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The Truth About Home Medical Tests

webThe most useful home medical tests may be those that help people with chronic conditions such as diabetes, congestive heart failure, and high blood pressure …

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7 Foods With Surprising Health Benefits

webBlood sugar spikes and crashes can deplete your energy and, over time, raise the risk for type 2 diabetes. Eating grapes may actually fend off the disease. A 2013 …

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The Truth About Taking Vitamins

webIn a summer 2022 nationally representative Consumer Reports survey (PDF) of 3,070 U.S. adults, about half of people said they take multivitamins and 42 percent …

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9 Ways to Save Money On Your Healthcare Costs

webDon't let the high cost of medical care hurt your health. Here are nine ways to save money and stay healthy. 1. Shop Your Doctors and Treatments. Because …

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Secrets to Finding Great Doctors

webA poll of more than 600 medical groups, released last year by the Medical Group Management Association, found that 40 percent reported they had a doctor leave …

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Best Sunscreens of 2024

webWith lotions, use about a teaspoon per body part or area that’s not covered up with clothing: 1 teaspoon for your face, head, and neck; 1 for each arm; 1 for each leg; 1 …

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How to Find a Good Doctor

webVitals.com. Find doctors by specialty, condition, insurance, name, and more. You'll get the lowdown on a doctor's awards, expertise, hospital affiliations, and …

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Best Checkup for Your Heart

webCholesterol The National Institutes of Health says all adults over age 65 should have an annual blood test to measure their cholesterol, and possibly more often if …

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Health Insurance News & Advice

webHealth Insurance News & Advice. From surprise medical bills to the intricacies of Medicare Part D, CR untangles and helps navigate the complexities you might …

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How Plastic Can Harm Your Health

webIn the areas near plastic production facilities, researchers have documented increased risk for leukemia and lymphoma, lung cancer, asthma, stroke, premature birth, …

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Best Spray Sunscreens of 2024

webConsumer Reports reveals the best spray sunscreens and shares advice on the right way to use spray sunscreen.

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Is Olive Oil Good for You

webOlive Oil Benefits. Research links olive oil to lower blood pressure, LDL (“bad” cholesterol), and inflammation; increased HDL (“good”) cholesterol; and a reduced …

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How to Choose a Medical Alert System

webBay Alarm Medical. Photo: Bay Alarm. Monthly cost for in-home landline service: $20. Monthly cost for in-home cellular service: $30. Monthly cost for mobile GPS …

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The Benefits of Tea

webA cup has about 30 mg of caffeine. Beverage benefits: Green tea is a good source of catechins, the majority of which are epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which has …

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The Truth About Protein Drinks

webAds depict regular people who look healthy and vibrant, presumably thanks to the protein drinks they’re sipping. It’s wise, of course, to make sure you’re getting …

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Is Sourdough Bread Good for You

webOverall, the nutrition facts of white sourdough bread and white conventional bread are fairly similar. • 1-ounce slice of sourdough white bread contains 77 calories, 3 …

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The Health Benefits of Garlic

webAncient civilizations used garlic to treat asthma, digestive disorders, heart disease, infections, respiratory disorders, tumors, and even intestinal worms. Today, …

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Best Medical Alert System Reviews – Consumer Reports

webBest Fitness Trackers of 2024. These devices from Coros, Fitbit, Garmin, and others go from basic to full-featured, with prices starting at $50. January 20, 2024.

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Vicks VapoRub: How It Works

webThe use of Vicks VapoRub among Hispanic families for respiratory illnesses and pain runs deep. Here’s what makes the salve work, with advice from Consumer …

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Protect Yourself From Healthcare Rip-Offs

webThe caller might also steal your medical identity, using the info you supply to impersonate you at a doctor's office or even gain access to your bank account. …

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Why the Right Home Humidity Matters

webThe optimal relative humidity for indoor air is between 30 and 50 percent, far above the 10 percent it can drop to in winter. In colder climes, you should aim for an …

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Talking Cars 441: 2024 New York Auto Show Highlights

webThe Talking Cars With Consumer Reports video podcast covers highlights from the 2024 New York Auto Show, including models from Honda, Kia, Subaru, and Toyota.

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2025 Polestar 4 Review

webConsumer Reports previews the all-new 2025 Polestar 4 electric vehicle, sharing horsepower, range, and info on key safety features.

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Tips to Get the Best Tax Deduction on Donated Items

webIf you claim a tax deduction for a noncash contribution worth less than $250, the written acknowledgment from the charity should include its name, the date and …

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Black+Decker CM2043C Lawn Mower & Tractor Review

webThe Black+Decker CM2043C is part of the Lawn Mowers and Tractors test program at Consumer Reports.

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