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                <title><![CDATA[Dengue fever: What to know and do]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/dengue-fever-what-to-know-and-do-202407313062</link>
                <description><![CDATA[The US is seeing an unusual spike in the mosquito-borne illness dengue fever. What is dengue, and where is it occurring in the US? How does it spread? And what steps can you take to protect against this and other mosquito-borne illnesses?]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diseases &amp; Conditions</category>
                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
                                    <category>Immune and infectious diseases</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Parenting isn't easy: Two important skills can help]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/parenting-isnt-easy-two-important-skills-can-help-202407243060</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Parenting can be challenging, but childhood and adolescence can be difficult too. How can parents help their kids manage anger, sadness, anxiety, and handle emotionally trying times? Practicing two skills can help both your child and you.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jul 2024 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Pediatric health</category>
                                    <category>Pediatric health</category>
                                    <category>Mind &amp; Mood</category>
                                    <category>Stress</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Dupuytren's contracture of the hand]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/dupuytrens-contracture-of-the-hand-202405033037</link>
                <description><![CDATA[One condition affecting the hands and fingers is Dupuytren's contracture, where one or more fingers become curled, making it difficult to perform everyday activities. Dupuytren's affects one in 20 Americans, so what do people need to know about it?]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 06:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diseases &amp; Conditions</category>
                                    <category>Bones and joints</category>
                                    <category>Medications and treatments</category>
                                    <category>Surgical treatments and procedures</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[How &mdash; and why &mdash; to fit more fiber and fermented food into your meals]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-and-why-to-fit-more-fiber-and-fermented-food-into-your-meals-202404263036</link>
                <description><![CDATA[A healthy diet is key to a healthy gut microbiome, which helps the immune system function well and reduces chronic inflammation among other important tasks. And increasing evidence suggests that fiber and fermented foods can play important roles in gut health.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2024 06:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diet and nutrition</category>
                                    <category>Healthy Eating</category>
                                    <category>Digestive Health</category>
                                    <category>Mind &amp; Mood</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Shining light on night blindness]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/shining-light-on-night-blindness-202401313011</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Night blindness makes it hard to see in dim or dark settings, which can affect safety at home and make driving dangerous after dark. While the cause varies, there are steps people can take to address these problems.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diseases &amp; Conditions</category>
                                    <category>Eye Health</category>
                                    <category>Independent Living</category>
                                    <category>Medications and treatments</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[How healthy is sugar alcohol?]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-healthy-is-sugar-alcohol-202312183002</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Food products advertised as being lower in sugar or sugar-free contain sugar substitutes. Sugar alcohol is another ingredient used as a sweetener in food products. But is sugar alcohol a better choice nutritionally than other sweeteners or natural sugar?]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diet and nutrition</category>
                                    <category>Diabetes and metabolic health</category>
                                    <category>Diet &amp; Weight Loss</category>
                                    <category>Healthy Eating</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Small pets are delightful, but some carry dangerous bacteria]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/small-pets-are-delightful-but-some-carry-dangerous-bacteria-202312042998</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Small animals like turtles, iguanas, and frogs are often chosen as first-time pets for children, but it may be best to avoid them because they can carry bacteria that can make people sick. Here's what to know about this illness.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
                                    <category>Pediatric health</category>
                                    <category>Immune and infectious diseases</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[How much sleep do you actually need?]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-much-sleep-do-you-actually-need-202310302986</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Just how many hours of sleep are enough for you? The answer varies and it might be better to track sleep quality than focus on the number of hours you log each night.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
                                    <category>Sleep</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Is online gambling harming you?]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-online-gambling-harming-you-202310022978</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Online gambling is a popular and growing business, but for millions of Americans, what begins as occasional fun can lead to devastating problems. Trouble with gambling often builds gradually and severe gambling problems share risk factors with substance-related disorders.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Mind &amp; Mood</category>
                                    <category>Addiction</category>
                                    <category>Mental Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Heat rash: How to spot it and what to do]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/heat-rash-how-to-spot-it-and-what-to-do-202308182968</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Lingering heat waves have brought warnings about recognizing and preventing heat-related illnesses. Heat rash, while not dangerous itself, can signal heat exposure that may lead to more serious conditions. Here&#39;s how to avoid and treat it.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 06:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diseases &amp; Conditions</category>
                                    <category>Skin and hair health</category>
                                    <category>Environmental health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Plyometrics: Three explosive exercises even beginners can try]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/plyometrics-three-explosive-exercises-even-beginners-can-try-202308022960</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Plyometric training involves short, intense bursts of activity that target fast-twitch muscle fibers in the lower body that generate power for increased speed and jumping height. Doing plyometric exercises can boost strength, power, and agility.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Balance</category>
