Making your own kombucha allows you to customize the taste, and it's more economical. (Bottled kombucha runs from $2 to $5 a bottle.) For your first batch, it might be helpful to order a starter kit. However you do it, make sure to carefully follow all safety instructions. (And check with a doctor before you …
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Why Does Everyone React Differently to the COVID-19 Vaccines? Here's What Experts Say
I'm a healthy person in my 30s, and when it was finally my turn to get the COVID-19 vaccine, I figured I'd do just fine. While that's mostly true, things didn't go as seamlessly as I thought they would. I had some pretty severe soreness in my arm after receiving my first dose of the …
Freeze-Ahead Recipes for Dinner on Demand—Just Hit Preheat!
Some nights you need dinner to be quick and easy. For those times, stock your freezer with some delicious homemade meals that you can heat up in a flash. Here are three flavor-packed recipes that go perfectly from freezer to oven to table—and they're rated "E" for everyone. If you have a little more time, …
What Is a Stress Test?
If you are experiencing any symptoms that could be related to a heart condition, such as chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or shortness of breath, your doctor may recommend that a stress test be performed. And while it might sound scary at first, stress tests are quite common—and one of the most effective ways to determine …
The Most Sanitary Way to Store Your Toothbrush (and How to Keep It Clean)
From staphylococcus to E. Coli, bacteria thrive on your toothbrush. Think about it: Your toothbrush lives near your toilet, which-when you flush with the seat uncovered-sprays particles into the air that can land on your bristles. (Even washing your hands can put your toothbrush in the line of bacteria fire, if it's close enough to …
Health Benefits of Cold Showers
For most of us, a shower is just part of our daily routine. We jump in the shower to make sure that: we’re clean, we smell good and we look presentable enough to go about our everyday lives in public. Did you know, however, that there are a host of health benefits to showering? And, …
Good Eats: The Health Benefits of Cauliflower (+ Recipes)
It's a nutrition powerhouse, cauliflower is packed with key vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, potassium and folate. It's also a good source of choline, a B vitamin known for its role in brain development. Yes, cauliflower is a food you should keep in rotation and eat at least on a weekly basis. Substituting cauliflower …
Healthy Grilling Recipes That Will Delight Dad This Father's Day
Credit: Kate Sears Are you celebrating a health-conscious dad this year? These 22 recipes are sure to delight him, and each will prove that the grill is one of your greatest allies when it comes to smart eating. Start Slideshow Credit: Christopher Testani Healthy eating is such a large category that it’s best to break …