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Cynthia Dermody

New Pleasure Principles

We talked with University of Oxford neuroscientist Morten Kringelbach, author of the upcoming book The Pleasure Center, about his revolutionary

This Is Going to Hurt…

A nurse rarely tells you when a needle will be painful. That’s because research shows...

Cold Weather Workouts

Too chilly for tennis? Have a blast while getting fit this winter with fun calorie...

Downsize Your Dishes and Yourself

Are smaller dishes the key to weight loss? Maybe, says food psychologist Brian Wansink, author...

Give Yourself a Break!

You’re extra busy at work this month, but you need to find time to unwind:...

Q and A: Battery-Operated Toothbrushes

Q. Do those inexpensive battery-operated toothbrushes work as well as pricier rechargeable ones? A. As...

Q and A: Tooth Whiteners and Cancer

Q. Do tooth whiteners cause cancer? A. Right now, there’s no evidence that they do....

Breast Cancer: A Weighty Problem

Need a little motivation to drop those extra pounds? Being overweight can raise the risk...

16 Cheap and Easy Christmas Decorating Tips

Want to give your home a Christmas-y feel, without spending a bundle? Try these simple...

Beating Diabetes: 3 Expert Tips

1. Drink milk. A Scandinavian study found that adding whey, a protein in milk, to...

The Shelf Life of Spices

Dried herbs and spices never go bad, so they won’t make you sick. But over...

How to Get Your Voicemails Returned

Your doctor said he’d call Tuesday with the test results. It’s now Friday, and three...

Doggie Training Dos and Don’ts

Cesar Millan, the Dog Whisperer, is a canine shrink with an uncanny ability to turn...

A Guy’s Guide to the Perfect Shave

For the closest shave, nothing beats a straight-edge razor. But if you don’t know how...

How to Host a Spa Party

You and your tightly wound friends could really use a day at a spa —...

3 People Who Steal Your Energy

They’re everywhere — people who make themselves feel better at our expense. “But if we’re...

4 Easy Wall Decor Ideas

4 trendy ways to give your walls a new look without dragging out the paint...

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Sneaker Shopping Secrets

You can choose your next pair of sneakers based on looks, but to prevent injuries,...

5 New Holiday Fashions for Your Pet

From festive Santa bandanas to red and green collars -- stylish accessories to get your...