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Best Solutions for Congested Skin (aka Neglected Skin)

Cleansing: The first rule of good skincare: cleanse naturally, without harsh chemicals.

7 Natural Remedies to Help Aging Skin

Aging Skin: Learn 7 natural remedies to boost collagen, preserve elastin, and help aging skin.

Natural Remedies for Acne and Rosacea

Acne: Discover the all-natural Do’s and Don’ts for treating teenage acne or adult rosacea.

The Newest Verdict On Coffee

About three years ago, I realized that my first few days of dietary cleansing were always accompanied by awful headaches. Could it be coffee withdrawal, a friend asked me.

Have a Baby Later, You Might Live Longer

I called my daughter today to say she might want to wait awhile longer before having a baby. “It could double your chances of living to be a very old woman,” I told her. (She only laughed.)

8 Anti-Aging Skincare Tips for Women (Start with Vitamin C)

Tired of falling for every new list of anti-aging skincare tips? It’s enough to make you wonder: as we age, can we really do anything to preserve (much less restore) a youthful complexion? Yes, abs...

8 Smart Skincare Tips for Guys

Yes, proper men’s skincare really IS unique. Guys enjoy some natural advantages — and some particular challenges — when caring for their face. To look good, men need to learn how their skin “works,...

Get a Flu Shot or Skip It This Year: What's Healthier for You?

Have you decided whether or not to get a flu shot this year? Silly as it might seem, I struggle with the decision every year. The naturalist in me hesitates. Meanwhile the fear of a 103-degree feve...

How to Live to Be 100

Someone once said that the secret to a long and happy life is having a big, caring family – in another city. It’s a funny one-liner, but according to the newest social science research, it’s not t...