Couples who make time for each other is a must for a healthy relationship. Read this article to find out why you should plan a date night soon.
Date Nights for Overbooked Parents
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TUESDAY, Aug. 15, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- You might not think it's possible to squeeze a date night into your hectic schedule, especially if your family includes young children. But
A standing-exercise program may be more effective for older adults than seated exercises. Read this article to learn more.
Taking a Stand on Staying Mobile After 80
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MONDAY, Aug. 14, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- If you want to stay as fit as possible well into your 80s, the answer may be as simple as standing on your own two feet. New research shows that a standing-exercise program is more effective for older adults than commonly used seated exercises.
Food temptation is everywhere, especially if you are the only person in your family that is trying to make healthier food choices. This article offers some great strategies on how to satisfy everyone in your family while still making those healthier choices.
When You're the Only One on a Diet
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MONDAY, Aug. 14, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Dieting is tough enough. But when you're the only one at home cutting back on calories, you might face temptation every time you open the fridge. Try these diet strategies designed to satisfy everyone at the table. Talk to your family ...
Sunscreen is essential when you are planning to be out in the sun. This article has some great information regarding what you should look for in a sunscreen as well as other ways to protect yourself from the sun.
How Safe and Effective Is Your Sunscreen?
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FRIDAY, Aug. 11, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- It may be easier than ever to find sunscreen with all the right stuff, but be sure to read the label or you could still get burned. Most sunscreens sold at major U.S. retailers and their websites now offer broad-spectrum protection, are water-re...
New research is finding that a sweet-tasting, lower-calorie drink may trigger a greater metabolic response than a drink with higher calories which may help explain the link between some artificial sweeteners and diabetes.
Artificial Sweeteners Trick the Brain: Study
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THURSDAY, Aug. 11, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- New research may help explain the reported link between the use of artificial sweeteners and diabetes, scientists say. Researchers at Yale University School of Medicine say that in nature the intensity of sweetness reflects the amount of energ...
Hands-free technology may feel like it is safer to use, but new studies are finding that the complex voice-activated systems found in new cars could distract you even more than talking on your cell phone.
For Drivers, Hands-free Can Still Be a Handful
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THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- With many states having laws about not using handheld cellphones while driving, it's no wonder that 75 percent of drivers think that hands-free technology is safe to use. But according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the complex voic...
Do you find yourself trying to juggle work & family while also trying to care for an older relative? This article offers some good tips on how to prioritize and delegate your responsibilities.
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TUESDAY, Aug. 8, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Millions of Americans are juggling working and raising a family with taking care of an older relative. If you're facing this situation, it can be hard to figure out the best use of your time and energy for caregiving, while also meeting other ho...
Putting in the effort now to keep your bones strong could help prevent them from thinning later in life. Read this article to learn how.
It's Never Too Soon to Safeguard Your Bones
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WEDNESDAY, Aug. 9, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Bone health is literally something you build on throughout your life, not just as a child. And the efforts you put in now will keep bones strong and help prevent the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis later on, as you age. Most of the 10 milli...
New studies are finding that the more exposure you give your preschooler to written words, the more it may help give them a strong start with their reading and writing skills when they are older.
How Preschoolers Begin Learning the Rules of Reading, Spelling
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MONDAY, Aug. 7, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- New research supports the advice that it's never too early to start reading to a child. Children start to recognize and follow some rules of reading and writing as young as age 3, study findings reveal. The study included 179 U.S. kids aged just...
A new study is suggesting that your child's personality could predict if they are going to become a picky eater. Read this article to learn more.
Picky Eater? It Might Just Be Your Child's Personality
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FRIDAY, Aug. 4, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- For some parents, introducing new items to their baby's diet seems like a losing battle. But the food itself might not be the problem. Personality may predict which infants will become picky eaters, a new study contends. Being more inhibited incr...
How does less sleep affect your body? Be sure to read this article if you getting less than 6 hours a night.
Does Less Sleep Make You Less Healthy?
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FRIDAY, Aug. 4, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Something else to fret over as you lie awake at night: Poor sleep may increase the risk of being overweight and obese, a new study contends.
The diabetes drug exenatide (Byetta) may do double duty as a treatment for Parkinson's disease, a new study suggests. Click the article to read more.
Diabetes Drug Shows Promise Against Parkinson's
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FRIDAY, Aug. 4, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- The diabetes drug exenatide (Byetta) may do double duty as a treatment for Parkinson's disease, a new study suggests.
Mobile apps are becoming more popular by all ages. Check out this article to see how apps are helping students with their academic success.
Student Motivation 101: There's an App for That
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FRIDAY, Aug. 4, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- An app that uses familiar game elements could help college students get higher grades and keep them from dropping a course, a new study suggests. The app includes game elements such as
This article has some great information regarding what to look for and what to do if you think your child may have a concussion.
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WEDNESDAY, Aug. 2, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Concussions have been in the news a lot because of health problems experienced by football players, but you don't have to be a professional athlete to suffer this injury. Youngsters are at risk, even if they don't play contact sports.
