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Stretching Before or After Exercise: Which Is Better?

Stretch before and after your workouts for maximum benefits, but your pre-workout stretches should be different from your post-workout stretches

Stevia Is Sweet — But Is It Good for You?

Studies and the FDA say this herbaceous alternative is safe in moderation, so go ahead and sprinkle away!

Managing Vasculitis: 6 Medications That May Work for You

Treatments have improved outcomes for a condition once viewed as fatal

How To Deal With Toddler Tantrums: Tips From an Expert

Stay calm, don’t give in and try to refocus their attention

June Is Pride Month

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How To Find an LGBTQIA-Friendly Pediatrician for Your Child

Local LGBT centers, online directories, visual cues and gender-affirming care or non-discrimination policies can all be helpful resources and cues

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What It Means To Be ‘Aromantic’

This romantic orientation involves little to no romantic attraction to others and exists on a spectrum

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How To Come Out Safely

Start with one person you trust, and then you can open the door to the rest of the world

Summertime Safety

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When Can Babies Go in the Pool?

Wait until they’re at least 6 months old before your little one takes their first dunk

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Summer Sniffles: Winter Isn’t the Only Time You Can Catch a Cold

Enteroviruses are often to blame for summer colds, leading to a runny nose, sore throat and digestive symptoms

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The Difference Between Mineral and Chemical Sunscreens

Mineral sunscreens have a heavier texture to create a physical barrier, while chemical sunscreens are lighter and use a chemical reaction to prevent UV damage

Nutrition and Healthy Eating

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Eating Foods With Xylitol Can Be a Risk to Your Heart

Xylitol in processed food can increase risk of heart attack and stroke — but there’s no danger in xylitol in oral care products

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How Much Protein Do You Need? And How To Get It

The general rule is 0.8 to 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight — but that may not be right for you, and it’s important to determine what’s right for you

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Recipe: Summer Veggie Potato Salad

No more gloppy potatoes and mayonnaise

Common Concerns

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5 Ways To Avoid Blisters (and the Best Way To Treat Them)

Wear properly fitted shoes, break them in ahead of time and wear moisture-wicking socks

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How To Make — and Nourish — New Friendships When You’re an Adult

Look to activities you enjoy — or try a new hobby — to help foster meeting new people

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Have Crepey Skin? Here’s How You Can Address It

Topical treatments — and even some cosmetic procedures — may help reduce the appearance of this crinkled-paper look

Taking Care of Family

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How Much Sleep Kids Need: Recommended Hours by Age

From newborn through teen years, your child’s sleep needs will change

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Sharing Isn’t Always Caring: The Risks and Dangers of ‘Sharenting’

Posting intimate details of your child’s life on social media, like their birth date and school name, can have serious consequences

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Baby on the Way? Here’s What You May Not Know About Labor and Delivery

The birthing process can take longer than you might expect, and plans can always change

Recent Articles

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How To Follow a Healthy MS Diet

A variety of healthy foods can help reduce inflammation and keep other conditions at bay

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June 27, 2024/Exercise & Fitness
Catch, Drive, Finish and Recover! The Top 7 Benefits of Rowing Machines

This low-impact, full-body workout builds strength and stamina while reducing stress

Homemade mango pineapple popsickles
June 27, 2024/Recipes
Recipe: DIY Fruit Popsicles

Go tropical with papaya, mango and pineapple!

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June 26, 2024/Oral Health
What To Eat After Oral Surgery

Soft foods like mashed potatoes, applesauce and, yes, ice cream won’t disturb your incision

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June 26, 2024/Nutrition
Black Seed Oil Benefits: Are They Real?

Far more research is needed to support the many touted health claims

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June 26, 2024/Children's Health
Building Resiliency: 6 Ways To Boost Your Teen’s Confidence and Coping Skills

Integrating coping skills into your teen’s daily routine helps turn self-care into a lifelong healthy habit

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What It Means When You Have an MS Flare-Up

Some ‘flare-ups’ are temporary and expected, others can signal a need to change therapies

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June 25, 2024/Recipes
Recipe: Creamy Kiwi-Lime Smoothie

Protein-packed with a sweet and zesty flavor

Living With Chronic Conditions