                                    <category>Physical activity and exercise</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Mud runs: Dirty, challenging, next-level fun]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/mud-runs-dirty-challenging-next-level-fun-202306262948</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Mud runs are outdoor team events that take the form of an obstacle-course competition and promise plenty of good, clean (dirt-covered) fun for participants. Competing in a mud race is physically challenging, but can deliver many health benefits for those who&nbsp; train for them.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jun 2023 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Pediatric health</category>
                                    <category>Physical activity and exercise</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Sneezy &lt;em&gt;and&lt;/em&gt; dopey? Seasonal allergies and your brain]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/sneezy-emandem-dopey-seasonal-allergies-and-your-brain-202305222937</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Allergy season is longer and more intense this year-causing sneezing, and itchy eyes in millions of people. But allergies also affect the brain, causing symptoms like brain fog. Here are some ways to prevent or ease brain fog from allergies.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Mind &amp; Mood</category>
                                    <category>Brain health</category>
                                    <category>Allergies and hay fever</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Babesiosis: A tick-borne illness on the rise]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/babesiosis-a-tick-borne-illness-on-the-rise-202305032932</link>
                <description><![CDATA[While Lyme disease is the most commonly reported tick-borne illness in the United States, a report from the CDC shows that ticks that cause babesiosis are appearing in more parts of the Northeast and Midwest.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2023 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Environmental health</category>
                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
                                    <category>Immune and infectious diseases</category>
                                    <category>Physical activity and exercise</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Slowing down racing thoughts]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/slowing-down-racing-thoughts-202303132901</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Everyone has moments when their brain feels like it's gone haywire. When these racing thoughts take over the mind can't stay focused, feeding into a cycle of anxiety. But there are things you can do to break this cycle and regain control.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Mind &amp; Mood</category>
                                    <category>Anxiety</category>
                                    <category>Concentration &amp; Focus</category>
                                    <category>Mental Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[A mindful way to help manage type 2 diabetes?]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/a-mindful-way-to-help-manage-type-2-diabetes-202302062885</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Lifestyle changes like regular exercise, a healthy diet, and sufficient sleep are cornerstones of self-care for people with type 2 diabetes. But can mind-body practices help people manage or even treat type 2 diabetes? An analysis of multiple studies suggests they might.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diseases &amp; Conditions</category>
                                    <category>Diabetes and metabolic health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Jump-start a healthier New Year with four holiday eating tips]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/jump-start-a-healthier-new-year-with-four-holiday-eating-tips-202212072862</link>
                <description><![CDATA[The holiday season is full of parties, gatherings, food, and drink &mdash; making it an ideal time to adopt healthier eating habits. Doing so can help you manage stress and avoid overeating, and will set you up for success in the new year.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2022 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diet and nutrition</category>
                                    <category>Healthy Eating</category>
                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Should you get an over-the-counter hearing aid?]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/should-you-get-an-over-the-counter-hearing-aid-202211162852</link>
                <description><![CDATA[New regulations allow Americans to buy hearing aids over the counter, without requiring a hearing test. These devices will cost less and can only treat mild to moderate hearing loss--will they be right for you?]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2022 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Staying Healthy</category>
                                    <category>Ear, nose, and throat</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Strong legs help power summer activities: Hiking, biking, swimming, and more]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/strong-legs-help-power-summer-activities-hiking-biking-swimming-and-more-202205122743</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Legs are the foundation for many enjoyable activities-running, bicycling, swimming, and more. Building strong leg muscles can improve your performance, build endurance, and reduce your risk of injury. These exercises will work all of the major muscle groups in your legs.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Physical activity and exercise</category>
                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Power your paddle sports with three great exercises]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/power-your-paddle-sports-with-three-great-exercises-202204192726</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Like kayaking or canoeing, paddleboarding provides a serious workout. But before you head out on the water, you'll want to get some key muscle groups in shape, especially ones that probably have not been used much during winter.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Physical activity and exercise</category>
                                    <category>Bones and joints</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[The plant milk shake-up: Pea and pistachio join oat and almond]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-plant-milk-shake-up-pea-and-pistachio-join-oat-and-almond-202203232711</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Pea, potato, and pistachio milk? Supermarkets now sell multiple kinds of plant-based milks made from nuts, beans, grains, vegetables, or fruit. Before trying these, some people might like to know more about nutritional benefits and any other reasons to choose or avoid them.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diet and nutrition</category>
                                    <category>Digestive Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Warming up to the cold: Staying active in any weather]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/warming-up-to-the-cold-staying-active-in-any-weather-202203102702</link>
                <description><![CDATA[It's difficult to get motivated to be active outside during cold-weather months, but it's important to your health and can help you meet any fitness goals you're trying to reach. There are ways to get outside and moving in cold temperatures.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2022 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Mental Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Thinking of trying Dry January? Steps for success]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/thinking-of-trying-dry-january-steps-for-success-202201032662</link>