Having sensitive teeth is a common problem to have, but how do you manage it? Read this article to find out.
Do Your Pearly Whites Sometimes Cause You Pain?
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TUESDAY, Aug. 1, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Do you feel a sharp pain when you eat or drink something cold or hot? You may have sensitive teeth, a common problem caused by a number of factors. Gum recession is the most common cause. When the gum starts to recede, the tooth's root becomes e...
Do you suffer from joint pain which prevents you from working out? Exercising in the water can improve your strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Read this article to learn more.
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TUESDAY, Aug. 1, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- You can do more than just beat the heat the next time you go to the pool. Whether you swim or do aquatic exercises, working out in water improves strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health. Water provides more resistance than air, allowing ...
Cycling is a great form of cardio, and lots of fun too! This article offers some great safety cycling tips for beginners, including some rules of the road when taking your adventures to the main roads.
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MONDAY, July 31, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Cycling is a fun fitness option at every age. It's easier on your joints than some other forms of cardio, yet it's just as efficient. And you don't have to limit yourself to the stationary bike in your basement or at your gym. Getting outdoors o...
Read this article to learn the early signs of nail fungus, and find out what to do if you are seeing any of these signs on your own nails.
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THURSDAY, July 27, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- If you think you have nail fungus, you might be tempted to hide your problem with nail polish or self-treat with over-the-counter antifungal products. But you should visit a doctor instead, a dermatologist suggests.
Want to get a good workout while you do your leisure-time activities? Read this article to find out how to turn golfing and gardening into a muscle-building workout.
Golfing and Gardening Your Way to Fitness
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THURSDAY, July 27, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Leisure-time activities like golf and gardening can become efficient calorie-burning exercises -- if you tweak your routine just a bit. Here's how to turn these popular pursuits into muscle-building workouts. On the links, skip the g...
Eczema can be a serious health problem for adults which could take a heavy toll on them socially, physically, and mentally when not treated.
Eczema Can Take a Toll on Adults
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THURSDAY, July 27, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- The itchy, rashy skin condition eczema sometimes takes a heavier toll on adults than children, an expert says.
New research is showing that multitasking with gadgets could affect your brain health, and not necessarily in a good way. Read this article to learn more.
Teaching an Old Brain New Tricks
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WEDNESDAY, July 26, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- You might pride yourself on your ability to multitask. But research shows that brain health may suffer when multitasking involves many gadgets, such as surfing the web or playing a video game on your phone while you're also watching TV. Accor...
"Low Fat" and "Sugar Free" packaged foods may not be the better option when trying to be healthier. Read this article to learn which foods you may want to cross off your shopping list.
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TUESDAY, July 25, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Certain packaged foods marketed as
Finding time to get your daily workout in can be difficult. Could working out in your office be the solution? Read this article to learn some easy exercises you can do right at your desk.
Can't Get to the Gym? Work Out in Your Office!
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MONDAY, July 24, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Making time for exercise during your workday can be difficult. The good news: There are ways to discreetly slip in a workout without ever leaving your office. The bad news: No more excuses for not moving. Try these easy exerc...
Wellness visits can be a great opportunity to ask your child's pediatrician specific questions you may have, as well as see how they do with developmental, behavioral and learning assessments. Since wellness checks typically drop to once a year after they turn 3, it is important to make the most of the visit.
Making the Most of Childhood Wellness Visits
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FRIDAY, July 21, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Babies born today will have about a dozen wellness visits by the time they reach age 3. At that point, these checkups typically drop to just once a year, often before kids head back to school. So it's important to make the most of each visit, ac...
Are you shortchanging yourself on sleep? Your health may eventually start to suffer if you are.
How Much Sleep Do You Really Need?
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THURSDAY, July 20, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Health initiatives typically center on diet and fitness. But the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society state that getting enough sleep is just as important as eating right and exercising. Your health can truly suffe...
Are you ready to quit smoking? This article offers some great tips on how to stay clear of certain situations that may bring you back to your old habits.
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Certain prescription medicine can put your skin at risk when exposed to the sun. Read this article to find out what to do if you find your skin is having a reaction after sun exposure.
Some Medicines Boost Sensitivity to Sun
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MONDAY, July 17, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- It's well-known that too much time in the sun puts your skin at risk. But it's extra important to limit sun exposure when you're taking certain prescription medications, a pharmaceutical expert warns. Drug-induced photosensitivity is similar to ...
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Are you ready to quit smoking? This article offers some great tips on how to stay clear of certain situations that may bring you back to your old habits.
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Scientists are predicting that this summer, there will be an upswing in the tick population which could mean more tick-borne infections. Read this article to learn more.
Many Americans Unaware of This Year's Heavy Tick Season: Poll
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MONDAY, July 17, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Most Americans know that ticks can make them sick, and many take steps to avoid them. But few know that this summer could be a particularly bad one for tick bites, a new HealthDay/Harris Poll shows. Scientists have predicted an upswing in...
