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10 ways to avoid holiday weight gain 
10 ways to avoid holiday weight gain
Find out how to avoid packing on extra pounds during all of the holiday festivities.
Are your grandparents’ genes the reason you’re living longer? 
Are your grandparents’ genes the reason you’re living longer?
A gene variant has evolved over time to help protect against Alzheimer’s and other late-life diseases.
Alisa’s story: How cancer made her love her chest 
Alisa’s story: How cancer made her love her chest
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Alisa Gaylon underwent a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery. Watch her inspiring story.
Scientists find a bacteria immune to antibiotics 
Scientists find a bacteria immune to antibiotics
Colistin, found in meat in China, could be a concern when it comes to curing common infections.
How eating sweets impacts your memory 
How eating sweets impacts your memory
A dietitian shares how keeping a food journal can help people improve their eating habits.
What men need to know about prostate cancer 
What men need to know about prostate cancer
17 percent of males are diagnosed with this disease. Learn more about the signs and symptoms.
Tai chi can help reduce stress and improve sleep 
Tai chi can help reduce stress and improve sleep
A study suggests this practice may treat insomnia and reduce inflammation.