Laughter eases the pain in more ways than one and could even add happiness to a relationship
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Monday, Muddy Monday
January 4, 2008
Overcome the start-of-the-week blues with a few simple steps on the weekend
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Avoid the Biggest Workout Blunders
December 28, 2007
Not enough water, too little stretching and lack of diversity top the experts’ lists of mistakes the amateur athlete makes when exercising
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Steps for a Happier Holiday with Your Family
December 14, 2007
When politics and ham don’t mix or Aunt Tillie asks – for the umpteenth time – why you’re still single, try these 4 temper-saving tactics to diffuse family disputes
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Before You Go To Bed
December 7, 2007
Hate the hurried morning rush? Take care of these five simple tasks before you go to bed to make tomorrow a smoother ride
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Tofu or Not Tofu?
November 30, 2007
Health-seekers are flocking to a versatile soybean product that offers both health and taste benefits
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The Power of Positivism
November 23, 2007
How effective can a good attitude be in making your life what you want it to be? The sky’s the limit
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What’s Your Grudge?
November 16, 2007
Hanging on to negative, resentful emotions can be physically and emotionally damaging. The secret to letting go is figuring out the source of the problem
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The SAD Days of November
November 9, 2007
If you notice that your mood, energy level and motivation take a nosedive each November only to return to normal in April, you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder. Here’s how to keep your life on-track
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From Baby to Einstein
October 26, 2007
Toys and games to make your kids smarter? It takes more than a product to make your child smarter – it takes you. Try these five things you can do today to improve your child’s basic skills
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Watch Your Mouth
October 19, 2007
That seemingly innocent afternoon snack could be doing a number on your teeth and gums – beware these 10 popular foods
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Married Without Children
October 12, 2007
Countless reasons exist when couples don’t have kids, and being sensitive to the childless will save you face – here are five things to avoid
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Resistance Isn’t Futile
October 5, 2007
Rubber cords and bands designed to build lean muscle have exploded on the fitness scene, but how do they compare to traditional weights?
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Play Mind Games
September 28, 2007
Sharpening brainpower and increasing memory can be as simple as singing the wrong words to your favorite song, playing Sudoku or taking a trip
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B-lieve in B-Vitamins
September 21, 2007
Even with a healthy diet plan, the chances of getting enough folic acid or folate are slim
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Gossip Folks
September 14, 2007
How to understand – and avoid – gossip at work
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Check-Up Confidential
September 7, 2007
For many patients, a visit to the primary care physician tends to be a one-sided conversation, but, say many doctors, it doesn’t have to be that way
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Fiber Is the One
August 17, 2007
Sure, fiber can help you feel full and maintain a normal, healthy weight, but studies are also showing it’s a champion in the battles against colon and stomach cancer
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Pull Yourself Together
August 10, 2007
Completing work and having fun don’t always have to be at odds – especially once you get your life in order
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Dial-In for Weight Loss
August 3, 2007
From high-tech “diet” phones to telephone wellness coaches, more people are using cell phones to get the 4-1-1 on their health
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Additive It Up
July 27, 2007
Parsing the labels of your favorite foods might raise a red flag or two, but not every unpronounceable word is bad for you
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Beyond Clutter
July 26, 2007
Your house doesn’t have to look like a neat-and-tidy department store display. Here’s how to be comfortable with the stuff among us
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Understanding the Stages of Cancer
July 20, 2007
Doctors apply numbers to describe the severity of cancer, and understanding those digits can go a long way toward easing the minds of the afflicted
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Book-It for the Summer
July 13, 2007
Encouraging kids to read over summer break keeps their minds sharp and fosters creativity. Here’s how, and why, to light a fire under their literacy
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Stay Safe for Summer
June 29, 2007
Accidents happen, especially during the carefree summer months. Avoid these common mistakes to keep loved ones out of harm’s way
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You Food: Use Your Melon
June 22, 2007
If you think this fruit is a summer lightweight, you’re not giving melons, including cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon, their nutritional due
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End At-Work Stress for Better Health
June 8, 2007
Content workers are more productive and happier – getting there depends on learning how to cope with stress and a hormone called cortisol
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The Importance of Being Angry
May 25, 2007
Short-term bouts of anger or indignation in stressful situations can be a healthy response – just learn to control the madness before it makes you crazy
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Fitness on the Brain
May 18, 2007
The secret to staying mentally sharp as you age is to never stop learning, loving, dancing and maintaining a healthy diet
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How to Say ‘No’ to Kids
May 11, 2007
Saying no to a child is beneficial for all parties involved. Follow these five steps to stand your denial ground
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Get Back to Taxes
April 20, 2007
Now that the annual deadline has come and gone, here are some great ways to improve your financial standing for the next go-round
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Dear Friend: Why Writing Letters Still Matters
April 6, 2007
So what if mailing a letter to grandma isn’t as convenient as e-mail? Sending old-fashioned correspondence can keep your mind sharp, your loved ones close and your history intact
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Avoid Portion Distortion
March 23, 2007
Only a half a cup of ice cream is one. A quarter cup of raisins is one, too. And butter? One is only a single tablespoon. Find out why serving size matters most
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Take My Advice, Please!
