by Helen Lamanna, AdvisorAnalyst.com
Here are this week's reading diversions for your personal enlightenment. Have a relaxing weekend!
3 Foods to Treat Eczema | Reader's Digest
Most of us take our bare skin for granted but for people with eczema, skin can be a constant source of itching and scratching. There are some foods that can trigger eczema or make it worse but there are also other foods that can bring relief. Read on to find out which foods you should try to soothe the itching
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Moms Who Work Feel Better
Mothers with jobs tend to be healthier and happier than moms who stay at home during their children’s infancy and pre-school years, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
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Alberta Floods Have Changed The Rockies Forever, Says Scientist
A leading scientist says flooding in southern Alberta has changed the Rockies and the foothills forever.
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Gut instincts: The secrets of your second brain
When it comes to your moods, decisions and behaviour, the brain in your head is not the only one doing the thinking
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Thirdhand Smoke Could Damage DNA | Men's Health News
Thirdhand smoke—particles that linger long after smokers put out butts—may damage your DNA in a way that could eventually lead to cancer
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Diet Coke is Like Meth for Your Teeth | Men's Health News
You may not be a junkie, but you might have the mouth of one. In high doses, diet coke may damage your teeth as much as methamphetamine and crack cocaine, finds a new case study in General Dentistry.
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LIFE ADVICE: ‘No’ is a complete sentence
‘No’ is a complete sentence
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Is Diet Soda Bad For You? - Prevention.com
Not so fast. Before you pop the top off the caramel-colored bubbly, know this: guzzling diet soda comes with its own set of side effects that may harm your health—from kickstarting kidney problems to adding inches to your waistline.
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How To Prevent Diabetes | How To Prevent Anything | Prevention
The good news is that with a few natural steps, you can prevent—and maybe even reverse—this condition.
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Turns out our dogs kind of are our 'babies': study - TODAY.com
Our dogs react to us in a manner that eerily mimics how human children respond to their parents, a new study has found.
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What your sneeze says about you | The Advisory Board Daily Briefing
He notes that the shape of our nose and our bone structure can contribute to sneezing styles—but the effect is likely minimal.
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Laughter—the key to a longer life? The Advisory Board Daily Briefing
Based on the survey findings, the researchers determined that the majority of individuals who reach 100 years old—about 0.2% of the U.S. population—are relaxed, friendly, conscientious, and optimistic. They also have an easy laugh and an active social life.
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