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A pile of assorted OTC cold and flu medications.

What Ingredients Are *Really* in Your Cold Medicine?

Navigate the maze of over-the-counter meds with clarity! Discover the real story behind cold medicine ingredients, from their benefits to potential risks.

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A woman lays on her couch with a high fever, blowing her nose, trying to identify her red flag symptoms.

Red Flag Symptoms: When to Seek Care (and When to Relax)

Discover how to identify "red flag symptoms" that indicate potentially life-threatening conditions and when it's essential to seek immediate medical attention.

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A bag of garlic, and immune-support food, on its side, overflowing with garlic cloves.

How to Get the Immune-Support Vitamins You Need… Without Supplements

The best way to incorporate immune-support vitamins? Learn to eat strategically! See our top recommendations for immune-supporting food choices.

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A woman holds a glass of water to help her with taking megadoses of vitamins.

Is Taking Megadoses of Vitamins Really a Good Idea?

In this post, unravel the truth about taking megadoses of vitamins. Learn about potential risks, the best sources of nutrition, and more.

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A group of friends try speed walking, an aerobic exercise, after their anaerobic Pilates class.

Which Is Better: Aerobic or Anaerobic Exercise?

Explore the aerobic vs anaerobic debate. Learn their unique benefits and how to incorporate both for a healthier lifestyle.

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A person holds their hand in front of a sunny sky while holding vitamin D supplements.

9 Benefits of Supplementing Your Diet With Vitamin D

Vitamin D can be a powerful aid to a healthful diet. Learn about the far-reaching physiological benefits of vitamin D, whether it’s from food, sun, or supplements.

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A green stethoscope lies curled on a blank medical chart next to a pen.

The 4 Pitfalls of Health: Understanding the Root Causes of Disease

Discover the 4 pitfalls of health — inflammation, insulin resistance, oxidative stress, and catabolic physiology — aka, the root causes of almost all disease.

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After learning how to read medication labels properly, a woman examines an OTC medicine in a drugstore aisle.

How to Read Medication Labels for OTC Products

Learn how to read medication labels and decipher important information, such as dosage and ingredients, to make safe and informed choices with OTC drugs.

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A nurse checks the blood pressure of a young man who wants to know what a good blood pressure is.

What Is a ‘Good’ Blood Pressure?

Discover why blood pressure matters, the risks of high and low blood pressure, and the ideal blood pressure range to maintain good health.

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