Health and Fitness
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Got bad breath? You’re probably missing a spot when you brush.
Feb 14, 2025 3:10 am - Common foods like garlic and cheese make your breath reek. But mouthwash could also wreak havoc on your oral bacteria.
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A gassy baby is a fussy baby. How parents can helpFeb 14, 2025 12:29 am - Is your baby fussy with painful gas? Try these surprising at-home remedies pediatricians actually recommend.
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Winter ailments: The eyes have themFeb 14, 2025 12:03 am - It’s winter, so it’s common to see people wearing coats, hats, gloves and scarves to protect against the cold. But it’s equally important to protect your eyes from indoor and outdoor elements that can cause damage to your eyes.
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‘I’m not the only one’: Glen Ellyn mother honors daughter’s memory with mental health resources to help struggling teensFeb 08, 2025 1:00 pm - Stefania Rahn struggled with anxiety and depression before passing away at 28. Her family now provides the Stef's Corner bookshelf in her former school district to help students access mental health resources.
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‘Who taught us how to calm down?’: New state law encourages schools to be the answerFeb 08, 2025 1:00 pm - A new Illinois law encourages schools to teach students relaxation techniques like meditation and yoga to help them cope with stress and mental health issues.
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Grief & healing: The invention of Valentine’s WeekFeb 08, 2025 6:30 am - Valentine’s Day has turned into a Valentine Week. For those in grief, it might be best to keep it simple by remembering happy times.
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‘We deliver hope’: How Geneva therapist’s nonprofit provides accessible mental health careFeb 07, 2025 3:00 am - Randy and Amy Bennett of North Aurora have operated Intermission Therapies in Geneva since 2018, adding the nonprofit Second Act/Scene 2 as an option for clients with little or no insurance to cover mental health services.
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Which style of yoga is right for me? Here’s a primer, with a caveat
Feb 07, 2025 1:02 am - All styles of yoga involve poses, but they differ in significant ways. Even classes within the same style can range from calming to vigorous. So what is the best type of class for a beginner?
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Cannabis is never safe for developing brainsFeb 07, 2025 12:48 am - A mental health experts warns parents about the dangers of the cannabis available on the market today.
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Chew on this: Misophonia is somewhat common, not widely knownFeb 07, 2025 12:26 am - If you find yourself getting triggered — with anger, disgust or anxiety — over the sounds of other people chewing, yawning or even breathing, you’re not alone. It’s a condition called misophonia, and there’s no cure, but you can find help.