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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...
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-b...
With stock market volatility and fears of price increases driven by the new tariffs, you may be worried about your finances. In this episode, certifie...
Decades of research have shown that "forest bathing" is good for your health. It can boost your immune system, lower blood pressure and help with depr...
In this episode, tips on how to manage your text messages, from dealing with chaotic group chats to getting an unresponsive friend to message you back...
Buying a home can feel out of reach for many. But if you're an aspiring homeowner, there are ways to make it a reality. In this episode, mortgage repo...
In her new book, Syme's Letter Writer, Rachel Syme of The New Yorker explains how to write a delightful letter to a loved one. Unlike texting and emai...
That uncertainty you might feel in romantic relationships is common — and not always a bad thing, say Haley Nahman, writer of the Maybe Baby newslette...
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If you're exploring your sexuality or gender identity for the first time, it's natural to feel overwhelmed. You might be processing mixed emotions, gr...
Bartering can help you mind your budget and build relationships with your community. In this episode, we cover how to suggest bartering as an option a...
Ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and aspirin — there are many over-the-counter pain medications available, but are they all the same? And how much should yo...
There are a lot of benefits to raising a child speaking two or more languages: a better understanding of their culture and their relatives, cognitive...
There are things we're supposed to do routinely for our health: brush our teeth, shower and exercise. There's a version of that for financial health t...
There are things we're supposed to do routinely for our health: brush our teeth, shower and exercise. There's a version of that for financial health t...
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, H...
It's important to exercise as we age. Regular movement can help not just with cardiovascular health and maintaining muscle mass — it can also foster c...
About 60% of Americans have some money in the stock market — and the markets are not doing great. Your knee-jerk reaction might be to sell. But expert...
