Margret Aldrich
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What is the Difference Between Deodorants and Antiperspirants?
Hoping to avoid body odor? Try clothing made from natural textiles — and make your own healthy deodorant!
Why Do Certain Clothes Smell Worse Than Others After We Sweat?
Polyester promotes odor-causing bacteria called Micrococci. Cotton does not.
Why Do Some People Sweat Excessively?
Though rare, hyperhidrosis can cause someone to sweat a lot.
Does Sweating Change With Age?
From birth to puberty to perimenopause and menopause in women, sweating changes a lot.
Why Does My Sweat Stink When I’m Stressed?
It all comes down to the apocrine glands.
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sweat
Discover the fun, fascinating, funky truth about sweat.
Beating Addictions, Mindfully
A new clinical trial reveals that mindful meditation may help you kick your smoking habit — for good.
Is Your DNA Data Protected? Understanding Your Genetic Rights
Be informed about your rights regarding your genetic information.
4 Strategies to Help You Stay Calm When Calling Customer Service Reps
Four tips for a more thoughtful and positive approach to your next customer-service call.
Another Case for Going Gluten-Free
Is gluten sensitivity — without diagnosed celiac disease — a myth? A new study says no.
Twins & Fitness
What happens to the health of identical twins who have very different exercise habits?
Just How Often Should You Shower?
Discover the impact of showering on your microbiome. Learn how often you should shower for optimal skin health and immune function.
Exercising With Asthma
Warming up properly prior to an intense workout may reduce asthma sufferers’ reliance on inhalers and other medications, according to two recent studies.
Why Anti-Odor Clothes Stink
Why you may want to avoid anti-odor clothes, and alternatives for lessening the stink.
5 Tips for Picking a Healthier Energy Bar
They promise power, performance, and enhanced recovery, but many energy bars are little more than candy bars by another name. Here’s a look inside and how to find the healthiest option for your needs.
Compassion and Health: An Interview With James Doty, MD
How compassion and social connection have a powerful effect on our health, happiness, and well-being.
9 Ways to Connect and Transform Your Community
Connect and transform your community with these tips.
Debunking News of Sweden’s “Low-Carb, High-Fat” Guidelines
Although the Swedish Council on Health Technology Assessment found benefits of eating healthy fats, they won’t be changing their guidelines.
How to Dress for Your New Body
Think fashion is frivolous? Psychologists say clothing is inextricably tied to how we feel, especially when our bodies are changing through weight loss or improved fitness.