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The Germiest Places in Your Life

Congratulations: You ducked swine flu. But that doesn't mean you should ditch the Purell. Try though you might to live a sterile life, you simply can't escape the covert dirt. "It's estimated that 65 percent of colds are caught in your home," says Dr. Philip Tierno... read more
Tue, 09/29/09 AT 10:00AM
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The Last-Minute Summer Slim-Down

How to lose weight—or at least look like you have—by next weekend read more
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Prescription-Free Antidrepessants

Right now, the only people feeling upbeat are the consultants hired to do layoffs. But before you reach for the high-powered happy pills, try these natural mood-boosters. read more
Mon, 04/20/09 AT 9:00AM
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How To Avoid the Office Strain

Sitting at your desk can screw up your body in many ways—and slouching in your chair sure doesn't help. Here's how to spare yourself some on-the-job stress. read more
Wed, 03/25/09 AT 9:53AM
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Meal-Replacement Shakes

If you're trying to drop a few pounds before Speedo season, your best bet is not portion control or a daily treadmill routine but replacement shakes, those premixed meal substitutes that had their heyday in the nineties. Here's how to drink them without feeling like a Jenny Craig devotee. read more
Fri, 03/06/09 AT 9:30PM
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The Slacker Workout

The fact that you haven't broken a sweat since college doesn't justify continued bum behavior. Here's how to get fit, no matter what's been holding you back. read more
Fri, 02/13/09 AT 3:24PM
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The Pills You Should Be Popping

A one-a-day multivitamin habit is a good first step toward better health, but to get the real payoff you need more than a magic tablet—even if it is shaped like Fred Flintstone. Here, a guide to what supplements to take, depending on your goals. read more
Tue, 12/30/08 AT 9:22AM
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How to Get a Good Night's Sleep

It’s time to quit being tired, once and for all. Here’s a step-by-step guide to improving the quality of your rest. read more
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Guy-Friendly Alternatives to Yoga

If you have trouble keeping a straight om-face or aren't interested in mastering downward dog, here are three substitute classes that offer your body—and mind—comparable effects. read more
Wed, 10/29/08 AT 10:46AM
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How Hard Can You Play?

You can't pop multivitamins and sip green tea all day. Here's how to keep your four least-desirable vices from beating you. read more
Mon, 10/27/08 AT 11:13AM
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