If “more is more” describes your moisturizing philosophy, you may want to lighten up on the lotion. Dermatologists have begun to suspect that over-moisturizing may cause skin to become dependent on the outside assistance, leading to more dryness. “Definitive data is still lacking, but the theory is that applying a continued thick barrier of moisturizer …

2.5 billion. No, it’s not how old the Earth is. It’s the average amount of times the heart beats in a lifetime, according to the American Heart Association. Breaking it down even further, your heart beats 100,000 times every day, pumping about 2,000 gallons of blood. Your heart rate dictates the exact number of times …

Your period can tell you a lot about your health. In fact, last year the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists published a report recommending that it be viewed as a vital sign the same way your blood pressure, pulse, and temperature are. Why? Because in addition to telling you whether you’re pregnant or not, …

Thinking about entering into an open relationship? You might want to do some research first. For anyone unfamiliar, here’s the deal: An open relationship is one in which both partners agree to a non-monogamous arrangement. This can mean exploring sexual relationships with new partners or engaging in romantic relationships outside of the main partnership. If …

Have you taught your kids to be more persuasive? You should, because that will make them more successful. All the extremely successful people I know — and all the great leaders I know — are exceptionally good at persuading other people to follow them. But being persuasive doesn’t mean you have to manipulate or pressure …