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Heart shaped marshmallow in a mug of hot chocolate. (Photo: Getty Images)

Better Chocolate Choices

Dark Chocolate Benefits Heart Health For Valentine’s Day, skip the milk chocolate candy and replace it with a cup of dark hot cocoa. “In terms of protecting the heart, research suggests that drinking a cup of dark hot chocolate can be equated with drinking a glass of wine,” says
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Plate of turkey cranberry sauce, green beans and mashed potatoes on a table with candles and saucer of gravy. (Photo: Getty Images)

Healthy Thanksgiving

Moderation, Creativity Key to Happy Holiday The temptation to overindulge at Thanksgiving is immense, but before going overboard, it is worth pausing and remembering you can eat, drink and be merry – as well as healthy – over the holiday season. A mixture of party invites, big
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Microorganisms in your digestive tract not only help with digestion, but also affect overall health, including mood and susceptibility to illness and disease. (Photo: RyanKing999/Getty Images)

Gut Feeling

Small Changes Make Big Differences in Gut The bacteria in your gut do more than simply help digest your food. The microorganisms living in your digestive tract can also influence your overall health, including your mood and susceptibility to illness and disease. Experts still
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