About.com Health: So You Want to Live Forever?

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor My wonderful grandmother recently celebrated her 80th birthday, yet she seems so much younger! What's the secret for living a long, healthy, vibrant life? Glad you asked. How Women Can Live Longer In most countries, women live longer than men, likely thanks to both physical and psychological differences. But we're still vulnerable to several life-threatening conditions. See More About:  live longer for women  avoid diseases that shorten women's lives  healthy aging for women How Men Can Live Longer While you can't control your gender, you can control many of the risk factors for the top five causes of death in older men. See More About:  live longer for men  avoid diseases that shorten men's lives  healthy aging for men How Age Affects Your Body You may have already noticed a few signs of aging: a wrinkle here, a gray hair there. Learn what to expect so that you can also learn how to prevent these changes -- or at least slow them down. See More About:  aging body  how your body ages  aging and your body Can Supplements Help You Live Longer? Many an infomercial has touted the benefits of the latest magic supplement that will extend your time on Earth for years and years. But can popping a pill really have an impact on your longevity? See More About:  supplements for longevity  taking supplements to live longer  which supplements help you live longer Health Ads Department Health Health Medical Mental Health Health and Nutrition Health Care Service Featured Articles Why Do I Have a Summer Cold? Commonly Abused Medications Workout Tips for the Overweight Hormone Allergy Staying Sane During Cancer Treatment Probiotics for Eczema   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement

About.com Health: Race You to the Finish Line!

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor I ran my first 5K race this past weekend, which was an exciting accomplishment. I even managed to hit my goal time! I don't think I'll be running the Boston Marathon anytime soon (congrats to all of yesterday's runners) but I've got to say, it feels good. What are you waiting for? Lace up your sneakers! Training for Your First 5K This program has you alternate bouts of running and walking, gradually increasing the running time over several weeks until you can run all 3.1 miles without stopping. That's how I trained, and it really made it pretty easy. Never Ran Before? That's Okay! More 5K Training Programs See More About:  5k training program  run/walk method  beginner runners Half-Marathon Training Maybe you're a little more ambitious than me and you want to run a half-marathon, like my friend Kate did a couple weekends ago (she ran that, and then also ran the 5K with me a week later. The girl is nuts). This training program will get you to 13.1 miles in no time. How Long Will It Take to Run a Half-Marathon? Walking a Half-Marathon See More About:  half-marathon training  road races  beginner runners Mental Tips for Marathon Running I've heard it time and time again: Running is all mental. A marathon has plenty of challenges, so keeping your head in the race will help you stay focused and reach the finish line. Tapering Before a Marathon When to Replace Your Running Shoes See More About:  marathon running  mental fitness  boredom during runs Avoid these Pre-Race Mistakes It's almost race day! Make sure your hard work pays off by following these tips for the day before. And good luck! Managing Your Nerves Advice for the Morning Before See More About:  marathon running  marathon training  pre-run eating Health Ads Mental Health Help Mental Health Mental Health Topics Health Articles Health Fitness Featured Articles What Causes Seizures? Fiber and Longevity Understanding Medical Test Results Why We Faint Best Sunglasses for Golfing Doctor Visits with Your Preemie   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement

About.com Health: Readers' Choice Award Winners

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor Over the last several weeks, About.com readers like you have nominated and voted for their favorite health-related products, websites, mobile apps, and more. We're excited to finally announce the winners! Best of Gluten-Free If you follow the gluten-free diet, you'll definitely want to check out this list of readers' favorite gluten-free pasta, bread, cookies, and more. See More About:  readers' choice awards  gluten-free food  gluten-free shopping Best Food-Allergy Products Readers picked the winners in everything from the best peanut butter substitute to the best mobile app that will keep you allergy-free on the go. Best Walking Gear We've got the top picks for four types of walking shoes, along with other great gear. See More About:  readers' choice awards  buying treadmills  buying pedometers Best of Pilates There are so many options to do Pilates at home, and we've identified the best DVDs and equipment to help guide you through it. See More About:  pilates dvds  pilates equipment  pilates exercises Health Ads Health News Health Health Magazine Health Beauty Winning Contest Featured Articles Best of Social Anxiety Disorder Best of Pregnancy Think You Have an STD? Fiber and Longevity Understanding Medical Test Results What Causes Popping Joints?   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement

About.com Health: Things You Should Really Stop Doing

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor You hear a lot about what you should do to stay healthy. But it's just as important to consider what you should stop doing, too. Several of the Guides at About.com have banded together to come up with some really useful suggestions on habits you should consider dropping in order to maximize your health. The Big List: Everything to Stop Doing Sometimes these behaviors are simply things you do that get in the way of success, like eating an unhealthy diet or skipping the gym. Other times you might find yourself engaging in self-blame, isolating yourself, or being afraid to ask for help. 10 Things to Stop Doing If You Want to Live Longer 10 Things to Stop Doing If You're Stressed See More About:  10 things to stop doing  about.com health  blog carnivals 10 Things to Stop Doing if You Want to Lose Weight Weight loss can seem like a never-ending journey sometimes, can't it? Find out which of these incredibly common weight loss mistakes might be holding you back. 10 Things to Stop Doing if You Want to Walk Off Weight 10 Things to Stop Doing in Yoga Class 10 Things Runners Should Stop Doing See More About:  cutting calories  lifestyle changes for weight loss  10 things to stop doing 10 Things to Stop Doing if You Have Cancer Being diagnosed with cancer comes with a lot of challenges. You can make things easier on yourself by stopping these won't-make-it-better behaviors, though. 10 Things to Stop Doing if You Have Colon Cancer 10 Things to Stop Doing if You Have Breast Cancer See More About:  10 things not to do  cancer treatment  cancer diagnosis 10 Things to Stop Doing If You Want Better Sexual Health You can't bury your head in the sand if you want to have a healthy sex life. Take notice of the bad habits to avoid. 10 Things to Stop Doing if You Want Effective Birth Control 10 Things to Stop Doing to Yourself If You're Fertility Challenged 10 Things to Stop Doing to Yourself After a Pregnancy Loss See below for more on what to stop doing if you... See More About:  10 things to stop doing  std prevention  Health Ads Health Articles Health Treatment Health Health Help Pregnancy Health Featured Articles Want to Be an Empowered Patient Have an Eating Disorder Have Arthritis Have Bipolar Disorder Have Low Back Pain Love an Alcoholic   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement