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Cheap, quick and simple, this dish overcomes many barriers young people say stop them cooking at home. But what about the nutritional content?
Parenting a tween or teen can be very different from parenting a younger child. Here’s how to adapt and stay connected as they gain independence.
Seeking a second opinion is not a sign of distrust – it’s good self-advocacy.
Children don’t need a flawless example of parents who never drink alcohol. But over time, they notice your choices about when, why and how much you drink.
By the time you have symptoms of kidney disease, any damage is likely permanent. Here’s what we need to do instead.
It can be tempting to feed young children early, then sit down to a separate meal once they’re in bed. But having family dinners pays off in the long term.
Will vitamin C supplements do you any good and help with these conditions? Here’s what the evidence says – and what to look out for.
Almond or cashew butter might sound fancier than plain old peanut butter. But you might be surprised to find which one’s better for you.
Constantly having headphones on can make your ear canal hot and humid, upsetting the bacteria balance in your ear. Here’s what to look out for.
Nothing is perfect, nothing lasts and nothing is ever finished. That’s the core of wabi-sabi. And psychology suggests this Japanese philosophy may be onto something.
Some people are naturally better at recalling their dreams. Others worry they’re not getting quality sleep if they can’t remember their dreams. Here’s the science.
Black sesame is a hit on social media. Let’s see if its apparent health benefits stack up.
A few simple strategies can help older adults convey their needs to their health care provider.
Bridgerton’s talk of ‘the pinnacle’ may have launched countless memes about orgasms. But there’s a lesson for all parents.
Research suggests there may be evolutionary reasons we don’t fully switch off when we’re sleeping in an unfamiliar environment.
A new review suggests exercise might not help osteoarthritis after all. But don’t write off exercise just yet. Here’s what you can do to ease the pain.
Research suggests how we talk to ourselves may matter more than how positive the message is.
Before you spend your money, here’s why you should think twice about buying a weight-loss patch.
Go on, drink hot water if it makes you feel good. But don’t expect it to have magical properties beyond staying hydrated.
Companies are profiting from parental anxiety while providing questionable benefits from these tests. Here’s what we know so far.



















