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THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES

Ice cream headaches
Does your favorite ice cream or frosty treat give you brain freeze? Learn what's behind this type of headache and the easy step that can help you avoid discomfort.


Tai chi: A gentle way to fight stress
The graceful movements of tai chi may reduce stress, increase flexibility, ease joint pain and more. Discover this exercise that's safe for practically everyone.

EXPERT ANSWERS

Foods and sleep

Find out if eating late in the day can make it harder for you to catch some z's at night.

Herniated disk vs. bulging disk: What's the difference?

Acting as cushions between the vertebrae in your spine, disks can bulge or crack. See which type is more likely to cause back pain.

Aromatherapy: Is it worthwhile?

Some studies have shown that aromatherapy, which uses plants' essential oils, may ease anxiety, depression and more.

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HEALTH TIP

Know how to do a proper pushup?

Strength training includes exercises that use your own body weight for resistance. Pushups, for example, work your chest, arms, shoulders and upper body. Give it a try: Position yourself on your hands and feet with your eyes facing the floor. Place your hands slightly greater than shoulder-width apart and your feet comfortably apart. Keeping your back and legs straight, slowly bend your elbows and lower your chest until your chin reaches the ground. You'll feel tension in the muscles in your back, abdomen and upper arms. Then slowly return to the starting position.

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