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A 102-year-old woman shares her recipe for a longer life: home cooking, Epsom salts, and spirituality
Pearl Taylor, 102, doesn't live in a blue zone, but her tips to live longer are akin to the regions…
Jane Ridley
3 mins read
Epsom salt baths may feel great but the unique health benefits are questionable, according to medical experts
People use epsom salt baths for muscle relief and stress. But, there's little evidence to support e…
Sanjana Gupta,Jason McKnight
5 mins read
I tried a sensory-deprivation tank to overcome my claustrophobia. It was uncomfortable at first, but I'd do it again.
I have claustrophobia and tried floatation therapy in a sensory-deprivation tank. It was uncomforta…
Lola Méndez
2 mins read
What to know about swimmer's itch, a rash caused by a tiny parasite found in water contaminated by animal poop
Swimmer's itch, which may appear as red bumps after exposure, is a relatively harmless allergic rea…
Andrea Michelson
3 mins read
How to treat an ingrown toenail at home and when to see a doctor
Ingrown toenails can be caused by too-tight shoes, a fungal infection, or improperly cutting your n…
Rebecca Strong,Jason McKnight
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7 ways to unclog a toilet when you don't have a plunger
A plunger isn't the only option to unclog a toilet. You can also use hot water, dishwashing soap, b…
Kaitlyn McInnis
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Sensory deprivation tanks can help with symptoms of anxiety. I floated in one for an hour and felt my stress melt away as I unplugged from my phone and my personal responsibilities.
Multiple studies have shown sensory deprivation tanks aid in lowering stress and alleviating sympto…
Allana Akhtar
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When an episiotomy is needed and how to recover quickly
Episiotomies used to be commonplace, but now they're only used if something goes wrong during the b…
Kelly Burch,Lauren Demosthenes
10 mins read
7 home remedies to get rid of a yeast infection — and 5 unsafe remedies to avoid
One of the most effective home remedies for treating a yeast infection naturally is to insert a cap…
Callie Tansill-Suddath,Olivia…
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How to get rid of a charley horse fast and prevent it from coming back
Charley horses are extremely painful muscle cramps, but there are some quick and easy ways to get f…
Allison Torres Burtka,Jason R…
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A sitz bath is a warm soak for your privates that can help with hemorrhoids, an itchy butthole, and more
Taking a sitz bath is not only great for your backside — new moms may also benefit from the relief.…
Ashley Laderer,Jason McKnight
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7 doctor-recommended methods to treat and relieve flu symptoms
Flu symptoms can knock you down and leave you miserable, but these seven remedies can help you star…
Rebecca Strong,Tania Elliott
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I 'breastfed' my husband. He was trying to help me release a milk clog to avoid mastitis.
After giving birth to twins during the pandemic, the author feared getting mastitis and ending up i…
Conz Preti
6 mins read
How to properly clean your bong and how often you should do it
Keeping your bongs clean not only protects you from inhaling mold, it also helps your cannabis tast…
Lindsey Bartlett
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Float your worries away? A sensory deprivation tank could help with that
Floating in a sensory deprivation tank may promote relaxation, better sleep, and other health benef…
Adam Barnes,Shelley Dawson
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Peloton instructor Jess King says therapy improves her spin performance, and it's just as important as stretching
Peloton star Jess King says her mental health care is key for fitness performance. She says therapy…
Gabby Landsverk
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I spent a week following January Jones' isolation beauty routine, which includes a detox 'human stew' bath — and she's now my favorite influencer
At first I thought her bath of baking soda, Epsom salts, and apple cider vinegar was the ultimate p…
Lisa McLoughlin
4 mins read
How to manage your coronavirus vaccine side effects - including tips for avoiding painkillers
Minimize discomfort by moving your arm or taking hot showers. Use cold washcloths or ice instead of…
Aria Bendix
1 min read
I tried floatation therapy, a crazy womb-like sensory deprivation technique that can be hallucinatory
It's intended to cause extreme sensory deprivation: You lie in a closed pod in total darkness and s…
Rob Price
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These mysterious white spots in space may be a mineral similar to a laxative
A new study in the journal Nature identifies the material as a salt made of magnesium sulfate, call…