Wellness
There are many approaches and countless factors that make up a persons overall wellness. HowStuffWorks has extensive coverage on the different types of natural medicine such as DIY remedies and traditional Chinese medicine.
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6 Handy Uses for Witch Hazel
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Loud Films and Concerts Don't Have to Permanently Hurt Your Ears
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Smart Liposuction Overview
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Warding Off the 'Retirement Curse'
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Man's War With Unwanted Body Hair
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Do Too-tight Jog Bras Impair Breathing?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome on the Brain
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Pushups are a great upper-body exercise that people often do wrong. So what's the right way to perform a pushup and what are some variations?
By Alia Hoyt
After a night of heavy drinking, it sure would be nice not to wake up with a hangover. Some patches promise to take care of the problem can they really?
By Alia Hoyt
Microgreens are all the rage now and many people swear that they're tastier and healthier than the bigger vegetables. But what does the science say?
By Alia Hoyt
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Put down the donuts! Free food on the job can be hazardous to your health.
The keto diet is high in fat and low in carbs - ideal for quick weight loss, but not necessarily for keeping it off.
By Shaun Chavis
With roots in ancient Indian Ayurvedic tradition, saline irrigation can clear up clogged nasal passageways and alleviate some allergy symptoms when done correctly.
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Kombucha is having a moment as a probiotic that can help with all kinds of diseases. But what does the science say?
By Alia Hoyt
Hummus is a chickpea dip that has surged in popularity in the U.S. over the past decade. It sure seems healthy but is it really?
By Alia Hoyt
They're probably the bane of your middle school memories. So why do we still subject kids to these humiliating physical fitness tests?
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A new survey found that today's teens and college students are far more stressed out than older Americans are. Why do they feel this way?
By Alia Hoyt
A slew of new research suggests eating more nuts is not just good for your heart, but it's also good for your waistline.
Lots of people believe that a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar a day helps to speed weight loss. But what does science say?
By Dave Roos
CBD is an extract of the cannabis plant. It won't get you high, but it's being touted as a remedy for a whole range of health problems.
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Some people think taking a run after a night of drinking will help them to sweat out a hangover. But is this true?
By Dave Roos
We spend millions on dishwashing detergents every year, but how necessary is soap to the cleanliness of our dishes?
By Carrie Tatro
A worldwide study found that although most people consumed more salt than was recommended, it wasn't enough to do damage to their heart health. And there wasn't much of a link between sodium consumption and heart attacks.
By Alia Hoyt
After a certain age, a lot of men start growing hair in places they don't want it - and stop growing it where they do want it.
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Usually men go bald on top or at the front, while hair remains at the back of the head. What's the reason for this?
By Alia Hoyt
The FDA is supposed to ensure the foods we eat are safe. But do you know what's in the foods you're eating?
By Diana Brown
Activated charcoal is making its way into smoothies, pills and food of all kinds these days. What's the truth behind the health claims?
Could they be getting in the way of success? They might. If they're too tight.
By Alia Hoyt
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The meditative practice dates back to ancient times but is growing in popularity in the U.S. What are the benefits and are they real?
A surprising number of people do, but why? And are there any downsides to doing it?
By Alia Hoyt