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Are most people lonely?

According to a new study, if you're lonely, you're not alone.




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UK schools now offering sleep lessons to exhausted kids

Health care providers are alarmed by the rise in sleep disorders, but is it the kids or the parents who are in need of education?




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Fizz Free February campaign urges people to give up sugary drinks

One month is just long enough to break a habit that is seriously compromising your health.




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Can soda taxes reduce kids' consumption of sugary drinks?

U.S. doctors believes it's a serious public health concern that requires drastic action.




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Norwegian hospitals add woodland cabins and forest-play for healing

The Outdoor Care Retreats let nature give a valuable boost in creating a respite from the sterile and stringent hospital environment.




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Hospital food could be so much better than it is

Food is a powerful healer, which is why hospitals should reconsider how they feed patients.




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How modern, minimalist design (and washing your hands) can fight disease

The modern movement started as a way of dealing with tuberculosis. The same rules apply today.




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The cheapest homemade lasagna is also the tastiest

Here is the secret for the most delicious, cheapest, and least wasteful lasagna you can make.




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I tried eating like Leonardo da Vinci

When I stumbled across some of da Vinci's favorite vegetarian recipes, I knew I had to try them. Here's how it went...




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7 ways to prepare delicious kohlrabi

Sometimes the most boring vegetables are the most versatile.




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This super simple green sauce goes with everything

And it reduces food waste!




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Black tea smoothies for a hot summer morning

If you can’t decide between a fruit smoothie or an iced tea, this is the drink for you.




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Homemade lemon ice cream is a perfect summer treat

This recipe is creamy, sweet, and wonderfully refreshing.




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My love affair with herby, veggie-packed omelets

Forget smoothies. Omelets are the best way to sneak piles of greens into the morning meal.




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It's August, time for the best tomato pasta ever

If you follow the seasons with your diet you will love this.




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7 ways to use overripe summer fruits

When life gives you abundant peaches, berries, and more, use them in every meal!




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Bon Appétit writers show how they use up old food

A pinch of ingenuity can transform sad-looking ingredients into something desirable.




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How to pack the best food for travel

Whether you're in a plane, train, or car, it's important always to have good snacks.




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Free cookbook shows how to slash food waste

Packed with smart advice, this downloadable PDF is full of delicious recipes that can save you money and hassle.




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Thanksgiving is all about the food

Forget friends and family! Without the traditional meal, it feels like any old dinner party.




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Why you should host a Christmas cookie exchange

It's the fastest (and most fun) way to fill your house with a variety of delicious baked goods.




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4 ways in which Istanbul is wonderfully sustainable

A mix of cultural practices and smart infrastructure investments has created a city that's a true pleasure to visit.




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5 meals for hot summer nights

These are for those nights when cooking feels impossible, but has to be done...




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The fruit-picking ritual that I look forward to all year

Cherry-picking has become a family bonding experience – and a practical zero-waste food storage tactic.




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8 dishes that are ideal for a summer potluck

Fresh and seasonal, these recipes offer maximum flavor for minimal effort.




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This could be your new favorite winter vegetable

Once you start buying fennel, you won't be able to stop.




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Fancy food guide adds sustainability symbol to highlight green restaurants

Considered to be the highest award a restaurant can receive, the Michelin Guide's 2020 French edition now gives a nod to environmentally minded restaurants.




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Why aren't people more worried about the epidemic of poor diet?

Dr. David Katz argues that poor nutrition is a greater threat than the coronavirus, but we think both are concerning.




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Low-income kids need school lunches more than ever now

School administrators have asked the USDA for greater flexibility in providing emergency meals.




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Want to reduce food waste? Add more grocery stores

Cornell study finds that when people have easy access to food shops, they discard less at home.




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How to write a better grocery list

It's your guide to conquering the grocery store as efficiently as possible.




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Spread your grocery dollars beyond the supermarket

It supports local business owners and gives you more local and seasonal options.




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Grocery shopping in a time of COVID-19

Established food shopping routines have been turned upside down. Here's how to navigate the strange new world.




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The coronavirus and the future of food

Yet another reason why we need a more resilient food system.




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9 tips to avoid illness from salad greens

In a cruel twist of irony, some of the world's healthiest food – leafy greens – have become some of the riskiest in terms of foodborne illness.




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11 foods linked to lower risk of Alzheimer's dementia

Researchers find an intriguing link between foods + drinks rich in flavonol and staving off dementia.




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Get ready for antibiotic-resistant strep throat

Scientists find signs that the germ causing strep throat and flesh-eating disease may be moving closer to resistance to penicillin and other related antibiotics.




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Stay away from toddler milks

These new sweetened beverages are flying off store shelves, much to doctors' chagrin – and to children's detriment.




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What's the best water filter for removing toxic PFAS?

Many in-home drinking water filters may not remove the most concerning contaminants.




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Your lover's scent is as good as melatonin for sleep

Researchers find that even just sleeping with a shirt that one's romantic partner has worn leads to improved slumber.




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Here's what a year of Mediterranean Diet can do to the gut microbiome

The diet appears to act on gut bacteria in a way that helps hinder physical frailty and reduce cognitive decline in older age, researchers find.




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What just a week of junk food can do to your brain

Indulging in a Western-style diet for 7 days impaired the brain function in healthy young people and made them want to overeat, researchers find.




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Ping pong holds promise for improving Parkinson’s symptoms

After weekly ping pong sessions, participants in a pilot study had significant improvements in speech, handwriting, getting dressed, getting out of bed, and walking.




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How to prepare for a quarantine

From what food to buy to how to access your medical records, here are the practical matters to consider before a pandemic strikes.




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If you have soap and water, don't fret about hand sanitizer

Coronavirus has led to a shortage of hand sanitizers, but worry not: The CDC generally recommends hand-washing over hand sanitizers.




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Should Daylight Saving Time be scrapped? (Survey)

There is a lot of research that shows that it does more harm than good.




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Gratitude exercises don't help with depression or anxiety

Telling people to be grateful for what they have doesn't help alleviate symptoms of depression or anxiety, according to new research.




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14 myths about coronavirus (COVID-19)

In a world of rapidly disseminated information, and misinformation, the WHO has published a list of mythbusters.




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6 tips for a strong immune system

You can't really 'boost' your immune system, but certain lifestyle decisions will make its job easier.




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When you need antibiotics and when you do not

Half of antibiotics prescribed by primary-care doctors are done so inappropriately and are fueling the emergence of antibiotic-resistant superbugs.