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12 Resistance Band Moves to Build Lower-Body Strength
Using resistance bands for hip exercises can greatly increase muscle strength and improve hip joint stability.
The Surprising Freedom That Comes From Commitment
Commitment can lead to a unique kind of freedom: one from loneliness, ongoing doubt, and the overload of too many choices.
Thousands of Bottles of Prescription Antihistamine Recalled, FDA Notice Says
The FDA classified it as a Class III recall, or its lowest risk level, for the hay fever relief medication.
Taco Bell, Producer Taylor Farms, and Distributor Sysco Remove Cyclosporiasis-Linked Lettuce
Federal officials announced that iceberg lettuce supplied by a vendor to Taco Bell restaurants was identified as a likely source of the outbreak.
Americans Sent to Quarantine in Kenya After US Implements Ebola Travel Ban
The State Department said the Americans went voluntarily to the Kenyan facility.
Why Some People Feel Better Without Gluten
Many people improve after cutting gluten—but wheat, gut health, and other factors may be the real story.
Smoke From Wildfires Darkens Skies in Upper Midwest, Northeastern US
At-risk people were advised to remain indoors because of poor air quality.
GlaxoSmithKline Stops Work on Drug for Chronic Cough After Underwhelming Trial Results
‘The limited efficacy demonstrated is unlikely to transform patient care,’ the company said.
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: Here’s the Latest Case Numbers by State
34 states have reported cases so far, but some say the cases are not linked to the wider outbreak.
PMOS: 1 in 8 Women Are Affected–Here Are the Causes
Renamed from PCOS to PMOS, the condition is now recognized as a complex endocrine disorder.
Chicken Is the Most-Eaten Meat–How to Maximize Its Benefits
Chicken’s health benefits reach far beyond protein, and it’s no surprise it’s the most popular meat.
Somatic Therapy: When Healing Your Body Helps Heal Your Mind–Here’s How
Derived from the Greek word “soma,” which means body, somatic therapy encourages people to tune into physical sensations.
PMOS: 1 in 8 Women Are Affected–Here Are the Causes
Renamed from PCOS to PMOS, the condition is now recognized as a complex endocrine disorder.
How Menopause Symptoms Vary Widely by Country
Research suggests diet and culture may have an effect.
4 Ways Your Breakfast May Be Affecting Your Health
Cutting out fat and protein may seem harmless, but it can quietly throw your body out of balance.
