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Mindfulness

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Discipline is overrated. Here’s what people are doing instead
Does face yoga actually work? Experts weigh in on its slimming, anti-aging effects
A father’s poor mental health may harm his children’s development, study finds
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How this weekend’s holiday draws attention to mindfulness

Food

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By cutting dyes from your diet, you’re getting another important built-in benefit
Microplastics shed by food packaging are contaminating our food and drink, study finds
Deep belly fat triggers inflammation. Here’s how to reduce it
Your coffee habit could be linked to healthier aging, study finds
The most popular breakfast food for kids has gotten even unhealthier. Here’s what to serve instead

Fitness

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Instead of worrying about your weight, focus on avoiding fragility
Which drink is best for hydration? Hint: It isn’t water
Getting in more steps may prevent the leading cause of disability in the US, study says
Strong glutes, healthy body: Why your backside matters more than you think
Rest days aren’t optional — they’re where the real progress happens

Relationships

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The cost of loneliness can be death. Here’s how to find good friends
Screen time is both a cause and symptom of kids’ bad behavior, according to new research
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