All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Highlights: June 5, 2019

    Former CDC Director Pleads Guilty to Sex Abuse Congo Ebola Cases Exceed 2,000 Beverly HillsIs First U.S. City to Stop Most Tobacco Sales Apple Watch Adding Menstrual Cycle Tracker

    • Posted June 5, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Nasal Spray Safety

    For people who use nasal sprays to combat seasonal allergies, it’s important to follow safety guidelines, says the Allergy & Asthma Network. When using a nasal spray. you should: Aim away from the center of your nose....

    • Posted June 5, 2019
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  • Sweet, Healthier Treats From Your Stand Mixer

    Are you in the mood to mix up something sinful, but don’t want to wreck your healthy eating plans? Use a stand mixer to do the heavy blending and whipping for three better-for-you treats. Do-ahead pizza dough:...

    • Posted June 4, 2019
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  • A 5-Minute Recipe for Stress Relief

    Whether it comes from demands at home, a slow commute or monthly bills, it’s hard to escape stress. Beyond affecting your mood, it can play havoc with your health, from lost sleep and stress-eating to weight gain...

    • Posted June 4, 2019
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  • Caffeine, Nicotine Withdrawal Can Cause Problems in the ICU: Study

    Sudden withdrawal from coffee and cigarettes can trigger symptoms that mimic serious disease, leading to unnecessary tests in hospital intensive care units, a new review concludes. “Nicotine and caffeine are some of the most commonly used and...

    • Posted June 4, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Over-the-Counter Drugs That Don’t Mix With Alcohol

    Scores of over-the-counter and prescription drugs interact poorly with alcohol, says the American Addiction Centers. Side effects of mixing alcohol and certain drugs range from nausea to organ damage, the organization says. Some drugs that do not...

    • Posted June 4, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Understanding Liver Spots

    Liver spots are flat, dark areas of pigment that appear on the skin — often on areas exposed to the sun. The likelihood of getting such spots tends to rise as we age, says MedlinePlus. Common after...

    • Posted June 4, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: June 4, 2019

    California Ends Warning Over Coffee and Cancer FDA Finds Toxic Nonstick Compounds in Grocery Store Foods Label Error Forces Recall of Cough Syrup 2 Million Patient Files May Have Been Stolen From Quest Diagnostics

    • Posted June 4, 2019
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  • Say Cheers to Lighter Summer Drinks

    Want to celebrate longer days and warmer nights with fewer calories? Try these smart ways to cut the calories from favorite cocktails. If you’re a daiquiri diehard, skip the packaged mixers and sugary concentrates. Make your own...

    • Posted June 3, 2019
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  • The Dangers of Being a People-Pleaser

    Being thoughtful and caring are great qualities to have, but if you go out of your way to get people to like you, you could be a people-pleaser, with unfortunate consequences for your own well-being. If you’re...

    • Posted June 3, 2019
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