March 16, 2007
Parents, siblings, friends, co-workers and even strangers are quick to impart their wisdom. Here’s how to rebuke 'If I were you …'
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BMI-Me Up?
March 9, 2007
Insurance companies, schools and the medical industry place an increasing emphasis on the body mass index as a beacon for overall health – but does it speak the truth about you?
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Don’t Stand So Close to Me
March 2, 2007
Waiting for coffee, sitting on a plane, working in your office - everywhere you go people are ill. Here’s how to get their sickness out of your healthy path without being mean
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Four Simple Steps to Say ‘Not Tonight’
February 9, 2007
Whether it’s a headache or an early alarm call, rejecting a partner’s advances doesn’t have to be an automatic ego wound – or grounds for a late-night argument.
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On the Clock
February 2, 2007
Are ‘Mr.’ and ‘Mrs.' too antiquated for the workplace? Plus: are working moms held to a higher standard?
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The Guiltiest Meal
January 12, 2007
When kids head to school, their food choices aren't completely out of parental control
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Decisions, Decisions
January 5, 2007
When having a choice leaves you no choice, here are problem-solving steps to help you make your mind up and keep it that way
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Mind Matters
December 22, 2006
Bad habits are a form of defiance; Plus: Can Marijuana unlock lost memories?
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Game On, Social Skills Over
December 15, 2006
If Nintendo Wii and Playstation 3 are at the top of your kid’s wish list, there are more important things to think about than where to buy this hard-to-find gift.
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You Feel What You Eat
December 8, 2006
Learn your mood-boosting foods from those that sap your goodwill and you’ll never eat wrong again.
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Eating Out of Our Minds
December 1, 2006
'Mindless Eating' author Brian Wansink wants to revolutionize how we don’t think about food and get trimmer and healthier while not doing it.
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Are You a Sofa Spud?
November 3, 2006
Skipping the gym to stay home for pizza and TV can lead to poor self esteem. Here's how to curb your couch potato ways.
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Great Expectations
October 20, 2006
Whether it’s planned or an emergency, before you head to the hospital, check out your expectations before you check in.
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One 'No' at a Time
October 13, 2006
Keep tantrums at bay with these 19 strategies for making you a better parent of a better kid.
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Oh, Grow Up!
October 6, 2006
Four things you thought you’d left in childhood ... but didn’t.
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Working 9 to 5
September 29, 2006
It’s the stuff country songs and Sunday blues are made of, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are 10 tips for enjoying your job again.
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A World of Difference
September 22, 2006
Do you recycle but want to do more? Check out these environmentally healthy ideas to put your thoughts into action
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In a (Hot) Flash
September 8, 2006
Hormone-replacement therapy isn't the only method of surviving the change.
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Battle Back-to-School Blues
August 25, 2006
Before summer skids to a halt, get your kids ready for the structured, nerve-wracking days ahead
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Hand to Mouth
August 11, 2006
Choose the right foods by confronting the skeletons in your dieting closet
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Breathe Easy
July 28, 2006
Maximize the rise and fall of your belly to increase energy, lose weight and quiet your noisy head
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Like Mother, Like Daughter
July 24, 2006
Brown eyes and good teeth aren’t the only things passed on through your DNA. Creating a family health tree is the best way to know what risks lie in your genes
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