Healthy Living

Talk about sex

Hey Ladies: Let's Talk About Sex!

It's estimated that more than 40 million women suffer from low libido, and about 63 percent of women experience some type of sexual issue during their lives. Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc, author of Great Sex, Naturally, says sexual energy is about women loving and caring for themselves so they can have the vitality they need to love others.

Simple Living

The Art of Living Simply

Movies, television, print and advertising would have us believe that in order to be happy and successful, we need to accumulate more of everything—that only the newest, shiniest, fastest and trendiest will suffice. An ever-growing number of individuals are reacting with a powerful message: Enough, already.

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9 Surprising Uses for Essential Oils

Aromatherapy can change the mood of a room, but did you know it can also disinfect it? Here are nine ways you’re not using essential oils, but should be.

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7 Steps to a Stress-Busting Attitude

Stress is an inevitable part of life, but how we react to it determines how it affects us. Here’s a foolproof plan for getting the better of stress.

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The Secret to Living Longer

A new government report shows that if you hope to live long, you may want to move to Hawaii.

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The Best Foods for Your Pet

Even the most conscientious pet lover can be stymied by the myriad food choices out there. Read our expert advice on how to select the most nutritious diets for Fido and Fluffy.

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Scrubbing Troubles

A new report finds that health hazards are lurking in many popular household cleaning products—even those labeled ‘green’ or ‘natural.’

Empathy

Empathy Enhances Recovery

Does a compassionate physician help with illness recovery? A new study from Italy shows that it does.

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Top Three Tips for Home Safety

Home Safety Tips
Know Your Castle  
Mind the Gaps 
Drill, baby, drill

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Worried About Your Memory? Stimulate Your Brain!

Where did I leave my keys? What is her name again? The word is on the tip of my tongue . . . just give me a second.

Bullies

Protect Your Kids From Bullies

Bullying does more than damage a child’s spirit; it can cause a lifetime of mental, physical and emotional pain. Here’s how to recognize it and how to stop it.

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Is "Dirty Electricity" Making You Sick?

What would we do without electricity? It keeps the lights on and all of our gadgets running smoothly. But can it also make us sick? Best-selling author Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD, sheds some light on this controversial topic.

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10 Tips to Spring Clean Your Home and Your Mind

Spring cleaning isn't just for your home—it's for you, too. Just as we hang onto physical things we don't need, we also keep behaviors, attitutes and relationships that drag us down. Take the duster to your life, and fill up bags of all that stuff that is cluttering your home, your mind and your soul.

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The Science of Sound

Tuning out of everyday noise and into positive sounds can benefit both body and mind. Whether you are signing, playing or just listening, music can be healing.

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Till Death Do Us Part

Physician-assisted death, often called physician-assisted suicide, is a controversial issue. Emergency room physician Bill Benda, MD, weighs in and provides his perspective after recently losing his mother.

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Friends With Benefits: Explore the Healing Power of Pets

While searching for solutions to ailments, the answer has been right there all along: companion animals—friends with benefits.

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The Angry Heart: The Importance of How You Express Anger

Being angry has been shown to negatively affect heart health. Can the healthy expression of anger be beneficial for your cardiovascular health?

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Increasing Awareness For Better Relationships

Licensed professional counselor, Calyn Acebes, explains why mindfulness matters so much in your relationship. Find out how you can have a better relationship by becoming more aware.

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