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In summer, the green leaves of poison plants blend right in with other plants and brush, so it’s possible to sit down on a patch of poison ivy and

“Wait a half hour after eating before you can safely go swimming” is an almost universally accepted idea. The myth involves the possibility of suffering severe muscle cramps and/or

View full PDF here. According to the American Mosquito Control Association, N-diethyl-3-methylbenzamide (DEET) remains the standard by which all other repellents are judged. DEET was developed

View full PDF here. It’s hot and you’re craving a smoothie. Unfortunately, most of the smoothies sold at delis and restaurants are filled with added

“Natural” vs. “Added” Sugars: Know the Difference Natural sugars are found in whole, unprocessed foods, such as milk, fruit, vegetables and some grains. The most

Simple Ways to Conserve Energy Every year on April 22, more than one billion people take part in Earth Day events and take action to

Warning Signs of Mental Illnesses Major mental illnesses such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder rarely appear “out of the blue.” Most often family, friends, teachers,

Finding Information You Can Trust The Web is brimming with health sites, but how can you weed out the quackery? Use this checklist to evaluate health

Nighttime Allergy Relief If allergy symptoms disturb your sleep at night, some simple changes to your sleeping environment might help you find relief. Experts from