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Show 1476: Tell Me Where It Hurts: A Roadmap for Managing Chronic Pain
Emotional and social factors are sometimes overlooked, but they are as important as biological issues for managing chronic pain.
Reducing the Risk of Food Allergy
Giving high-risk babies peanut protein reduced their chance of developing a severe peanut allergy as they grew older.
Is Sunshine the Best Source for Vitamin D?
The best source for vitamin D is the one that is available. That might be sunshine, or it might be a supplement.
Safe Sunscreen at Last? FDA Approves First New UV Filter in 25 Years!
The FDA finally approved bemotrizinol (BEMT) after 25 years. Discover what it means for choosing a safe sunscreen. When can you buy it?
Can Mindfulness Help You Lose Weight?
Researchers found that mindfulness training helped volunteers resist fast food and lose weight. Might this approach help you?
Does More Screen Time Pose Hazards for Everyone?
Screen time is unavoidable, but kids who rely heavily on their devices may have social difficulties. Seniors need to stay mentally active.
Will Apple Cider Vinegar Cure Your Heartburn?
Can you cure your heartburn with baking soda or vinegar? Changing the way you eat might be more effective in calming reflux long term.
Show 1446: The Science of Strong Bones: Lifestyle, Medication and Movement
For strong bones, you need weight-bearing exercise and a diet with adequate protein, vitamin D and calcium. Certain drugs can weaken bone.
What Can You Do About Poison Ivy?
The best approach to poison ivy is avoidance! Stay away from the leaves and stems, and wash up well with soap and water after contact.
How Well Does Ritalin Work for ADHD?
Ritalin and related drugs are a mainstay of treatment for ADHD, but research shows that evidence supporting their use is weak.
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