                <description><![CDATA[If you want to cut down on your alcohol consumption, or just want to start the new year on a healthy note, consider joining the Dry January challenge. Does a month seem like a long time? Here are steps you can take to improve your chances of success.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Addiction</category>
                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
                                    <category>Alcohol</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Tinnitus: Ringing or humming in your ears? Sound therapy is one option]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/tinnitus-ringing-or-humming-in-your-ears-sound-therapy-is-one-option-202112082654</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Millions of people have tinnitus, a condition where a person hears a sound inside the head that does not come from any external source. There are many possible causes and no cure, but there are ways to ease the symptoms, one of which is sound therapy, which uses external sound to alter a person's perception of or reaction to tinnitus.]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2021 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diseases &amp; Conditions</category>
                                    <category>Nerve pain (neuropathic pain)</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Skin in the game: Common skin problems and solutions for men]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/skin-in-the-game-two-common-skin-problems-and-solutions-for-men-202111222643</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Dry skin and athlete's foot affect many men. There are several treatment options for both conditions, and steps you can take to prevent them from occurring or returning.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Men&#039;s Health</category>
                                    <category>Skin and hair health</category>
                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Evoking calm: Practicing mindfulness in daily life helps]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/evoking-calm-practicing-mindfulness-in-daily-life-helps-202110142617</link>
                <description><![CDATA[It's easy to feel too busy to be mindful, but everyone can find a few minutes during the day to pause and reflect. Even a brief, regular mindfulness practice provides a respite from the pace and stress of life, and can help with memory, concentration, and focus.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Mind &amp; Mood</category>
                                    <category>Concentration &amp; Focus</category>
                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
                                    <category>Stress</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Easily distracted? Try meditation]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/easily-distracted-try-meditation-202109232600</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Attention control is an essential for time management and productivity, but to stay focused on a task, you need to be able to keep distractions from derailing your progress. Mindfulness meditation can calm a wandering mind, and can be used to train your brain to increase attention, focus, and concentration.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Mind &amp; Mood</category>
                                    <category>Mental Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Looking out for diverticulitis]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/looking-out-for-diverticulitis-202108162572</link>
                <description><![CDATA[More than half of US adults over 60 have diverticulosis, a condition where part of the wall of the colon bulges outward and forms tiny pouches. Diverticulosis does not cause symptoms, but if a pouch becomes inflamed or infected it becomes diverticulitis, which can be mild or more serious.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diseases &amp; Conditions</category>
                                    <category>Bladder &amp; Bowel</category>
                                    <category>Digestive Health</category>
                                    <category>Pain</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Want probiotics but dislike yogurt? Try these foods]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/want-probiotics-but-dislike-yogurt-try-these-foods-202107142918</link>
                <description><![CDATA[One reason people eat yogurt is because it contains probiotics &mdash; beneficial bacteria and yeasts that improve digestion, provide protection from dangerous organisms, and boost the immune system. But not everyone likes the taste or texture of yogurt, so here are some other foods that offer the same benefits.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diet and nutrition</category>
                                    <category>Digestive Health</category>
                                    <category>Immune and infectious diseases</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Band together for stronger legs]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/band-together-for-stronger-legs-202107082537</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Using your own body weight for exercise is simple and straightforward, but sometimes you need to further challenge your muscles. Resistance bands are versatile, portable, and easy to use to strengthen legs. These four leg exercises with resistance bands will enhance your lower-body workouts.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Balance</category>
                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Resistance bands: 3 great ways to build upper body strength]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/resistance-bands-3-great-ways-to-build-upper-body-strength-202105182458</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Resistance bands don't look impressive, but they work muscles in different ways than other pieces of strength-building equipment. The bands offer varying levels of resistance, can be used to strengthen a variety of muscle groups, and may be easier to use for some people.]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Bones and joints</category>
                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Happy trails: Take a hike, now]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/happy-trails-take-a-hike-now-2021050422511</link>
                <description><![CDATA[After too much time spent indoors (and probably less active than is healthy), getting outside and taking a hike is a great way to get some exercise while enjoying nature. But before you hit the trail, make sure you're well prepared.]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Physical activity and exercise</category>
                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Natural remedies for hemorrhoids]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/natural-remedies-for-hemorrhoids-202102232393</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Hemorrhoids are painful and unpleasant, and difficult to talk about. But they are common among people over 50, and they are not dangerous and can be managed with simple remedies and self-care.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diseases &amp; Conditions</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[3 easy ways to get active — right now]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/3-easy-ways-to-get-active-right-now-2021020121851</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Thinking about exercising is great, but just jumping in is often the best way to blast past mental or emotional barriers. You don’t need a complex workout program; start small and focus on making activity a daily habit. Here are easy ways to add activity to your day.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2021 15:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Stiff and achy in the mornings? How to fix that]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/stiff-and-achy-in-the-mornings-how-to-fix-that-2020120821565</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Often, feeling stiff and a little achy when you wake or during the day is related to periods of inactivity, perhaps while sleeping or parked in front of a computer. To counteract this, plan frequent movement breaks and try these stretches focusing on stiff or achy areas.