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Cut Down to Size
May 14, 2008
Weight loss surgery can change lives, but patients should be aware of its challenges and complications

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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