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10 Toughest Health Topics to Discuss With Your Significant Other

It’s never easy to start a conversation with, “Honey, there’s something I need to tell you” -- especially when it comes to you or your partner’s health. While you want to be truthful, you also wonder if bringing up an awkward health topic will be the deal breaker that lands you back on OkCupid.

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The 11 Best Foods to Get Your Body Back After Pregnancy

Second to having and caring for a healthy, happy baby, many mothers set their sights on shedding excess pounds soon after labor. Slow down there, mama! The National Library of Medicine recommends waiting at least six weeks after childbirth before attempting to lose weight to allow your body time to recover.

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The 8 Best Cardio Kickboxing Moves

Kickboxing is one of the most taxing workouts you can do -- both mentally and physically. It requires stamina, conditioning, balance, agility and athleticism. And if you include sparring in your workout, it takes your training to a whole new level. But the best part is that you’re actually learning a new skill.

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6 Reasons to Avoid GMOs

Whether or not to consume genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) is an important question that faces everyone today who is concerned with healthy living.

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Home Remedies for a Dry Cough in Kids

The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages the use of over-the-counter cough medications, including expectorants and cough suppressants, for children under the age of 6. Medications carry a risk of serious side effects in this age group and may not be effective for young children.

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What Is the Meaning of PSA Results?

Controversy surrounds the usefulness of the prostate serum antigen (PSA) test for prostate cancer screening and the interpretation of its results. Factors such as age, race, medical history and even the type of PSA test used can greatly affect the results and muddle the interpretation.

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How to Get a 3-Month-Old to Sleep On His Own

You might feel joy when you cradle your baby until he falls asleep, but at some point it's beneficial for you and your baby if he learns to fall asleep on his own. Babies who can fall asleep on their own are better able to soothe themselves back to sleep should they wake up in the middle of the night.

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Best Foods to Eat While on Your Period

Most women experience symptoms of bloating, fatigue, cramps, headache, digestive problems and mood swings before and during their menstrual cycle. One of the best ways to prevent and treat these symptoms is via a healthy diet, which can also aid general health and overall well-being.

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