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Shifting Priorities: A Dose of Awe Can Make a Teen More Caring

Jul 31, 2013 01:14PM

Narcissism in youth is on the rise, but feeling wonder in the presence of something larger than one’s self can lower the “I am the center of the world” syndrome while encouraging empathy, a meta-analysis shows.

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Glories of Growing Up Grateful: Why Feeling Thankful Goes a Long Way

Jul 31, 2013 01:14PM

High-school students that feel grateful are happier, more hopeful and less likely to abuse drugs and alcohol.

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Bounce House Boo-Boos: The Not So Fun Side of these Party Staples

Jul 31, 2013 12:37PM

Injuries are skyrocketing as more young children bump into others or fall out of bounce houses.

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A Tribute to the American Elderberry: The 2013 Herb of the Year

Jul 31, 2013 12:37PM

The International Society for Horticultural Science has named the elderberry its 2013 Herb of the Year.

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Pre-Pregnancy Diet May Alter Genes: Possible Effects on an Unborn's Health

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

Scientists have found that female rats fed a poor diet had passed on DNA alterations that compromised the health of their offspring.

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A Bevy of Berry Benefits: Heart Healthy Sweetness

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

Researchers have found that strawberries kick into action a protein called Nrf2 that helps protect against cardiovascular problems.

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Healthy Metal: Copper Helps Reduce Hospital-Acquired Infections

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

The surprising new strategy for fighting the deadly surge in hospital-acquired infections is the presence of copper. When placed in intensive care units, it cut the problem by half.

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Stone Fruits Keep Waistlines Trim: Ward Off Metabolic Syndrome

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

Peaches, plums and nectarines have bioactive compounds that fight off metabolic syndrome, the thick-waist condition linked to stroke, heart disease and diabetes risks.

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Nature’s Own Sports Drink: Potassium-Packed Natural Recovery

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

Exercising hard? A deep gulp of coconut water supplies five times more potassium than a gulp of Gatorade—and will stave off muscle cramps to boot.

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Iced Tea Has Issues: Raises Risk of Kidney Stones

Jun 28, 2013 12:00PM

Slugging down iced tea in hot weather is refreshing, but black tea’s high oxalate content raises the risk of kidney stones in people prone to the condition.

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