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How Fruit Lost Its Flavor

I remember as a child, biting into a peach or a slice of melon and practically swooning over the...

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A Mediterranean Makeover for Dodging Diabetes

The Mediterranean diet, rich in vegetables, legumes, fish, and “good”...

Getting Relief From Rosacea

I think I have rosacea. How can it be controlled? More...

Robotic Pets: Walks and Litter Boxes Not Needed

People have long turned to pets for a source of...

Onscreen Smoking Makes a Comeback (and Why That’s Not Cool)

As someone who grew up in the 1950s, my impressionable...

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November 2025 Issue

Vaccination & Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
Onscreen Smoking Makes a Comeback
Robotic Pets
Zone 2 Workouts
What's the Deal With Dairy Fat?
New Blood Pressure Guidelines
Cucumber Salad With Mint-Scallion Dressing

How Fruit Lost Its Flavor

I remember as a child, biting into a peach or...

A Mediterranean Makeover for Dodging Diabetes

The Mediterranean diet, rich in vegetables, legumes, fish, and “good”...

FOUNDATIONS OF WELLNESS

Lion’s Mane: The Big Roar

Lion’s mane has been lighting up all over social media—thanks in part...

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November 2025 Issue

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New Blood Pressure Advice: Start Meds Sooner, Say No to Drinking

New guidelines on high blood pressure are encouraging people to get a...

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Onscreen Smoking Makes a Comeback (and Why That’s Not Cool)

As someone who grew up in the 1950s, my impressionable years were...

EAT WELL

Reeling in the Healthiest Canned Fish

Health experts recommend eating fish on a regular basis, and canned varieties...

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Marijuana and Sleep: A Good Night’s Buzz

A good night’s sleep can feel even more elusive as we age....

MOVE WELL

Kettlebells: Get Swinging

If you frequent a gym, you’ve likely seen, or perhaps even tried,...

STAY WELL

Peace of Mind in a Go-Bag

Home used to be the place where Americans felt safest, but these...

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What’s the Deal With Dairy Fat?

For years, dietary guidelines have recommended low-fat and nonfat dairy products over...

FOUNDATIONS OF WELLNESS

Lion’s Mane: The Big Roar

Lion’s mane has been lighting up all over social media—thanks in part...

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