All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Tip: Manage Hot Flashes

    Hot flashes are a common symptom for menopausal women. The earlier in life hot flashes begin, the longer they may last, the U.S. National Institute on Aging says. The agency suggests how to manage hot flashes: Dress...

    • Posted July 30, 2018
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  • Dim the Lights to Help Your Child Fall Asleep

    Exposure to bright light in the hour before bedtime can make it difficult for kids to fall asleep, family health experts warn. As day changes to night, the body increases production of a sleep-inducing hormone called melatonin....

    • Posted July 29, 2018
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  • Shield Yourself From the Summer Sun

    When you’re out having fun in the sun this summer, remember to take steps to prevent sunburn. Along with being painful, sunburns can cause lasting damage that can lead to a number of skin problems, including skin...

    • Posted July 28, 2018
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  • Tap Into the Health Powers of Garlic

    As scientists look into the effects of diet on health, they’re finding that more and more everyday foods offer benefits that go well beyond making dishes tastier. Garlic, an ingredient found in almost every cuisine, has emerged...

    • Posted July 27, 2018
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  • Using Smartphones During Lectures = Lower Grades

    College students might want to leave their smartphones and tablets behind when they head to a lecture, new research suggests. Otherwise, the distraction might translate into a lower grade on the final exam. For the study, researchers...

    • Posted July 27, 2018
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  • Vaping Medical Pot May Not Ease COPD Symptoms: Study

    A feeling of breathlessness is the hallmark of the respiratory ailment known as COPD. Now, Canadian researchers say vaping marijuana failed to ease that symptom for most people in their study. COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is...

    • Posted July 27, 2018
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  • Health Highlights: July 27, 2018

    Gun Murders on the Rise in U.S.

    • Posted July 27, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Algae Blooms

    (HealthDay News) – Algae blooms include algae and cyanobacteria colonies that tend to form in rivers, lakes and ocean waters during warmer weather. In some cases they are just eyesores, but in others, they can produce toxins...

    • Posted July 27, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Where to Store Food

    Storing food in the right place in the kitchen can not only make your food last and taste better, but can also help protect you from foodborne illness. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says the refrigerator...

    • Posted July 27, 2018
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  • Science-Based Diet Tips That Really Work

    There’s no shortage of good diet advice, but the following tips have scientific research to support them. For starters, take the advice to never go shopping hungry one step further by eating a piece of fruit before...

    • Posted July 26, 2018
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