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  • How to recover after a workout

    How to recover after a workout
    2026/03/16
    It's normal to feel some pain or soreness after a workout. But how much is too much, and more importantly, how do you get relief? This episode, build out your post-workout recovery routine. A sports medicine doctor, nutritionist and professional athlete break down everything you can do from the moment your last workout finishes to right before your next one begins – to feel better in your body, minimize your injury risk and get the most out of that gym session. This episode was originally published on Jan. 30, 2025

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    22 分
  • Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants you to reframe your understanding of pain

    Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants you to reframe your understanding of pain
    2026/03/03
    Why do we have pain in the absence of injury, or long after our tissue has healed? How can the same pain stimulus feel so different, depending on who you are, or even what day it is? Neurosurgeon and CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta, author of It Doesn't Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life, talks about some of the surprising developments in pain science, including non-opioid treatments you may not know about.

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    21 分
  • 4 myths about women's health

    4 myths about women's health
    2026/02/26
    Do women really need to focus on cardio? Worry about heart health? Do a yearly mammogram? Meghan Rabbitt, author of the new book The New Rules of Women's Health, sets the record straight.

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    19 分
  • Tired of being tired? Natural ways to get the energy you crave

    Tired of being tired? Natural ways to get the energy you crave
    2026/02/19
    Do you feel like you're sleepwalking through the week? Instead of reaching for your third coffee of the day, consider tweaking your lifestyle habits. Gut health expert Dr. Amy Shah explains how small changes in your diet and sleep can help you naturally recharge. And to get that spring in your step again, experts share how to find something that lights you up from within.

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    25 分
  • Don't mess with your cuticles (and other nail advice)

    Don't mess with your cuticles (and other nail advice)
    2026/02/12
    Is there a right way to trim your nails? Are manicures bad for your hands? Can a supplement help with nail growth and health? We'll answer all these questions (and more) in this episode of Life Kit.

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    24 分
  • Health insurance hell: Why do I need a prior authorization?

    Health insurance hell: Why do I need a prior authorization?
    2026/02/10
    Some medical procedures and treatments require prior authorization from your health insurance company, meaning you'll need pre-approval before you can receive care. This episode, health care reporter Sarah Boden shares tips on making the prior authorization process as smooth as possible — so you can save yourself frustration and get medical support sooner.

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    13 分
  • 7 kinds of rest (other than sleep)

    7 kinds of rest (other than sleep)
    2026/02/02
    In Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith's book, Sacred Rest, she outlines different kinds of rest you may be craving. From the mental to the physical, Dalton-Smith shares how to identify what kind of respite you need and how to embrace rest.

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    21 分
  • Some patients face hurdles getting PrEP. Here's what to know

    Some patients face hurdles getting PrEP. Here's what to know
    2026/01/29
    A daily preventive pill can be invaluable for people at risk for HIV. But some doctors don't know much about prescribing them and billing headaches are common. Here’s how to overcome those obstacles.

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    5 分