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Uncertainty is a natural part of life, but it’s easy to feel completely overwhelmed when a lot of unknowns are coming your way at once—like, right about now. Between political tension and rising gun violence, ongoing debates over health mandates, and the general unpredictability happening in your personal life, it’s no wonder many of us feel on-edge.When life is up in the air, you have two options: Hide out on your couch and pretend like nothing’s wrong, or find new ways to work through the uncertainty. It goes without saying, but the first isn’t really an option—and ultimately, the only…

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A recent large Swedish study was uniquely designed to “cut through that noise” by comparing siblings where one had been exposed to acetaminophen in utero and the other had not, Lucky Sekhon, MD, a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and ob-gyn at RMA of New York and author of fertility guide The Lucky Egg, tells SELF. This way, the researchers could control for a bunch of key confounders, like genetics, household environment, socioeconomic status, and maternal health history, all of which tend to be similar between siblings, Dr. Sekhon points out. The result? The “signal faded,” Dr. Alwan says: Exposed siblings…

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Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source.As fall creeps toward winter, we know we’ll have to turn on the heat. But when is the right time? If you’re arguing with your partner or roommate about the thermostat, we’re happy to be able to end that argument for you. (They’ll probably never admit they’re wrong, though.)The easiest answer, which is not necessarily the correct answer, is to look for nighttime lows falling below 55 degrees Fahrenheit. That said, neither the…

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As someone who mixes up their workout routine with cardio, stretching, and strength training, I’m always on the lookout for new ways to shake things up — literally. After hearing the buzz about the best vibration plates and their potential benefits, I was curious to see if they could really deliver. According to lifestyle and wellness coach Simran Malhotra, MD, they just might. “Vibration plates can support metabolic and neurological health, improve bone density, and boost muscle strength in certain individuals,” she says. They may also offer benefits like enhanced lymphatic drainage, though more research is still needed. Personally, I…

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What screams fall more than butternut squash? This collection highlights this healthy winter squash in comforting soups, satisfying salads, creamy pasta and more. Try dishes like our Melting Butternut Squash with Maple Butter for a flavorful and nutritious side dish, or make our Spinach & Artichoke–Stuffed Butternut Squash in just 15 minutes of active time for a hearty dinner that brings out the best in this delicious vegetable. Love any of these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save, search and organize your EatingWell recipes all in one place. It’s free! Melting Butternut Squash with Maple Butter Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist:…

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Woks are versatile kitchenware that many households use almost daily. Of course, they’re wonderful for stir-fries, but they can be used for steaming, sautéing, deep-frying, and braising. They’re great for quick cooking and tossing food, and also anytime you need to get a beautiful sear for a ripping hot pan.  When choosing a new wok, it’s important to consider the main material (we recommend carbon steel), the design elements, and whether you want a flat bottom or round one. To help you find the best wok for your kitchen, we enlisted the help of the Allrecipes Allstars—our dedicated team of…

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Touch grass: How Gen Z stopped going outside and why it matters––The IndependentA new study reveals that most British young people stay indoors for days at a time, fueling the mass decline of mental health and the continuing rise of the age of rage. Two-thirds of Gen Z (67%) said they don’t go outside for days at a time; 57% of millennials reported the same. Only a quarter of those surveyed across all ages said they made a conscious effort to leave the safety of indoors at least once a day.   What exactly are you eating? The nutritional ‘dark matter’…

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