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While some things like brushing your teeth may be a daily cleaning necessity, doctors point out that washing your hair too often might be doing more harm than good in the long run. Using shampoo every day can strip your hair of your body’s natural way of protecting it from breakage and keeping your scalp from drying out.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb “Hair produces natural oil called sebum, and shampoo is an emulsifier that captures and traps excess oil, dirt, and product residue, which you then rinse out to clean the hair,” Angela Lamb, MD, an assistant professor of dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, told WebMD....

Limbaugh and Dole join a staggering number of Americans who will be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime; according to the American Cancer Society, approximately 235,760 new cases of lung cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2021 alone, and the disease will likely cause close to 132,000 deaths this year. The devastating effects of lung cancer make it of the utmost importance to catch and treat the disease early—when the cancer is still localized to the lungs, the five-year survival rate is 63 percent, but that number drops to just 7 percent when the disease has spread to distant parts of the body....

RELATED: Drinking This Daily Can Slash Your Risk of Heart Failure, New Study Says. When your doctor performs a routine blood test or metabolic panel, chances are they’ll check to see how much calcium is in your blood. High calcium levels are known as hypercalcemia, a condition that can create kidney stones, weaken your bones, disrupt normal brain function, and cause heart problems. According to the Mayo Clinic, severe hypercalcemia can be especially dangerous for the heart, “causing palpitations and fainting, indications of cardiac arrhythmia, and other heart problems....

READ THIS NEXT: 5 Questions Your Partner May Ask If They’re Cheating, Therapists Say. Aside from physical attraction and intimacy, you want to feel an emotional bond in your relationship, which involves being mindful of what you say to your partner. “Words are powerful and can have a negative or positive impact on your partner’s feelings of self-worth, his/her/their value in the relationship, the level of vulnerability exposed—safe vs. unsafe perceived dynamic, their trust in your ability to support them, and so much more,” Ellie Borden, registered psychotherapist, certified life coach, and clinical director of Mind By Design, tells Best Life....

Whether you’re seeking to take your kids on a magical Christmas vacation, or planning a romantic getaway for two, these small towns go all out with their holiday festivities. READ THIS NEXT: The 10 Best Mountain Towns in the U.S. The Best Christmas Towns in the U.S. Sausalito, California Just on the other side of the Golden Gate Bridge lies a magical waterfront city named Sausalito—which feels like a little slice of Italy....

RELATED: The Zodiac Sign That Is Worst With Money, According to Astrologers. ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb Cancers are known for their homebody nature. Because of that, oftentimes this sign would rather curl up with a good book than go out on the town and spend money on martinis. Hint astrologer and bestselling astrology author Marion Williamson agrees. “Moon-ruled, nurturing Cancers are conservative and shrewd providers who look after their own first,” she says....

Yes, it’s true. Give it a try. Next time you buy a grande latte from Starbucks or an iced coffee from Dunkin, simply remove the lid and dry off the underside. Then, place the lid down on a flat surface. For a hot beverage, the side of the lid that touches your lips should be on top, with the side that usually touches your drink on the bottom. For an iced drink, the side you first poke your straw through should be against the table, so that the side that touches your beverage is facing up....

Nearly one million people are living with MS in the United States, according to a study funded by the National MS Society, including many celebrities; most recently actor Christina Applegate revealed she had been diagnosed with the disease. Read on to discover some early warning signs of MS, according to celebrities from Jack Osbourne to Ann Romney. RELATED: This Early MS Warning Sign Occurs in 80 Percent of Patients, Experts Say....

The New York Times report explains how Ellen DeGeneres’ numbers compare to that of other talk show hosts, some of whom have also seen decreases in their ratings during the COVID-19 pandemic. But, the Ellen ratings have suffered a far greater loss in comparison. This suggests that the drop has to do with how DeGeneres and her show are perceived following the accusations, not just the pandemic. Read on to find out more about how DeGeneres’ show compares to others in the ratings and to find out about some of the other effects the investigation had on the show....

Both the Moderna vaccine and the Pfizer vaccine may produce a reaction around the area on your arm where you got your shot. According to the FDA, you could experience three adverse reactions at the site of your injection: pain, redness, and swelling. It’s important to note that this is most likely not an allergic reaction. When it comes to the latter, the FDA says you should watch out for a rash over your entire body, swelling of your face and throat, difficulty breathing, a fast heartbeat, dizziness, and weakness, as these are the signs of a severe allergic reaction that necessitates calling 911....

