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5 Tips for Battling Dry Lips

Lips don't have oil and sweat glands, so it's up to you to protect them. What are five things you can do to battle dry lips?

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Can melatonin help you sleep better?

Sometimes, you just can't sleep. It might be a bad dream or a too-late cup of coffee or a list of worries, but whatever the reason, you're staring at the ceiling, wide awake. Will a melatonin supplement bring you blessed relief?

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Heartburn

Worried about Thanksgiving dinner and how you'll feel after eating it? Learn about the causes of heartburn and treatments for heartburn.

Digestion Process Video Extreme Heartburn

Does drinking ice water burn calories?

Heating things up burns calories -- that's a scientific fact. But can drinking ice water really help you burn calories?

Calories and Exercise Controlling Food Portions

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Life Stages cover the phases and changes that occur during the human life cycle. From Birth and Infancy to Aging, know what to expect and how to thrive in each stage. See more »

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Death & Dying

Death & Dying is an inevitable fact of life. Learn about the most common causes of death, life expectancy, and more in this section. See more »

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Medical Encyclopedia

The Medical Encyclopedia - with more than 3,000 medical terms - from acne to X-ray, are defined in straightforward, easy-to-understand language with helpful illustrations. Learn how to manage your diabetes, how to treat poison ivy and what to expect during a biopsy. See more »

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Sex & Reproduction are vital parts of the human life cycle. Topics include contraception options, reproductive anatomy, and pregnancy. See more »

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Skin Care

Skin care is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also for our overall health. Our skin's health can affect our entire body, and skin problems can be signals of greater internal health issues. This section covers everything to do with skin care. See more »