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You’re seriously at risk for these heart problems if you don’t brush your teeth this many times per day Sheila McClear

Just what you’ll hate to hear: researchers in South Korea concluded that frequently and consistently brushing one’s teeth is associated with lower risks of both atrial fibrillation (AFib) and heart failure. That’s right: flossing can help protect your heart. Read More

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Turns out your makeup bag is crawling with superbugs and bacteria Sheila McClear

Chances are makeup bag is riddled with dangerous superbugs including E. coli, Staphylococci, and salmonella. Scientists from Birmingham’s Aston University tested 467 in-use eyeliners, lipsticks, mascaras, sponges and lip glosses and found the bacteria in more than nine out of ten in-use beauty products. Read More

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Fit in the C-Suite: How 6 successful leaders exercise every week Hilary Sheinbaum

Regardless of the duration, frequency or type of exercise, C-suite executives understand the importance of working out regularly. Six execs share their workout routines and why it works for them. Read More

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Study finds that people with less purpose in life have higher mortality rates CW Headley

“Low purpose in life was significantly associated with death among 6985 older adults participating in the HRS. This finding was robust to adjustment for psychological well-being constructs and also showed a trend with decreasing life purpose.” … Read More

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5 ways to get the most out of your employee benefits in 2020 Danielle Page

If you’re not sure where to start (or if your company’s benefits offerings haven’t changed in decades), don’t worry – we’ve done the work for you. Here’s a look at the top ways to maximize your employee benefits in 2020. Read More

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6 quiet signs stress is starting to affect your health Considerable Staff

If stress is chronic, it can begin quietly affecting your health. This will probably crop up as your body acting out in unusual, disruptive ways. Read More

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Your big brain makes you human – count your neurons when you count your blessings Suzana Herculano-Houzel

All these bequests of your bigger brain cortex mean you can gather four generations around a meal to exchange banter and gossip, turn information into knowledge and even practice the art of what-not-to-say-when. Read More

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2 new studies may make you reconsider that super trendy diet CW Headley

Two new studies published in the journal Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation, illuminate the risk of uncompromising devotion to high-protein regimens. Read More

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New research reveals that our blood is full of caffeine (and often Xanax)Sheila McClear

When testing 18 supposedly pure batches of blood from blood banks, scientists from Oregon State University found that every single one of these supposedly pure specimens tested positive for caffeine – and some tested positive for Xanax, and anti-anxiety drug. Read More

Must Reads

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The 21 jobs that are MOST likely to lead to divorce

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The 12 best people to pick as job references

You want to pick people who have worked alongside you and think highly enough of you to sing your praises to a hiring manager.

I did 8 rounds of interviews and still didn’t get the job

“I’ve interviewed with Google twice now, and when people ask me why I don’t work there, I respond, ‘I can never seem to get past the eighth interview,’” says Steve Silberberg, who is now the founder of Fatpacking, a weight-loss backpacking company.

Myth busted: 5 ageism stereotypes that need to be broken

In the last few months, older social media personalities have been gaining traction on sites like Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tock. They’re called Grandfluencers, and they’re here to debunk pervasive ageism myths….and make a little cash doing it.

The simple eye contact trick you should use in every conversation

“When two people are having a conversation, eye contact signals that shared attention is high —that they are in peak synchrony with one another.”

How to deal with ‘The Great Resignation’ when you are a manager

Managers are worried about maintaining the talent required to keep the doors open, but they are not asking the right questions.

The flu shot may protect you from severe COVID-19 infection

New research found that the flu vaccine may provide vital protection against COVID-19, reducing the risk of suffering severe infection, like stroke, sepsis, and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

The best exercises for flabby arms — workouts you’ve never heard of

You can tone your arms with these five workouts, and we have video to show you the right form.

7 things you should never ask your boss

There are some things you should just not ask your boss — these 7 questions are things you should stay clear from in conversation.