Even though we're constantly reminded of the benefits of staying hydrated, drinking enough water can be a tricky business. The same is true even after you've become one with your water bottle-once it feels like an appendage, it can be difficult to put it down. After a while, you may start to wonder if you're …
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Science Says a Diet High in Tea, Berries, and Apples May Reduce Blood Pressure
It's no secret that fruits like berries and apples are loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, but a new study conducted in the United Kingdom found that those fruits also have high levels of flavanols. As it turns out, those flavanols are also positively contributing to your health. "Tea, apples, berries, nuts, and many other …
Are You a Fast Walker? A New Study Finds You May Live Longer
People who walk fast not only get from place to place in a shorter period of time, but according to new research, they also have longer to get where they're going. The fleet of foot will be thrilled to learn that a recent study published in the Mayo Clinic Journal of Mayo Clinic Proceedings found …
What Causes Tooth Sensitivity? Experts Share the Reasons Why You're Teeth Hurt and Tips for Stopping the Pain
Sensitive teeth can be bothersome at best and downright excruciating at worst—but that doesn't mean that this ailment is one you need to accept as part of everyday life. When it comes to generalized dental sensitivity, there are several causes (and solutions!) for the aching pain. While some cases of tooth sensitivity will require medical …
These Top-Rated Clear Face Masks Allow Others to Read Your Lips While Staying Safe
As you know by now, it's important to wear a mask when you're out and about. However, fabric face masks can make communication difficult, and sometimes even impossible, for anyone who is deaf or hard of hearing. To help solve this problem, a handful of retailers have created clear face masks that show one's mouth. …
Have You Been Staying Up Later and Sleeping Less This Week? Tonight's Full Moon Could Be to Blame
While getting a good night's sleep is always the goal, you might find that it's harder to get the standard eight hours of rest on some nights than it is on others. According to a new study published in Science Advances, there may be a reason why you're not falling or staying asleep: a full …
The Delightful Tradition of the Aperitif
The French and Italians have long cultivated the art of apéro and aperitivo, respectively, kicking off the night with friends at a local bar with a light, refreshing libation. And Americans have followed suit, hoisting drinks at the five o'clock cocktail hour. But what does it mean when someone offers you an aperitif? Here, we …
Happier Meals: How to Pack a Better Lunch for Your Little Ones
It's a new school year, and a new opportunity to raise your kids' lunch game, and that's true wherever class is taking place. Follow our pediatrician-approved checklist and get our lunch box ideas below. It's as easy as one, two, three, and will keep little learners alert and enthused all afternoon. Related: Healthy Dinner Ideas …
The Best Way to Clean Your Yoga Mat
Spray the mat with a mixture of about 2 cups warm water and a few drops of mild dishwashing liquid. Wipe the mat down with a clean, wet sponge or soft cloth. Repeat if any soap remains. Lay a dry towel on the mat. Roll them together to squeeze water out. Hang the mat over …
What Is a Stress Test?
If you are experiencing any symptoms that could be related to a heart condition, such as chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or shortness of breath, your doctor may recommend that a stress test be performed. And while it might sound scary at first, stress tests are quite common—and one of the most effective ways to determine …









