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The overzealous immune response may show up as rashes, plaques, blisters, scaly patches or skin tightening. Some conditions go beyond skin-deep. They can affect the bones and joints and in some cases ca Best exercises to burn fat 12/20/2021 06:00am • Many Americans are carrying around a bit more fat than they should be. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 73% of Americans have obesity or overweight, and this can increase risk for a vast number of health issues from diabetes and heart disease to cancer. So wh Colored gemstones and 'imperfect' diamonds: Non-traditional engagement rings are here to stay 12/20/2021 04:07am • When you think of an engagement ring, what do you picture? Perhaps a sparkling solitaire stone, or a halo of smaller gems encircling a central jewel. No matter the style, you're likely imagining white diamonds, which have been the reigning symbols of marital commitment for over a century. 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Parents and students -- and teachers too -- are experiencing an extreme version of the typical December slump, as the back-to-school excitement fades and they face the reality of piled-up homework and d 8 Great Fixed-Income Funds to Buy for 2022 12/16/2021 07:00pm • These investments pay a return on a fixed schedule.As 2021 comes to a close, bond funds are showing signs of struggle. The Morningstar Core Bond Index recorded its first decline since 2013 this month. As interest rates begin to rise, things aren't looking much better for fixed-income investors in 20 Best Mediterranean Diet Food List 12/16/2021 07:00pm • The Mediterranean diet is a top-ranked eating pattern."The Mediterranean diet isn't any one specific diet. It's not a specific food or a single ingredient. It's very much an inclusive, sustainable diet that's relatively diverse in terms of what's included," says Michelle MacDonald, clinical dietitia 7 Best T. Rowe Price Funds for Retirement 12/16/2021 07:00pm • T. Rowe Price funds are great for diversifying your portfolio.When you're choosing how to invest for retirement, T. Rowe Price funds are a recognizable name. T. Rowe Price is a mutual fund company that manages more than $1 trillion for investors and competes with other large brokerages such as Vangu 7 Best Tech ETFs to Buy for 2022 12/15/2021 07:00pm • These exchange-traded funds offer effective exposure to technology stocks.Thanks to inflationary pressures and the unique dynamics of the marketplace in 2021, the leading stocks on Wall Street this year have been largely energy-related stocks. However, when most investors think about growth opportun Credit Score vs. Credit Report: What's the Difference? 12/14/2021 07:00pm • Many think that your credit report and your credit score are basically one and the same. While there's a connection between the two, your credit score is separate from your credit report. Your credit score is a three-digit number that represents your creditworthiness. Your credit report, on the othe Healthy Staples You Should Always Have in Your House 12/14/2021 07:00pm • How to stock the pantryWe've all been there, peering deep into thepantry or cupboard hoping meal inspiration will suddenly reveal itself on a busy weeknight. But what makes for a healthy, well-stocked pantry?"A healthy, well-stocked pantry will look different for everyone based on their preferences, Best Foods for People With Diabetes 12/14/2021 07:00pm • First, aim for a well-balanced diet.Diet plays a pivotal role in controlling diabetes. But experts stress that when it comes to managing this chronic disease, it's not about fixating on a few foods but having a balanced plate. "There's really no specific food that I would say either to consume or re