On June 15, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved this revolutionary digital treatment, which is not only the first ever video game-based therapy for ADHD, but also the first of its kind for any type of condition. It is aimed at children ages eight to 12 who have specific types of ADHD, and it’s available only with a prescription. Doctors will likely recommend playing the mobile app, called EndeavorRx, for 30 minutes per day, five days a week, over a one-month period, according to CNN....

RELATED: If You Got Johnson & Johnson, This Is When You’ll Get a Booster, CEO Says. Issues with the plant began back in April—it was shut down after an inspection identified a handful of violations, and has yet to reopen. One of the most problematic violations was the possible contamination of the Johnson & Johnson vaccines with an ingredient from AstraZeneca’s COVID vaccine, The New York Times reported. While about 170 million doses of both vaccines were in question following the inspection, Johnson & Johnson only has to scrap a fraction of them....

Before there was Diet Coke, Coca-Cola had Tab. This was the soda company’s first try at a diet drink—launched in 1963—and it was quite iconic during its heyday in the ’70s and early ’80s. When Diet Coke came into the picture in 1982, the demand for Tab decreased. However, like any nostalgic product, Tab kept a loyal fanbase (known as the Tabaholics), so Coca-Cola kept the drink on the market....

RELATED: The Zodiac Sign Least Likely to Fall in Love, According to Astrologers. Because Virgos are notoriously analytical, they can be too in their head to enjoy affection. Jill Loftis of Nuit Astrology says, “While they’re busy spreadsheeting the situation or trying to fix it, they can lose track of conveying an emotional understanding or affectionate response.” Instead of showing love, they’re “more focused on offering solutions to the problem....

Researchers found that for each jump in wedding price, the divorce rate shot up. Couples who spent $1,000 or less on their wedding were 53 percent less likely to get divorced, while those who spent anywhere between $1,000 and $5,000 were 18 percent less likely to part ways. On the other end of the spectrum, if a couple dropped $10,000 to $20,000 on their big day, the marriage was 29 percent more likely to end in divorce....

Read on to see where the respondents, now older and wiser, say they went wrong, and discover the most common financial mistake people make when they are young. And for more financial insights, This Is the Biggest Debt People Your Age Have, Survey Shows. Respondents who made this mistake in their 20s and 30s: 9.9 percent And for how much cash people have stashed away, This How Much Money People Your Age Have on Average, Data Shows....

READ THIS NEXT: The Most Vulnerable Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers. Not only is Virgo the perfectionist of the zodiac, but they’re also one of the biggest worriers, or “a ball of anxiety and insecurity,” as Rachel Clare, an astrologer at Mysticsense, describes. She says this sign “is often mocked for their obvious struggle with life’s unpredictability.” If a Virgo’s favorite lunch spot discontinues their go-to salad, they may seriously struggle....

The cloud-controlled drones will be operated by delivery firm Flytrex, which will actually pick up and drop off select items for Walmart.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb “We know that it will be some time before we see millions of packages delivered via drone. That still feels like a bit of science fiction,” Tom Ward, senior vice president of customer products, said in a statement. “But we’re at a point where we’re learning more and more about the technology that is available and how we can use it to make our customers’ lives easier....

New Hampshire residents drink 4.67 gallons of alcohol (including beer, wine, and spirits) per year. This is likely because the state has low liquor taxes. And for more tipsy states, check out This Is the Drunkest State in America. No offense to New Jersey, but the state isn’t exactly the most beloved. For all the reasons why, check out This Is the Most Hated State in America. Chicago and Green Bay are long-standing rivals, especially when it comes to sports....

RELATED: This Exercise Can Make Your Heart Attack Risk Soar, Study Says. According to the experts at Sleep.org, “Engaging in more strenuous exercise in the 90 minutes before sleep could make falling asleep more difficult.” And there’s research to back that up. An Oct. 2018 study published in the journal Sports Medicine found that while exercising in the evening is generally not an issue, intense workouts within an hour of bedtime can negatively impact your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep, as well as reduce the quality of your sleep....