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Diet & Nutrition
This Is Why It’s Safe To Drink The Eggs In Eggnog
Sarah Jacoby
Dec 24, 2015
Sex
These 4 Relationship Styles Predict How Long Yours Will Last
Sarah Jacoby
Dec 23, 2015
Mind
Here’s What You Should Know About Seasonal Affective Disorder
Sarah Jacoby
Dec 23, 2015
Mind
Why Experiences Don’t Always Make The Best Gifts
By now, you've probably heard it a thousand times: We should all be spending our money on experiences rather than things. But a new study reminds us t
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
3 Ways To Deal With Social Anxiety At Holiday Parties
It's holiday season — and holiday party season. And, as new survey results reveal, for many of us, that can bring on some serious social anxiety
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Sarah Jacoby
Sex
How To Deal With 5 Types Of Unrequited Love
It's never fun to be on either side of an unrequited-love scenario: a situation in which one person has feelings for someone else who doesn't ret
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Sarah Jacoby
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Fitness
This 16-Year-Old Track Star Is The Youngest U.S. Athlete To Go Pro
In June, 16-year-old Candace Hill sprinted 100 meters in 10.98 seconds, making her the fastest girl in the U.S. Now, she's signed an endorsement deal
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
This Social Network Is Just For People With Depression
Refinery29 is exploring mental health topics as part of our partnership withClinton Global Initiative University.One of the most damaging elements of depre
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Sarah Jacoby
Sex
3 Reasons Cuddling Could Be Good For Your Health
There's really nothing better than getting to spend an afternoon snuggled up on the couch with your sweetie. And, as this new video from DNews explain
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
This Personality Trait Measures How Easily Distracted You Are
If you have a hard time getting through pretty much anything without flipping through Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter again (just for good measur
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Sarah Jacoby
Body
Why Having A C-Section Isn’t Always Riskier For Babies
We're used to thinking that having a C-section sets kids up for higher chances of having all kinds of health problems. But a new study suggests that,
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
About That Study Linking Antidepressants To Autism…
A new study linking the use of antidepressants in pregnancy to childhood autism has headlines flying. But this is one that could use a healthy dose of skep
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Sarah Jacoby
Diet & Nutrition
This Could Be What’s Causing Your Gluten Sensitivity
Whether you're a gluten-free-bagel fan or you think it's all just a fad, gluten sensitivity (without celiac disease) is still controversial. Howe
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
How Basic Politeness Can Reduce The Effects Of Stress
From deep breathing to angry naps, we've tried pretty much every quick stress-relief tip out there. But according to new research, one of the easiest
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
New Study Suggests Happiness Doesn’t Make You Healthy
Being happy is supposedly good for us. But what about being cranky? Well, a new study suggests that there's nothing unhealthy about being in a bad moo
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
How To Deal With Anxiety When Horrible Things Are Happening In Th...
Mass shootings and looming threats of terrorism are scary even when we're not personally connected to them. And while fear is a totally normal reactio
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
People Are Using Pinterest To Talk About Their Depression
Pinterest isn't just for finding your next mason-jar-based craft. Now, the site has its own thriving mental-illness-focused community. And in a new st
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Sarah Jacoby
Diet & Nutrition
Everything You Need To Know About The Latest E. Coli Outbreak
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Sarah Jacoby
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Body
Soon You’ll Be Able To Wear An Ibuprofen Patch
Get ready to upgrade your over-the-counter meds: A team of researchers has created an ibuprofen patch that can relieve pain for up to 12 hours, reports Giz
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Sarah Jacoby
Body
Why Being Sleep-Deprived Makes You So Cranky
After a night of tossing and turning, we're definitely upset. And we admit to sometimes, maybe, kind of taking it out on other people. Now, a new stud
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Sarah Jacoby
Fitness
26 Plus-Size Yoga Picks That Won’t Put You To Sleep
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
This Photographer Documented Her Sister’s Life With Schizoa...
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Sarah Jacoby
Sex
Will Getting Married
Really
Make You Happier?
We often think of marriage as the ultimate symbol of emotional connection with another person. But a new study suggests you don't have to go all the w
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Sarah Jacoby
Fitness
Why Your 20s Are The Perfect Time To Start Exercising
Of course getting your gym time in is important: It helps improve your mood and energy levels, reduces your risk for disease, and can help you feel like a
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
Women With More Tattoos Have Higher Self-Esteem
Those of us with tattoos know that it takes a certain level of confidence to put your favorite quote or design on your body permanently. So it's proba
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Sarah Jacoby
Body
A New Study Proves You Should Stop Believing This Common Gender Myth
Do you have a “male brain” or a “female brain?” Well, actually, according to a new study, you have both. For the study, published o
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Sarah Jacoby
Fitness
24-Year-Old Runner With Autism Featured On The Cover Of
Women...
Every year Women's Running magazine holds a reader contest to highlight one runner on the cover. Now, in the contest's third year, they're c
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Sarah Jacoby
Mind
If You’re Terrified Of Going To The Dentist, Try This
For most of us, going to the dentist is a chance to pamper our pearly whites. But for others, it's like entering a den of endless nightmares. Luckily,
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Sarah Jacoby
Diet & Nutrition
“Sugar-Free” Snacks Are Still Bad For Your Teeth
We're well aware of just how bad sugar can be for us, but a new report suggests that simply opting for the “sugar-free” versions of your f
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Sarah Jacoby
Diet & Nutrition
This Is What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Too Much
This article was originally published on November 27, 2014. Well, you've done it, haven't you? You gobbled up your Thanksgiving dinner, and now y
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Sarah Jacoby
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