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How to maintain healthy sleep during winter

As winter rolls around, shorter days and longer nights can disrupt your natural sleep patterns, making it harder to maintain a healthy sleep routine. In this article, we will explore some simple strategies to help you stay wellrested throughout the season.

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The bittersweet rise of sugar

From Halloween candies and pumpkin-spiced coffees to holiday cookies and pies, it’s easy to feel surrounded by sugar. But sweets weren’t always so common — in fact, sugar consumption has risen substantially in recent history, despite warnings about the oral and overall health risks.

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Take the fright out of Halloween

Halloween is a memorable time of year. When else can you see ghosts, dinosaurs and pirates in the same room? But the festivities can create some surprising health risks if you’re not careful. Here’s how to say “boo” to danger while you enjoy the festivities. 

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The Pros and Cons of Summer Sunshine

Even from 93 million miles away, the sun powers our planet. And it doesn’t stop there! Sunshine (or the lack of it) can have a big influence on your personal health and well-being. Let’s break down what’s good and bad about spending time in the summer daylight.

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The pros and cons of probiotics

Some people use probiotic supplements as a source of “good bacteria” to help them achieve health-related goals. But what does “good bacteria” mean?

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Sports and mouthguards

Blows to the face in nearly every sport can injure your teeth, lips, cheeks, and gums.

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Bad breath: causes and cures

We all know that bad breath can develop if you don’t brush your teeth – but do you know what’s happening on a molecular level?

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