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Postpartum depression (PPD) is a mental health condition affecting new mothers after childbirth, causing sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion that make it difficult to care for themselves and their babies. Unlike “baby blues,” which resolve in days, PPD can last for months and may require medical attention. It is triggered by hormonal changes, emotional stress, and …

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From embarrassing gas to uncomfortable heartburn, everyone has digestive problems from time to time. The good news is there are some simple solutions for many of your troubles. Learn about what causes your discomfort, how to prevent and manage digestive problems, what questions to ask your pharmacist, and when to see a doctor. How does …

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The balance between energy in (eating) and energy out (burning off those calories) is why your weight goes up and down.  If you take in more than you burn, you gain weight — sometimes right away. Losing that weight can be hard, too. To lose 1 pound, experts say, your calorie balance (eating minus burning …

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Women who most closely followed the Mediterranean diet had a 20% lower risk of early death, compared to others who made different dietary choices, according to a new study led by Harvard Medical School researchers. When the researchers sought to understand how the diet may have affected women’s bodies to prolong their lives, they found …

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