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What Is ‘Sad Beige Parenting’ and Is It Harmful to Babies?

Don’t lose sleep over color palettes — your ‘sad beige baby’ couldn’t care less

Tips for Day-to-Day Living With Friedreich’s Ataxia

Advocating for yourself and prioritizing self-care can smooth the ups and downs of life with FA

How To Recognize and Cope With Emotional Stress

Try mindfulness, healthy lifestyle changes and making time to relax to help combat emotional stress

What To Know About the 5:2 Diet

It’s a type of intermittent fasting that restricts calories two days per week

Back to School

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Building a Healthy Lunch for Students

A well-balanced lunch should include a protein, whole grain, fruit and vegetables, and a healthy snack

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Is Your Child’s Bookbag Weighing Them Down? Here’s How To Lighten the Load

For starters, pick the right size backpack for your child, with wide, padded straps

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Your Water Bottle May Be Growing Mold: Here’s How To Prevent It

Mold and bacteria in your reusable water bottle can cause health issues like infections, respiratory issues and allergic reactions

Nutrition and Healthy Eating

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Is Starting Your Day With Lemon Water Healthy?

A glass of lemon water in the morning can help with digestion and boost vitamin C levels, and may even help get you into a better routine

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6 Key Differences Between Vitamin K and Potassium

Both micronutrients support body functions, but there are key differences, like what foods have them and what jobs they do

Common Concerns

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How Weaponized Incompetence Can Hurt Your Relationships

This tactic is when one person avoids or refuses to do a task and uses their ‘incompetence’ as an excuse in order to sidestep responsibilities

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Do Statins Cause Weight Gain?

Statin use has been associated with weight gain but the reasons aren’t clear — and the benefits of statins far outweigh the risks

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Is Constipation Causing Your Back Pain?

It might be, but it’s more likely that your symptoms of constipation and back pain are caused by underlying conditions

Taking Care of Family

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How To Cope With Empty Nest Syndrome

Communicating with your family, setting expectations and finding healthy distractions can make life easier once your kiddo flies the coop

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Yes, You Can Get Pregnant While Breastfeeding

You may have a lower chance of getting pregnant while nursing — but it’s still possible

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When and How To Wean Your Baby Off Bottles and Sippy Cups

Ideally, you want your toddler to be drinking from a ‘big kid cup’ by age 2

Recent Articles

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September 3, 2024/Recipes
Recipe: Fish Kebabs With Tomato-Caper Salsa

Expand your grilling options with this simple, tasty dish

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August 30, 2024/Skin Care & Beauty
Why Do I Sweat So Much? 9 Reasons

Exercise, weather, anxiety, hormone changes and spicy foods can cause you to perspire more than usual

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August 30, 2024/Skin Care & Beauty
Shaving vs. Waxing: What’s Better for Your Skin?

Your hair removal routine will depend on your pain tolerance, budget and skin sensitivities

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August 29, 2024/Sex & Relationships
Is It Love or Limerence? Here’s How To Tell the Difference

Limerence feels more like addiction or obsession than romantic love

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August 29, 2024/Nutrition
What Is ‘Girl Dinner’?

This quirky food trend is harmless, as long as you’re getting enough protein, fiber and healthy fats

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August 29, 2024/Exercise & Fitness
Dynamic vs. Static Stretching: Is One Better?

While one focuses on stretching through movement, the other requires holding poses for 30 to 90 seconds — both can have a place in your fitness routine

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August 29, 2024/Recipes
Recipe: Whole-Grain Mexican Pilaf

Ready in 15 minutes!

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August 28, 2024/Nutrition
Can Lettuce Water Actually Help You Sleep?

While it’s rich in antioxidants, this leafy water trend is likely not much of a sleep inducer

Living With Chronic Conditions