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Stay safe this heat wave
There's a heat wave hitting much of the United State this week. Our bodies do have natural ways to dissipate heat, but when temperatures get extreme, sometimes they just can't keep up. In this episod…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
It's tick season. Here's how to protect yourself.
More than 31 million people in the United States get bitten by ticks each year, and some of those ticks carry diseases such as Lyme disease, according to the CDC. In this episode of Life Kit, we cove…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Your pelvic floor is essential. Here's how to take better care of it
Your pelvic floor helps with all sorts of bodily functions — it helps you go to the bathroom, breathe, and orgasm, and it supports your internal organs. But pelvic floor dysfunction can lead to painf…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
5 essential water skills to know this summer
Knowing how to swim can help you have fun at the pool or beach this summer. But it could also save your life. Here are some tips to start swimming if you never learned as a kid. This episode original…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Here's why your feet hurt — and what you can do about it
If you're struggling with foot pain from bunions, Achilles tendinitis or plantar fasciitis, it might be time to reevaluate your foot care routine. In this episode, foot experts share advice on picki…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
What to eat for better sleep
Your diet affects your sleep. What foods can help you be your most rested self? Nutrition scientist and researcher Marie-Pierre St-Onge has research-backed tips on which foods to eat — and, spoilers,…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
5 simple ways to minimize stress
Need a break? Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, author of The 5 Resets, offers quick, easy ways to minimize stress in your daily life — no lavish vacations or big life changes necessary. This episode originally ai…
Published on 5 months ago
How to relieve constipation
Haven't pooped in days? Gastroenterologists explain what to do in this SOS moment — and share tips on how to avoid chronic constipation. This episode was originally published July 10, 2023.
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Published on 5 months, 1 week ago
Over-the-counter pain medications 101
Ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and aspirin — there are many over-the-counter pain medications available, but are they all the same? And how much should you really take? In this episode, a doctor and phar…
Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Car safety 101: Crashes, road rage, weather and more
You might know the basics of car safety, like buckling your seatbelt or using your turn signal. But what do you do in car emergencies? This episode, Hector Carias, an officer with the California High…
Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago