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What is a calorie deficit?

By Maddy Biddulph published

Reference What is a calorie deficit and how can it help with weight loss?

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Does the human body replace itself every 7 years?

By Donavyn Coffey published

Your body's cells are constantly replicating themselves, but the rate of renewal depends on where those cells are located and what they do.

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What is forest bathing?

By Kirsten McEwan published

Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, originated in Japan.

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Monkeypox may present with unusual symptoms, CDC warns

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The CDC issued new guidance for health care providers.

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Low carb diet: history, benefits & risks

By Anna Gora published

Could a low carb diet help you to lose weight? Here’s what you need to know

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What is bone density?

By Dan Cooper published

referencr What is bone density and why is it critical to our overall health?

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Why do we shiver when we're cold?

By Charles Q. Choi published

If the surface of your skin gets too chilly, the brain sets into motion a series of warming tricks such as shivering.

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Lactose intolerance: causes, symptoms & treatments

By Anna Gora published

Suspect you're suffering from lactose intolerance? Find out more in our complete guide to the condition

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Best air purifiers for allergies 2022: Top-rated purifiers to help you breathe easier

By Molly Cleary, Lou Mudge published

BUYING GUIDE Breathe easy this allergy season with one of the best air purifiers for allergies – tried and tested

BUYING GUIDE
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Monkeypox may have undergone 'accelerated evolution,' scientists say

By Ben Turner published

The virus is mutating up to 12 times faster than expected.

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How body fat is calculated

By Maddy Biddulph published

reference How body fat is calculated: how to measure body fat and why it’s important

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The best and worst foods for teeth

By Louise Bond published

Reference Want a pearly white smile? Here’s what you need to know about the best and worst foods for teeth

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Demonstrators gather in front of the U.S. Supreme Court as the justices hear arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health, a case about a Mississippi law that bans most abortions after 15 weeks, on December 01, 2021 in Washington, DC.

Roe v. Wade overturned by Supreme Court

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Thirteen states have "trigger laws" that will ban abortion almost immediately.

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Home Chef review

By Lizzy Briskin published

Review We tested the Home Chef meal kit for one week to evaluate the experience, food, and quality. Here’s how we found it

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What is the raw food diet?

By Lou Mudge published

reference Everything you need to know about following the raw food diet, including potential health benefits, risks and foods to avoid

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LG Puricare 50-pint dehumidifier review

By Alyssa Mercante published

Review The LG Puricare 50-pint dehumidifier (UD501KOG5) features an easily emptied bucket, LED display and more – but is it worth the price?

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Best bargain Philips electric toothbrush deals this month

By Patricia Carswell, Morgan Bailee Boggess McCoy published

Deals These awesome Philips electric toothbrush deals can save you over $230

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What causes bleeding gums?

By Louise Bond published

Reference Here’s the lowdown on what you need to know about bleeding gums, including how to ease the symptoms

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Alternate day fasting: what is it and how does it work?

By Lou Mudge published

Reference Everything you need to know about alternate day fasting, including the benefits and risks

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Good carbs vs bad carbs: what you need to know

By Maddy Biddulph published

We break down the differences between good carbs vs bad carbs – and which ones you should be eating