Is That Acne, or Is Your Skin ‘Purging’?
When a breakout is actually the sign of a new skincare product doing its job.
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We’ve Had The Same Four Vital Signs For Centuries
Why efforts to add new vital signs into the mix haven't taken off — and what that means for us.
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We All Know Inflammation Is Bad, but What Exactly Is It?
Chronic inflammation plays a role in almost every major disease.
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The Truth About ‘Boosting Your Immunity’
"The immune system needs to be maintained and fostered for longer periods of time. It builds up over the years.”
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Are Nutritional Psychologists the New Health Coaches?
Despite early, intriguing research on the diet-mental health connection, this emerging field is entirely unregulated.
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How to Make the Lifestyle Changes Your Doctor Suggests
Forming a new habit is often easier said than done. Here are researched-backed tips to help you follow through on your doctor’s orders.
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Will CBD Save Our Skin, or Is It Just Snake Oil?
CBD is showing up in all our skincare products, but the hype and the science don't line up.
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1 Question, 5 Answers: How Do I Know if I’m at a Healthy Weight?
5 experts explain what patients should know about the number on the scale, and what it says or doesn’t say about their overall health.
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