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Tart at Heart May 7, 2008 A new study shows there may be strong link between tart cherries and cardiovascular health
A Wii Bit Smarter? April 28, 2008 New video games attempt to activate the mind, but even those in the business question whether the games really boost brainpower
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
Begin to Hope April 11, 2008 Relatives of Parkinson’s sufferers are more likely to experience depression but experts say following these five tips offers many reasons for hope
Check Mate April 4, 2008 In the search for love, security, romance and similar interests are compromised for good looks, money and power
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
Flirty Mind March 24, 2008 Steady relationships can benefit from the same winks and smiles that brought excitement to the first date
Bone-up! March 14, 2008 A recent study shows older men with Parkinson’s disease have a greater risk of bone fractures
Shop for a Healthy Heart March 7, 2008 Government-approved labeling leads consumers to make better choices
Begin to Hope February 29, 2008 A new study reveals that even as symptoms of depression begin to dwindle, feelings of hopelessness can linger
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
Depression Differences in Older Men & Women February 20, 2008 Sex appears to have an effect on how susceptible people are to depression - and how likely they are to remain depressed
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
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?
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
She Works Harder for the Money January 18, 2008 New study reveals gender-based inequality in the workplace
Ha-Ha-Ha-Healthy January 11, 2008 Laughter eases the pain in more ways than one and could even add happiness to a relationship
Monday, Muddy Monday January 4, 2008 Overcome the start-of-the-week blues with a few simple steps on the weekend
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
A Bridge Over Troubled Water Coolers December 21, 2007 When office talk gets too steamy or controversial, even an intern has the right to say 'enough is enough'
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
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
Tofu or Not Tofu? November 30, 2007 Health-seekers are flocking to a versatile soybean product that offers both health and taste benefits
Predicting Alzheimer’s Risk to You November 28, 2007
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
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
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
New Information About Breast Cancer Recurrence In Young Women November 2, 2007 Why women 40 years and younger with early-stage breast cancer could benefit from receiving an additional high dose of radiation
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
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
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
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?
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
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
Gossip Folks September 14, 2007 How to understand – and avoid – gossip at work
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
How Does Your Helicopter Fly? August 31, 2007 Is hovering over your child's every move causing more harm than good?
Stock-Up for Quick-Fix Meals August 24, 2007 Avoid the takeout doldrums by having a large supply of easy-to-prepare, low-fat foods
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
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
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
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
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
Next Up, a Gym for the Mind July 26, 2007 Dr. Elkhonon Goldberg, brain scientist
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
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
Goodbye, Negativity … Hello, Intimacy July 8, 2007 Change your outlook to remove the ‘bad’ and improve even the closest relationships
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
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
Fighting the New Fight Against Alzheimer’s Disease June 15, 2007 With the number of sufferers expected to quadruple by the year 2050, researchers and scientists have isolated an antibody that could help treat and prevent Alzheimer’s disease
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
Sneeze and the World Sneezes with You June 1, 2007 Red eyes, wheezing and sneezing – these days it seems like everyone is allergic to something
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
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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