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Get to know the new Nutrition Facts label
The recently revamped label makes it easier than ever to make healthy food choices. Get the facts from a Mayo Clinic dietitian.
Gallbladder polyps: Can they be cancerous?
The size of gallbladder polyps can be a useful predictor of whether they're cancerous.
Forgiveness: Letting go of grudges and bitterness
Forgiveness and letting go can lead to healing and peace.
Foot swelling during air travel: A concern?
Swelling of the leg or foot while flying is common and usually harmless.
Fingernails: Do's and don'ts for healthy nails
Find out the signs of a problem with your fingernails, plus tips for taking care of them.
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE): What is it?
Find out more about a virus spread to people by mosquitoes, its symptoms and ways to prevent being infected with it.
Does prickly pear cactus have health benefits?
Have you heard about prickly pear cactus? Find out about some surprising health benefits of this versatile plant.
Do infrared saunas have any health benefits?
How is an infrared sauna different from a traditional sauna? Light provides the heat.
Discolored semen: What does it mean?
Find out what causes discolored semen.
Digestion: How long does it take?
Digestion takes about two to five days, depending on your system.
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