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Allergy-proof your home
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Can exercising late in the day cause insomnia?
For some people, exercising within a few hours of bedtime may cause problems getting to sleep.
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Muesli breakfast bars
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Is your lifestyle causing heartburn?
Heartburn can make your chest feel like it's on fire. Consider these lifestyle changes to prevent heartburn:
- Lose excess weight.
- Stop smoking.
- Don't wear tight-fitting clothes.
- Avoid heartburn triggers, such as alcohol, fatty foods, chocolate and mint.
- Don't lie down soon after a meal.
- Raise the head of your bed.
Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover more healthy lifestyle topics at mayoclinic.org.
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