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Three concurrent studies revealed that pet ownership offers lots of physical and emotional advantages, including better self-esteem, better physical...

tags: loneliness , mental health , pet therapy , physical health

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Loneliness May Be Deadlier Than Obesity

June 5, 2018

Loneliness isn't the same thing as being alone. Rather, it's a feeling of loss or sadness due to a lack of meaningful social connections. If ...

tags: antisocial , health risk , isolation , loneliness , mental health , sleep deprivation

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A Pessimist's Guide to Feeling More Optimistic

April 17, 2018

Optimism has been proven to help control stress, boost your mood, manage pain, support healthy lifestyle choices, and reduce your risk of dying...

tags: attitude , happiness , healthy lifestyle , healthy living , mental health , optimism , stress control

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Best Workouts for Your Stress Type

April 10, 2018

Find an exercise that's right for your stress type. Find out more about types of stress and exercises that may be best for you.

tags: anger , anxiety , depression , mental health , stress , workouts

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7 Depression Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore

April 3, 2018

Depression is more than an emotional slump - it lasts longer, is more severe and affects your ability to complete everyday tasks. Despite this...

tags: depression , emotional health , lack of focus , mental health , restlessness , weight fluctuation

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Are Household Cleaning Products Damaging Your ...

March 20, 2018

Exposure to household cleaning products can harm your lungs. Find out more about the health risks, how to choose safe cleaning products and other...

tags: chemical exposure , cleaning products , lung health , natural alternatives , toxic chemicals

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5 Surprising Heart Attack Risks

January 9, 2018

Many times your heart’s health is slowly compromised by conditions like diabetes, obesity or chronic stress, which could manifest into a heart...

tags: emergency room , er , flu , heart attack , heart health , influenza

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Cranberries: The Holiday Superfood

December 12, 2017

What can be dished up tart or sweet and melds with turkey and trail mix as easily as bread and sauces? Cranberries. And they're so good for you...

tags: christmas food , cranberries , health food , holiday food

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The Best and Worst Supplements for Joint Health

September 26, 2017

Read this before hitting up the vitamin shop.

tags: capsaicin , chondroitin , curcumin , glucosamine , joint health , joint health supplements , omega-3 oil , supplements

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4 Steps to Better Eye Health

August 14, 2017

Your eyes add more depth to each daily experience. Simply put, they're one of your most prized possessions.

tags: diabetic eye disease , glaucoma , macular degeneration , uva radiation , uvb radiation , uv rays , vision health

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How Eating Chocolate Makes You Smarter

May 16, 2017

Good news for chocolate lovers. Your favorite sweet indulge now boasts 3 new health benefits.

tags: chocolate , dark chocolate , heart health

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6 Ways to Spring Clean Your Mind

April 25, 2017

Springtime often inspires us to declutter our homes and yards, but it's also a good time to consider cleaning out our mental and emotional spaces:...

tags: emotional health , journal , relaxation , self-care , spring clean

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How Eating Chocolate Makes You Smarter

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