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Are these words damaging your eyesight? Here’s some important information on computer screens and eye damage, plus advice on how to avoid it.

When it comes to choosing friends, maybe you should take some advice from your husband — here’s why.

You know those proposed soda taxes? As it turns out, they’ll have to be pretttttty high if they’re going to make any sort of difference.

Addicted to washing your hands? Hygiene is important, but being too vigilant could be making you fat.

If you lose weight, what are you chances of regaining it? Some estimates say that 95 percent will gain it back — ouch!

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Thank goodness for your wife — studies show that men who are married live longer … because their wives nag them so much.

Want to never look fat again? Here are some slimming fashion tips that … Read more

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Tired of the same old produce? Stock your kitchen with items from under the sea — underwater veggies are delicious and nutritious.

Looking for some new eye candy and/or workout inspiration? Men’s Fitness has counted down the top 25 fittest men in the world.

Hey, cheer up! Studies show that being optimistic is key to maintaining good health.

Which is better for weight loss — diet or exercise? Studies have found that one is more effective than the other.

Addicted to those sanitizing hand gels? You might want to save your money — experts have found that they’re not nearly as effective as they claim to be.

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Is your diet causing you to lose sleep? If you’re tossing and turning all night, here are some foods you should definitely avoid.

Love carrot cake? Great news — you can enjoy it sans guilt with this rehabbed recipe.

Got, er, movement problems? Here are some tips on how to stay regular naturally.

If you’re trying to lose weight, the first step is always to drink more water. But one scientist argues that too much water might actually be making you fat.

How does Meryl Streep keep her skin looking so fresh? An expert weighs in on what she must be doing right.

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Ever feel like you’re physically incapable of putting a stop to your bad eating habits? Smokers fall victim to the ongoing cycle of endless cravings, and it can sometimes seem like we’re caught up in a similar pattern when it comes to eating excessive amounts of unhealthy food.

But while smokers can blame their habit on a need for nicotine, eaters can’t claim the same physical addiction … or can we? Recent studies suggest that people can get addicted to too much junk food, and it can be as serious as an addiction to drugs.

The studies, which were published recently in Nature Neuroscience, claim that excessive food intake can cause changes in the brain that lead to chemical dependency. It all has to do with the neurotransmitter Dopamine, which acts as a reward in the brain and is released when a person or animal engages in pleasurable activities.

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Fretting about Easter eggs already? Don’t worry — studies show that small amounts of dark chocolate eggs might actually be good for you. So the only thing to worry about is how to stop after a few.

We all know that fast food is bad for our health, but recent studies show that it’s bad for our personality too! Ouch.

Think your kids are especially lazy? Well, at least you can take comfort in knowing that they’re not the only ones — studies of over 30 countries show that a third of the world’s young ones are couch potatoes.

Dealing with diabetes? Here are some tips on how to manage your injections.

Need another reason to quit smoking? Research shows that excessive puffing lowers your IQ.

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Here’s another reason to let out an anguished groan when your alarm clock goes off at an ungodly hour tomorrow morning: Your job might be making you fat, particularly if you hold a stressful position, recent studies say. Those of us who slave away at … Read more

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Which would you choose if given the option of cupcakes or cash? Surveys show that you’re probably going to go for the cupcakes …

What do you think of Dove’s “Real Women” campaign? A … Read more

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Got knee problems? While some say they’re awful for your feet, new studies show that flip flops might actually help your joints.

Time to start digging for your old legwarmers and headbands — Jane Fonda’s back, and she’s hosting the first-ever World Fitness Day on May 1st.

Are you tossing and turning all night? If you’re losing sleep, you might be depressed without even knowing it — here are some signs you should look out for.

Think having your own in-home personal trainer is just a pipe dream? In this economy, anything is possible …

Are you sure you’ve got a healthy diet? Not so fast sneaky sugar and stealthy salt could be hiding in your foods.

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Each morning, we dish out a few links we love. Turns out it’s lucky we’re known as the land of maple syrup — studies show that the sweet stuff is really beneficial to your health! Who stresses the most? A new Canadian study show who’s at the … Read more

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Ladies, are you having trouble meeting the general recommendation of 30 minutes of exercise five days a week? Then you’re definitely not going to like the latest reports claiming that we actually need more than double that amount to keep our weight in check. Studies published this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association insist that women need at least an hour of moderate exercise a day to fight the flab that creeps up with age.

The findings are based on research that monitored nearly 35,000 non-dieting middle-aged women over a 13-year time period. During that time, the only women who gained little or no weight were the ones who started off with a BMI of 25 or less and who exercised for at least an hour a day — and that group accounted for only about 13 percent of participants. It doesn’t take a genius to figure out the math here — you have to log seven hours of fitness a week, and I’m guessing many of us don’t even get half of that. Who has the time?

Continue reading Women, You Need More Exercise Than You Think

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Want your kids to eat their veggies? Studies show the key is in keeping things simple by just steaming or boiling them.

Eating too fast and over-seasoning are just a couple of bad food practices and there are many more. Are you guilty of any of these eight big ones?

What’s the only proven way to slim down? If you ask David Letterman, diet pills are the only thing that really works — that’s according to a recent speech he made to healthy chef Jamie Oliver.

Good news, barbecue lovers — studies show the barbecue sauces are good for your health.

Think Facebook is harmless fun? Think again — experts are claiming it’s to blame for a rise in syphilis.

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Each morning, we dish out a few links we love. Why are so many people overweight these days? Blame the government … and seven other things that have lead to our expanding waistlines over the years. Call it the Supersize Phenomenon — … Read more

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Quinoa isn’t just for vegetarians — if you’re still not loading up on this fantastic grain, here are some reasons why you should make it a staple in your diet.

Grey’s Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo … Read more

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You might not be willing to jump off a bridge for your friends, but they could be affecting your health without you even realizing it. Sure, you probably learned a thing or two from the After School Special on peer pressure, but all the same, recent … Read more

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If you wouldn’t mind losing a few, try stocking up on these items — they’ve been declared the all-time best food for weight loss.

Still not sure about flax? Here are the facts on this great grain, as well as some advice on how to add it to your diet.

Obesity isn’t the only issue kids have to worry about — getting too much exercise is also a problem.

Is Diet Coke a good alternative to soda or a nutritional nightmare? Here’s the deal on this calorie-free drink.

Love apple juice? Be careful — some recent reports suggest that it may have arsenic in it.

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Looking for stagette ideas? Forget cosmo-guzzling marathons — why not do something healthy like a bachelorette bootcamp?

Staying in this weekend? Maybe you should make plans with a friend — studies show that loneliness is bad for your health.

On March 27th, Tom and Gisele want you to turn off your lights. Here’s why you should do it and how to participate.

Looking for some dinner inspiration? Try adding sweet potatoes to your plate — they’re delicious and full of vitamins.

Love to snack? You can nosh all day long and still lose weight with these smart snacking strategies.

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Feeling a little green today after some St. Paddy’s Day revelry? Here are a few hangover facts to help ease your aching head.

Had a recent break up? So did Jennifer Love Hewitt, and she’s written a … Read more

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Losing weight is really just about math — the calories you take in need to be a bit less than the calories you burn. And while most good dieters know to check the labels on the foods they eat to make sure they are waistline-friendly, new research … Read more

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Parenting is hard work. But it’s not as hard as you think, at least from a physical perspective. While chasing after small kids and doing countless hours of housework might feeling like it’s burning off all your last remaining reserves of energy, new … Read more

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