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February 2009 Articles

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Hot flashes? Just breathe

Battle of the Sexes

Men are faster and stronger-but women live longer. So who's healthier?

Don't Be So Flaky!

No Need to suffer with dry, itchy winter skin until spring. Read on for dermatologist-approved tips to get soft and smooth from head to toe.

Bottoms Up!

Milk this move for all it's worth: Tone your lower half, sculpt shoulders and thighs, and tighten your mid-section.

Sweetheart of a Deal

These chocolate treats not only feed our obsession for this Valentine's Day favorite-they're good for you, too.

The Heart of the Matter

A cardiac nurse and mother of six reconnects with what's really important after a heart scare of her own.

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Laughter: good medicine--and a good workout?

A new combo of laughter and stretching is cracking up yoga classes across the country. The practice--called hasya yoga--is said to improve digestion, reduce stress and studies have shown that a good 20-second belly laugh equals 3 minutes on the rowing machine. Details: www.laughteryoga.org. read all tips