From staphylococcus to E. Coli, bacteria thrive on your toothbrush. Think about it: Your toothbrush lives near your toilet, which-when you flush with the seat uncovered-sprays particles into the air that can land on your bristles. (Even washing your hands can put your toothbrush in the line of bacteria fire, if it's close enough to …
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Everything You Need to Know About Chair Yoga, Including Some of the Best Poses to Try
If you've found yourself living a more sedentary life due to COVID or you're simply bent over a computer screen for most of your waking hours, you might be looking for more ways to get active. But busy schedules mean it might feel impossible to find time to take a break and center yourself. Enter …
Exercises and Stretches That Soothe Hand Cramps
There are a lot of reasons why your hands might ache. Perhaps you're currently working from home but don't have the best-possible ergonomic setup. Maybe you're spending your days planting bulbs or the evenings knitting, and the repeated motions associated with these activities are beginning to take a toll on hands and wrists. Whatever their …
Drinking Cocoa May Protect Your Heart from Stress-Induced Cardiovascular Disease
Drinking cocoa is a great way to warm up after a day spent playing in the snow or to satisfy a craving for something sweet. However, it also has some pretty impressive health benefits, scientists now say. A new study from the University of Birmingham discovered that blood vessels functioned better during times of intense …
The Best Hair Products to Use as You Age
Credit: Getty / Simon Winnall Free radicals and genetics play a part in how your hair ages, but these products can help. Start Slideshow Credit: Getty / Simon Winnall Everyone wants to age gracefully—and we know how to do it. Follow along with Live Well for beauty tips, exercise routines, and lifestyle changes to make …
8 Foods to Avoid Before a Wedding Dress Fitting
When you're on the hunt for the perfect wedding dress, there are many details to consider. Is the shade of white too white? Will this satin wrinkle? Do I really want to deal with a five-foot train? One thing you shouldn't have to worry about: If your stomach looks just a tad puffy in that …
Eight Paint Colors That Promote Wellness at Home
You know how it feels to wear an outfit in your favorite color? In an instant, a certain shade can make you feel confident, calm or chilled out. What if you could replicate that hit of emotion every day? A fresh coat of paint might do the trick. "Color therapy has been used since ancient …
Matcha vs Sencha Green Tea: Which one is better for your health?
If you love green tea but are unsure of the differences between matcha and sencha, then this article tells you all you need to know: discover their variances in taste and texture and understand their weight loss properties and numerous health benefits. In this article, you will also learn which one has more antioxidants, more …







