Wellness

car rideshare germs

Dodge these germ-filled spots in cars and rideshares

This free website grades health-focused books on accuracy, healthfulness

health book reviews

Study: Black patients less likely to seek post-injury physical therapy than whites

racial disparity rehabilitation

Jefferson Health to open refugee wellness clinic at Bok building

Jefferson Health Wyss Wellness Center

Tomatoes: A skincare secret weapon thanks to this antioxidant compound

tomatoes lycopene skincare

Here's how Philly-area hospitals 'score' in safety

Patient Blood Pressure 05162019

CVS putting vitamins and supplements to the test

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Drinking six cups of coffee a day can seriously damage your health, study finds

coffee drinking limits

Alternative Medicine

The debate over yoga and mindfulness in schools

Kids Yoga 05132019

This simple move helps to banish bloat in just seconds

how to reduce bloating

Mutter Museum hosting outdoor yoga class in the garden

Carroll - Mutter Museum

While kids do yoga, moms get mimosas and massages

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City of Philadelphia to host free mental health events throughout May

Carroll - Philadelphia City Hall and the Benjamin Franklin Parkw

Why some doctors are prescribing a day in the park or a walk on the beach for good health

Nature Flora 05012019

Pili nuts are a nutrient-rich and low-carb snack option

pili nut health benefits

Get a daily dose of calm in this five-minute podcast

Deepak Chopra Alternative Medicine 04292019

Wellness festival in Manayunk includes exercise, meditation and special guests

B Inspired hosting INSPIREfest, a wellness festival

MCT oil: The brain-boosting and weight loss-promoting extract you should know about

mct oil

IBX, Unite for HER sending care packages to breast cancer patients

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No, drinking kombucha doesn't 'speed up' your metabolism, experts agree

kombucha metabolism connection

Should you pick or pass on bulletproof coffee?

bulletproof coffee health benefits

This Pennsylvania city makes Top 10 list of worst places for seasonal allergies

Stock_Carroll - Running along the Schuylkill River Trail on a spring a day blossoms

This dairy-free drink was created to promote healthy aging

perennial drink aging wellness

Amazon's Alexa can now help book medical appointments, track blood sugar

amazon alexa medical skills

A dose of nature is all the medicine you need when feeling stressed

Stock_Carroll - Wissahickon Valley Park Hiking

Losing my religion led to a healthier outlook on life

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The local nonprofit making a positive impact on the lives of older adults

center in the park germantown

Does most of your paycheck go to rent? That may be hurting your health

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The grain-free, nut-free, gluten-free flour alternative you didn't know existed

coffee flour ketogenic

Climate change may be aggravating your seasonal allergies

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A wellness pop-up that features Champagne

Mind, Body and Bubbly

Alternative Medicine

A friendly reminder that you can't actually detox your liver

liver detox cleanse

Children's Health

Apparently, the chemicals in household dust can spur weight gain

dust weight gain

Here's the 2019 ranking of the most (and least) pesticide-covered fruits and vegetables

dirty dozen clean 16 pesticides

Apparently tons of Americans lie to their bosses about their allergy symptoms

employees lie to boss allergies pexels

Is pre-washed lettuce actually safe to eat?

pre-washed salad safety

Millennials' trendy diets causing zinc deficiencies, in some cases

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Navigating the 'nutrition' specialties, and why you may be looking for a registered dietitian

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Golden berries are the 'superfood' you didn't know you needed in your kitchen

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5 ways life would be better if it were always daylight saving time

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Positivity Charge hosting event focused on mental health, self-care

journaling as a way to practice self-care

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