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Rethinking (Warm) Bottled Water

It’s pretty obvious that Americans are rather fond of bottled water. Consider that in 2017 alone, bottled water sales totaled $18.5 billion. But there might be one drawback to bottled water’s popularity – at least when it’s warm. Heating ,,,

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Lowering Blood Pressure with Sunshine?

High blood pressure is a major medical issue in the United States, affecting nearly half of American adults. Typically, high blood pressure is managed through lifestyle changes and medication. But suppose that sunlight could also have a positive impact ,,,

141, Environment, Medical Conditions, Men's Health, Women's Health

Four Summer Health Myths

You Can’t Get Sunburned on Cloudy Days: You might be tempted to think that clouds offer protection from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, and that sunburn risk is low during cloudy weather. In fact, 80 percent of UV rays cut ,,,

141, Childrens Health, Environment, Men's Health, Women's Health

High Blood Pressure From Grilling?

Grilling is one of the most popular activities during the warmest months of the year. After all, who doesn’t like burgers and hot dogs fresh off the grill? Unfortunately, evidence suggests that outdoor cookouts are not without risk. Looking ,,,

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Little Creatures, Big Problems: Bugs to Avoid During Summer

For most people, the summer months are a great time for fun and relaxation. Unfortunately, this time of the year is not without its drawbacks, among them the presence of rather unpleasant bugs. Listed below are some of the ,,,

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Drinking at the Beach? Your Skin Might Pay the Price

During the summer months, Americans love to spend countless hours at the beach. Aside from swimming and getting a tan, many people also enjoy recreational drinking during their beach going hours. Unfortunately for beer lovers, such drinking habits might ,,,

141, Environment, Men's Health, The Human Body, Women's Health

Fighting Back Against the Armyworm

Ever hear of a bug called the armyworm? A type of caterpillar pest, these worms can not only damage corn and grain crops, but also adversely affect household lawns. The good news is that you can keep armyworms at ,,,