6 Ways to Protect Yourself from the Sun
Skin cancer is a highly preventable disease, yet one out of every five people in the United States will develop it during their lifetime. It most often occurs in basal and squamous cells in the outer layer of your skin, usually on sun-exposed areas like your face, ears, neck, lips, and the backs of your hands. If detected early enough, this type of skin cancer is easily treated, but you can avoid it altogether by following these simple steps.
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Toss, Freeze, or Trash? How to Know When to Let it Go
The eternal dilemma — should you toss that bottle, can, or package that’s been in the drawer for who knows how long? You’d like to trust the expiration date, but these can be alarmingly inaccurate — more like guidelines, really. Understanding date stamps can sometimes mean the difference between sickness and health.
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Awaken Your Body's Own Healing Powers
Plug in to some Bach or Beatles, and your heart will happily sing along. Listening to music is a low-cost, drug-free way to stay healthy. It wakes up your body’s natural healing ability to help you fight off disease.
3 Juicy Fruits that Lower Your Chances for Cancer
Sweet, juicy fruits are plentiful in the summer, but three, in particular, can help protect you from life-threatening cancer.
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3 Savory Soups that Knock Out Colds
Chicken soup is good for the soul — and a cold. Just make sure you use the thighs for the most cold-clobbering benefit. They’re loaded with zinc, a natural antibiotic that helps fight infections.
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