Lifestyle & Trends - Health & Wellness

Tips for safely clearing your driveway of snow

Winter will again deliver a wallop of heavy snow. Shoveling sends more than 11,000 adults and children to the hospital each year. Here are tips on how to clear your driveway safely.

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Tips to keep the holidays happy and healthy for asthma and allergy sufferers

The holidays can be particularly difficult for millions of allergy sufferers who visit family and friends and welcome guests into their homes. Here are some tips for minimizing allergy and asthma triggers in your home this holiday season.

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More Americans looking to food as a source for everyday wellness

It was about 60 years ago that processed foods and fast-food outlets started to become mainstays of the American lifestyle. The fast-food culture that developed tended to view eating as an inconvenience, providing basic fuel for the day and not much else. More than half a century later, many Americans are more particular about the foods they choose for themselves and their families. In fact, people are seeking out the added health benefits that can be provided by functional or "super" foods.

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Bed bug battles: How to keep the pests out of your home

The conflict between humans and insect pests has raged for centuries, but few battles boast the sheer make-your-skin-crawl ick factor as the war between people and bed bugs. The good news is that home and apartment owners are not without defenses in the battle against bed bugs. While the tenacious bugs have resiliency on their side, humans have modern technology and awareness in their favor.

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Confused about generic drugs? You're not alone

With the recent announcement that Lipitor, the blockbuster cholesterol reducing pill, lost its patent, millions of people will gain access to the generic version of the medication - at a significantly reduced cost. Its recent availability as a generic drug, however, is the cause for confusion among patients, according to a new study by Treato, a social media search company that analyzes health-related discussions across the Internet.

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