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Behind the Scenes With Eduardo Garcia (Video)

Go behind the scenes with chef and outdoorsman Eduardo Garcia and learn how losing his hand taught him to appreciate life even more.

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Taking Charge: Eduardo Garcia

By Heidi Wachter

A near-death experience left Eduardo Garcia without a left hand, but it taught him the power of self-acceptance, curiosity, and community in healing — and in living life to its fullest.

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ASK THE DOCTOR: The Pros and Cons of the Keto Diet

By Tiffany Lester, MD

The ketogenic diet is all the rage right now, but is it right for you? We asked one of our favorite functional-medicine docs, and here’s what she had to say.

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When Should I Get a Mole Examined?

By Jon Spayde

If your mole changes in terms of size, symmetry, color, or border, it’s time to see a doctor.

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13 Ways to Protect Yourself from Electromagnetic Radiation

By Pamela Weintraub

Many of our digital devices — including cell phones — emit electromagnetic radiation, which may be harmful to our health. Here are tips on reducing your exposure risks.

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Bill Heyman’s Success Story

By Bill Heyman

How one man — after losing his wife to leukemia and surviving his own cancer treatment — reclaimed his health and completed a 365-mile bike ride through Israel.

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PUMPING IRONY: Decisions, Decisions

By Craig Cox

When critical illness strikes, elderly patients often have less control over their treatment options than they would prefer. Recent research — and my own experience — suggests that better communication could create better outcomes.

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Cancer-Fighting Diets

By Laine Bergeson Becco

Here are the benefits — and challenges — of using a vegan, Paleo, and ketogenic diet to prevent and heal from cancer.

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Whole-Person Cancer Care

By Laine Bergeson Becco

Why lifestyle-based therapies — including nutrition, exercise, acupuncture, and other alternative practices — are becoming essential components of traditional cancer treatment.

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The Benefits of Active Commuting

By Michael Dregni

A new study underscores the health benefits of cycling to work.

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California Classifies Weed Killer Roundup as Cancer Causing

By Michael Dregni

In milestone move, the state lists the world’s most applied herbicide as a human carcinogen.

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Lifestyle Can Thwart Cancer

By Michael Dregni

Thirty-year mega study finds up to 48 percent of carcinoma could be prevented with healthy lifestyles.

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PUMPING IRONY: The Elixirs of Youth

By Craig Cox

The life-extension industry spews forth hyperbole at a pace that would make WikiLeaks blush. Take it all with a grain of salt.

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Behind the Scenes With Nora McInerny Purmort (Video)

By Experience Life Staff

Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with writer Nora McInerny Purmort to hear how facing hard truths during challenging times helped her grow.

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The Cure Is in the Kitchen

By Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl

A trip to the Mayo Clinic reveals the surprising future of medicine.

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PUMPING IRONY: Good News About “Bad” Cholesterol

By Craig Cox

A new study suggests that geezers might benefit from producing more LDL cholesterol.

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Is Talcum Powder Linked to Ovarian Cancer?

By Casie Leigh Lukes

Researchers continue to debate about the safety of the personal-care product after court orders Johnson & Johnson to pay damages for death of baby-powder user.