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Global Glamour: Natural Beauty Aids from India

Aug 30, 2013 12:13PM

Coconut oil, rosewater, chickpea flour and herbs are among the natural, inexpensive ways that women in India enhance their feminine appeal.

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The Humble Apple May Ace Cancer: One a Day Keeps Your Risk Away

Aug 30, 2013 12:13PM

An apple a day cuts the risk of deadly colorectal cancer in half and also stems the growth of liver, breast, esophageal and stomach cancers.

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Yoga Relieves Back Pain: Ease Chronic Discomfort, Naturally

Aug 30, 2013 12:13PM

Two new studies find that with just 12 weeks of yoga classes, chronic back pain can improve 61 percent and sick days can be cut by 75 percent.

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Jog or Walk to Live Longer: Add Years to Your Life

Aug 30, 2013 12:13PM

Just 90 minutes of jogging a week makes a person 44 percent less likely to die from any cause and adds years to a life, report Danish researchers after a 30-year study.

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Umbilical Cord Bingo: The Benefits of Waiting to Clamp and Cut

Jul 31, 2013 01:16PM

Waiting three to five minutes to cut and clamp the umbilical cord makes babies far less likely to be anemic or iron deficient up through preschool years, say European childbirth experts.

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Toddlers Want to Help Out: Young Children Show Signs of Genuine Concern

Jul 31, 2013 01:16PM

Sure, two-year-olds cry a lot, but research shows they like to jump right in to help a struggling adult pick up crayons and, if held back from helping, showed sympathy.

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Blogging Away Teen Troubles: An Effective Way to Relieve Stress

Jul 31, 2013 01:15PM

In a recent study, anxious teens that blogged online about their stress points and received positive comments showed more improvement than those that preferred private “Dear Diary” entries.

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Never Too Old to Quit: It's Not Too Late to Save Your Life

Jul 31, 2013 01:15PM

Smokers who kick that habit in their 60s, 70s and 80s still extend their life expectancy, while of those that continue smoking, one in two dies of the habit.

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Another Plus for Natural Birth: Benefits for Baby's Brain

Jul 31, 2013 01:15PM

Yale researchers report that vaginal birth triggers a protein that helps brains function better all the way to adulthood.

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Colorful Plates for Picky Eaters: Help for Parents Trying to Push Nutrition

Jul 31, 2013 01:15PM

Kids love bright colors – including meals that feature at least seven items with at least six different colors. Adults are happy with just three of each.

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