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Kelly Dunwoody, Miami, FL (2025)

02/20/2023

Some sources claim that drinking distilled water will help detoxify your body and improve your health. Others claim distilled water leaches minerals from your body and could put your health at risk. In reality, neither of these claims is entirely true.

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Learn about the uses of distilled water, including its side effects, potential benefits, and more.

02/19/2023

Frequent urination describes the need to urinate more often than usual. However, there isn’t really a clear definition of “frequent” when it comes to how often you urinate.

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Frequent urination describes the need to urinate more often than usual. We’ll explain how to identify a urination problem and find relief.

02/18/2023

Regular exercise has many benefits, including better sleep. It can promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and normalize your internal clock.

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Working out before bedtime used to be discouraged. However, recent studies have found that some types of exercise, even when done in the evening, won’t impact your sleep. Learn more about the types of exercise that won't affect your sleep.

02/16/2023

Inflammation is a natural process that helps your body heal and defend itself from harm. However, inflammation is harmful if it becomes chronic.

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What you eat can have a big effect on inflammation in your body. This article outlines an anti-inflammatory diet plan that is based on science.

02/15/2023

A long lasting headache that persists for days can be a symptom of a neurological condition, such as migraine, a headache disorder, or an injury. You may need medical care, especially if you have other symptoms.

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Headaches that last, a long time can be worrying. However, most headaches have minor causes. We explain why a headache may last a while and what to do.

02/14/2023

Understanding what’s causing discolored toenails can help you determine the best course of action.

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Toenail discoloration can be a sign of many things, from leaving your nail polish on for too long or a serious health condition. We'll help you identify what's causing your discoloration and tell you how to get rid of it.

02/13/2023

Many factors influence your risk of cancer, including lifestyle and genetics. Discover foods and beverages that may help reduce – or increase – your breast cancer risk. Also, learn about chemicals like parabens and pesticides.

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Some foods may lower your risk of breast cancer, while others may raise it. Learn about 12 breast cancer-fighting foods, 6 items to avoid, soy, and more.

02/12/2023

Sleep can influence physical and mental health and is linked to conditions from heart disease and stroke to depression and obesity.
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Sleep has long been linked to dementia. Poor slumber is believed to increase risk, while those with dementia often struggle to obtain a sound and restful night of rest.

02/10/2023

Swimming is an excellent way to work your entire body and cardiovascular system. An hour of swimming burns almost as many calories as running, without all the impact on your bones and joints.

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There are more benefits to hitting the pool than simply cooling off on a hot day. Here's why you'll want to add swimming to your workout routine.

02/09/2023

Fungi live everywhere. They can be found in soil, in the air, or even inside the body. They can also be found on plants, surfaces, or the skin. These microscopic organisms typically don’t cause any problems for your skin unless they multiply faster than normal or pe*****te the skin through a cut or lesion.

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An overgrowth of skin fungus can lead to a fungal skin infection, such as athlete's foot, jock itch, or ringworm. The most common symptom is a red, itchy rash. Although not serious, these fungal infections can cause discomfort and irritation.

02/08/2023

You may experience period symptoms before your period starts as part of premenstrual syndrome. Symptoms can vary but may include cramps and breast tenderness.

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Women typically get a few signs that their period is about to start. Those include things like abdominal cramps, headache, tender breasts, and changes in bowel movements. Symptoms are typically mild but may be severe if you have an underlying condition, such as endometriosis.

02/07/2023

With epilepsy, you may need to avoid activities that could result in injury (to you or others) if you lose consciousness. The precautions you need to take depend on the type of seizures you have and if they’re under control.

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Active living is an important part of living with epilepsy. Learn what precautions you might need to take for some activities and which to avoid.

02/06/2023

According to the Food and Drug Administration, the Daily Value for fiber is 28 grams per day for adults on a 2,000-calorie diet. This number may also depend on age or s*x.

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Fiber intake depends on age, gender, and s*x. Find out how much fiber you need, where to get it, and the best way to increase your daily intake.

02/04/2023

There’s no cure for Alzheimer’s. However, early detection can help prepare you for its progression. Early diagnosis may also give you an incentive to pursue activities, such as learning a new language, that may boost brain health.

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Early signs of Alzheimer's are in the eye. An eye exam called optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) may show signs before symptoms start.

01/28/2023

The most obvious symptoms emerged when I started secondary school. Suddenly, I was expected to behave in a way that was deemed desirable, rather than what felt natural to me. Reading books out loud, working as a group, and being asked questions on the spot were all new and distressing. I’d freeze whenever a teacher drew attention to me, blushing profusely.
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Social anxiety can creep up at work, on dates, at parties, and more. Here are just a few ways to get it under control in your daily life.

01/27/2023

Head lice are tiny bugs that live in your hair and feed on blood from your scalp. They only move by crawling — they don’t fly or hop.
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Contrary to what you may have heard, head lice can't jump or fly — only crawl. Here's how they spread, plus tips to avoid getting lice.

01/21/2023

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers to develop in the colon and re**um.
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If you're struggling to decide whether or not to treat (or continue to treat) UC, it's important for you to know the risks involved in leaving UC untreated.

01/18/2023

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when you have trouble getting and keeping an er****on that is firm enough to have s*x. There are many reasons you may develop ED, including issues with blood flow or hormones. You may also develop ED if you have a chronic health condition, like heart disease or diabetes.
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Yoga is a drug-free way to relax the body and mind. There's a growing body of research to suggest that yoga can help with ED.

Kelly Dunwoody