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Scientists Identify Cheap, Easy Way for Runners to Prevent Blisters

Applying paper tape reduced ultramarathon runners’ risk of blisters by 74 percent.

Study Shows Your Gym Equipment Is Even Dirtier Than You Thought

Lab workers visited three gyms and tested the amount of bacteria on exercise bikes, free weights, and treadmills. Here are the gross results.

6 Ways to Get More Out of Your Doctor Appointments

A 10-year study found that doctors’ difficulty communicating with their patients can result in dangerous and expensive errors.

New Study Suggests That Retail Therapy Is Real—If You Buy the Right Things

Money may be able to buy happiness after all.

The Secret to Saving Day-Old Pasta

Your bolognese will live another day!

7 Apps to Help You Stick to Your Workout

Constantly finding an excuse to skip the gym? There's an app for that. Keep reading to uncover seven apps that monitor your progress to keep your fitness plan on track.

9 Questions to Ask Before Deciding on a Real Estate Agent

Presented by Allstate.

6 "Bad" Foods That Belong in Your Diet

Go ahead, eat that bacon, egg, and cheese.

The Best and Worst States for Gender Equality

The study from the McKinsey Global Institute emphasized that fair treatment of women would help, not hinder, the nation’s economy.

8 Tips to Make Cut Flowers Last Longer

Fresh flowers can instantly add cheer to your home or office—until they begin to droop.

Here's How You Can Spring Clean Your Smartphone

Your home isn't the only part of your life that needs de-cluttering.

8 Tips for Finding the Best Sleep Position for Your Health

How do the positions in which we sleep affect our overall health?

11 Research-Backed Ways to Boost Confidence

Presented by Allstate.

This Web App Identifies Unnecessary Words In Your Writing

If you’re struggling to fine tune your writing or reduce that cover letter to a single page, there’s a web app that can help.

This Startup Lets You Return Online Purchases at Real-Life Kiosks

Online shopping just got even more convenient.

4 Reasons to Write by Hand Rather Than Type

It’s good for your brain.

Want to Be More Productive? Stay Extra Busy

Busy people are better at rebounding from missed deadlines, a new study suggests.

9 Scientifically Proven Ways to Prevent Motion Sickness

7. Ginger is your best ally.

New Research Shows the Surprising Reasons Bike Sharing Is So Safe

Fatality rates for cyclists in U.S. bike share programs aren't just low—they're nonexistent.

These U.S. Airlines Are Your Best Bets for a Pleasant Flight

If you're planning an upcoming trip, this list is worth a look.

5 Ways Coupons Actually Make Us Spend More Money

Clip carefully, because coupons have a tricky way of making you overspend.

6 Smart Ways to Furnish Your Home for Under $1000

Presented by Allstate.

How to Answer the Salary Question During a Job Interview

Your starting salary sets the bar for your future earnings, from overtime to raises and promotions, so it's important to get it right.

This App Locks Your Phone When You Need to Be Productive

Your phone doesn't have to be an endless source of distraction.

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