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[7 strategies for partnering up with ED]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/7-strategies-for-partnering-up-with-ed-2020111921385</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Men who have erectile dysfunction are often embarrassed and are reluctant to talk about their condition. But significant others can help by offering much-needed support in a number of ways.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:30:51 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Men&#039;s Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Coping With IBS]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/coping-with-ibs-2020110321291</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Irritable bowel syndrome is a complex and painful condition. Its cause is unknown and there is no cure, so treatment focuses on day-to-day management, but often people need additional assistance beyond medical care to cope with emotional side of living with IBS.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Bladder &amp; Bowel</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[6 all-natural sex tips for men]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/6-all-natural-sex-tips-for-men-2020091520946</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Erectile dysfunction (ED) medications are relatively safe and work for most men, but they aren’t right for every man. Here are six proven strategies that can help –– and offer added benefits on overall health and quality of life.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Dental Health</category>
                                    <category>Diet &amp; Weight Loss</category>
                                    <category>Men&#039;s Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[All rise now — just how fit are you?]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/all-rise-now-just-how-fit-are-you-2020050619770</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Attempting to stand up from a seated position on the floor is a good way to assess your overall fitness. No problem?   Do it regularly to track your physical health. Having difficulty? Try these exercises to help you improve your fitness.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2020 14:30:11 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Men&#039;s Health</category>
                                    <category>Women&#039;s Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Think running is not for you? Try this]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/think-running-is-not-for-you-try-this-2020041519529</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Not a fan of running? Good news: You don’t need to run fast, far, or that often to reap benefits. And you can ease into running by doing a run/walk program, where you alternate periods of running and walking and gradually increase the time spent running.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Heart Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[The BEEP program: Keep your balance]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-beep-program-keep-your-balance-2020031019038</link>
                <description><![CDATA[As people get older, the complex system that helps them maintain balance does not work as effectively, increasing the risk of a fall. A study found that specific exercises can improve balance in older adults.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Healthy aging and longevity</category>
                                    <category>Balance</category>
                                    <category>Physical activity and exercise</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Straight talk on planking]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/straight-talk-on-planking-2019111318304</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Your core muscles are your body’s foundation, and the plank pose is a great exercise to do to help build core strength—it’s challenging but not complicated. Here’s everything you need to know to plank correctly.]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2019 15:30:18 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Exercise and Fitness</category>
                                    <category>Back Pain</category>
                                    <category>Men&#039;s Health</category>
                                    <category>Women&#039;s Health</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Feeling gassy — is it ever a cause for concern?]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/feeling-gassy-is-it-ever-a-cause-for-concern-2019090917599</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Intestinal gas can be embarrassing, but is a normal part of digestion. Only rarely is excess gas cause for concern. Which foods you eat –– and how you digest them –– can make a difference.]]></description>
                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2019 14:30:42 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diet and nutrition</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Headaches: What to know, when to worry]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/headaches-what-to-know-when-to-worry-2019061116803</link>
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                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Headache and migraine</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Ease anxiety and stress: Take a (belly) breather]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/ease-anxiety-and-stress-take-a-belly-breather-201904261861</link>
                <description><![CDATA[The stresses of daily life can keep us in a state of constant tension. Learning to belly breathe can help ease your body's response to anxiety and stress.]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Mind &amp; Mood</category>
                                    <category>Anxiety</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[The rise of push-ups: A classic exercise that can help you get stronger]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/rise-push-ups-classic-exercise-can-motivate-get-stronger-2019021810165</link>
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                <author><![CDATA[Matthew Solan]]></author>
                
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                <pubDate>Sun, 17 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Dairy: Health food or health risk?]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/dairy-health-food-or-health-risk-2019012515849</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <category>Diet and nutrition</category>
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                <title><![CDATA[Give yourself an annual health self-assessment]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/give-yourself-an-annual-health-self-assessment-2018122815662</link>
                <description><![CDATA[An annual health self-assessment—a full analysis of your well-being—is a way to evaluate your status, taking into account both what you have accomplished and where you may be able to improve.]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 28 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[The introvert’s guide to social engagement]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-introverts-guide-to-social-engagement-2018111415353</link>
                <description><![CDATA[Research shows that regular social interaction can lower risk for heart disease, depression, and early death, but not everyone is comfortable in social settings. If this describes you, there are still ways you can socialize without going beyond your comfort zone.]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 14 Nov 2018 15:30:47 -0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Tired? 4 simple ways to boost energy]]></title>
                <link>https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/tired-4-simple-ways-to-boost-energy-2018090714678</link>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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