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Thu, 31 Dec 2009 08:38:02 -0800

Health Bits: Drink Pouring, Disinfectants
Some pour more The British government’s Know Your Limits Campaign discovered that people are pouring more than the...
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Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:05:59 -0800

Get Ready for the 100 Articles in 100 Days Marathon Challenge!
We usually kick off each year with a New Year’s Article Challenge. But this year, we don’t have to because...
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Tue, 29 Dec 2009 21:40:30 -0800

Online Help to Quit Smoking
Many people decide to quit smoking at the beginning of the New Year. Not everyone succeeds, but those who have support have the...
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Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:49:46 -0800

Ginkgo Biloba Maybe Not So Effective
A large, long-term study funded by the National Institutes of Health revealed that the popular supplement ginkgo biloba...
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Tue, 29 Dec 2009 15:03:33 -0800

Storing Breast Milk
Have you found yourself wondering how long breast milk really keeps in the refrigerator? And how do you know if it’s...
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Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:59:15 -0800

Acupuncture for Breast Cancer Patients
Not only has acupuncture been shown to be effective at reducing hot flashes in breast cancer patients, but it may also improve...
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Mon, 28 Dec 2009 19:24:57 -0800

Yoga for the New Year
If you’ve never tried yoga before, make 2010 your year to finally give it a try. Yoga has several benefits, both mental...
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Sun, 27 Dec 2009 23:16:04 -0800

Cola Link to Gestational Diabetes
If you’re pregnant, drinking several sugary soft drinks each week can increase the chance you’ll develop...
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Sun, 27 Dec 2009 17:28:35 -0800

Possible Statin Alternative: Red Yeast Rice
The findings from one small study suggest that red yeast rice supplements may be a cholesterol-lowering alternative for people...
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Sat, 26 Dec 2009 12:08:57 -0800

Future-minded Equals Healthy
If you’re looking to the future rather than immediate, present-day rewards, then you may make healthier decisions that...
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Sat, 26 Dec 2009 11:15:20 -0800

Avoiding Vitamin D Deficiency in Winter
Any season, around 70% of Americans have insufficient levels of vitamin D, but levels can drop even more in the winter months....
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Thu, 24 Dec 2009 22:43:42 -0800

Popular Women’s Resolutions for 2010
A new survey by Vital Juice found that 80% of women’s New Year’s resolutions are “do-overs” from previous...
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Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:22:01 -0800

Five Fab Health Reads as the Turkey Roasts
Can you “lose weight” in a restaurant? Women’s Health offers some smart strategies for sticking with your...
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Wed, 23 Dec 2009 23:17:23 -0800

Stepfamily Sanity During Holidays
You may remember the Stepmonster book giveaway from October. Wednesday Martin, author of Stepmonster, wants to share some...
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Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:00:52 -0800

Statins Aren’t Vitamins
I’m surprised that the FDA is considering approving the use of statins for people without high cholesterol. They’re...
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Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:08:09 -0800

Doctor’s Choice for Holiday Gifts
During doctor’s appointments, you’re probably too busy discussing your health to ask your doctor about healthy...
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Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:42:29 -0800

Win a $100 AMEX from HALLS Refresh!
HALLS Refresh is providing one lucky blisstree reader with warmth and relief this holiday season. You have a chance to win a...
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Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:41:22 -0800

Health Bits: Soy Benefits, Exercise Intent
To soy or not A new study of more than 5,000 women has found that breast cancer patients who eat more soy are less likely to...
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Sun, 20 Dec 2009 14:43:31 -0800

Forgiveness for the New Year
Carrying around hurt and anger is harmful in many ways — spiritually, physically and mentally. Who exactly should you...
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Fri, 18 Dec 2009 23:33:34 -0800

Coffee, Decaf & Tea May Lower Diabetes Risk
Finally, here’s a study for coffee lovers everywhere! Researchers who analyzed previous studies involving thousands of...
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Fri, 18 Dec 2009 19:59:10 -0800

The Cutest Holiday Greeting of the Year
This two-minute video will warm your heart more than any paper Christmas card or holiday movie ever could. It starts with a...
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Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:03:30 -0800

Less TV Means More Activity
Researchers found that adults who had a bit of help lowering their TV watching time also burned more calories. Any activity,...
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Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:04:19 -0800

Santa Needs a Makeover
The current image of Santa promotes obesity, speeding and possibly “drink-driving,” complained Australian...
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Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:35:03 -0800

Antidepressants and Stroke Risk for Women
With any drug, patients and doctors must weight the benefits against the risks. It may be time for postmenopausal women on...
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Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:59:19 -0800

When Do You Long To Look Your Best?
More women are concerned about how they look for a job interview than for their wedding! The recent “Grapefruit Guide to...
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