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8 Old Wives' Tales and the Science Behind Them

Did your mom ever warn you against venturing outside into the cold with wet hair? Or has your grandma scolded you for jumping into a swimming pool less than 30 minutes after eating? When it comes to health, old wives’ tales abound. But are there kernels of truth to be found in them?

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Your Go-To Guide for the Best Shave Ever

Most of us view shaving as a necessary evil -- a painstaking ritual that, unfortunately, isn’t always pain-free. Done incorrectly, shaving can cause a variety of uncomfortable issues, such as razor burn, dry skin and nicks and cuts. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

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8 Myths About Hygiene That Are Totally Bogus

Getting clean used to mean simply sponging off your face and hands or maybe a soak in a wooden tub full of well water. To dispel some of the most common hygiene and grooming myths, here are two germ experts.

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8 Ways a Dog Will Change Your Life

Owning a dog requires a great deal of responsibility, but in return you’ll get love, devotion and one of the most rewarding relationships you could ever have.

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13 Times Body Positivity Was Actually Celebrity Body Shaming

Even the strongest, most empowered body positive advocates can be on the receiving end of well-meaning comments about how they look that just completely miss the mark. Here’s a collection of some of those situations in which body positive advocates have found themselves and their best reactions.

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10 Signs You Are a Control Freak

Everyone knows a control freak. Think you might be guilty of this type of behavior (or know someone who is)? See if you exhibit any of the following traits.

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9 Weird But Awesome Spa Delivery Services You Can Get Right Now

Who doesn't need a little indulgent self-care once in a while? Those who can afford it tend to think nothing about hitting the spa: The global wellness industry is a $3.7 trillion market, according to the Global Wellness Institute. What’s more, now there are a multitude of services that deliver!

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7 Health Benefits of Cold Weather

Now that the thermostat is dropping and sweater weather has arrived (or is at least well on its way in many geographical areas), let’s try to look on the bright side. Cold weather, believe it or not, has quite a number of positives in the form of health benefits.

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