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With 'Baby Botox,' young adults strive to keep wrinkles from ever forming
Mon Nov 17 6:00 am
A growing number of 20-somethings are trying to freeze time with preventative Botox treatments. Here's what's behind the trend.
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'What to Eat Now' nutritionist talks SNAP, food policy and the 'triple duty' diet
Tue Nov 11 12:18 pm
Marion Nestle says we need to rethink how we eat. She recommends "real food, processed as little as possible, with a big emphasis on plants." Her new book is What to Eat Now.
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I'm pregnant but my doctor won't see me before 9 weeks. Why not? Is it OK to wait?
Tue Nov 11 7:00 am
A pregnancy test can tell you that you're expecting as early as 4 weeks, but most doctors won't see you for another month. Many women want care sooner. Why's it so hard to get and what can you do?
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Is hormone therapy for menopause right for you? 6 things to know
Tue Nov 11 5:00 am
The science around hormone therapy to treat menopause has changed a lot since the FDA issued warning labels 20 years ago. Now the labels are being removed, here are 6 things to consider.

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People want to avoid ultra-processed foods. But experts struggle to define them
Mon Nov 10 5:00 am
The evidence that ultra-processed foods are bad for us is piling up. But efforts to reduce their role in our diets face a big hurdle: experts can't agree on what they are and which to target.
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To optimize health, sync your habits with your body clock. Here's how
Mon Nov 03 5:00 am
Scientists say the return to "standard time" is good for our health. But the time change can be disruptive and we must also adjust to more winter darkness. Syncing our habits to our body clock helps.
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The time change is a chance to reset your sleep schedule – especially for teens
Sun Nov 02 6:00 am
Wondering how to help a teen get better sleep? This weekend's time change can be a boost. Here's why. Plus tips from sleep doctors to get more zzzs.
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Public health experts wary as Trump administration takes aim at aluminum in vaccines
Tue Oct 28 4:51 pm
The Trump administration is considering removing aluminum from vaccines, a move opposed by most public health experts.
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Got 3 minutes? This habit may help boost hope and reduce stress
Mon Oct 27 5:00 am
Social media can push us to the dark side, with negative content. A new study finds watching inspiring videos for just 3 minutes a day is on par with meditation for boosting mood and reducing stress.

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3 culinary tricks that might get you to eat more veggies, according to chef Roy Choi
Sat Oct 25 5:00 am
Chef Roy Choi, known for his Korean-Mexican fusion food trucks, focuses on veggie-forward dishes in a new cookbook. He shares techniques to get you excited about your greens, plus 3 flavorful sauces.
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