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Sound baths wash away stress, swell in popularity
Soaking in a warm bath at the end of a long day is one way to unwind and de-stress. But a growing number of Zen-seeking locals are swapping bubbles for bowls to experience a different kind of bath — a sound bath. And research shows it works.
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Dangers of childbirth: Why are more moms dying after babies are born?
A woman’s risk for dying from pregnancy-related causes does not end once her pregnancy does. In fact, a significant number of preventable deaths happen up to 43 days later. WTOP’s Rachel Nania explores death rates among moms in WTOP’s special report, Dangers of Childbirth.
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Dangers of childbirth: Being black can be hazardous to moms’ health
Nationally, black women die from pregnancy-related causes three to four times more often than other women. What’s behind the disparity? Experts say it stems from a troubling history in America. WTOP examines the issue in our special report, Dangers of Childbirth.
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The last straw: Local food market joins movement to ban plastic straws
Environmental advocates say, frankly, plastic straws suck when it comes to keeping oceans clean. That is why one local store is joining a growing movement to ban them.
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Deer, bunnies, weeds: How to deal with summer garden pests
Summer gardens are flourishing, but so are the populations of pesky weeds and critters that can damage all of your vines and veggies.
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New labels are coming to your food — and you can help decide
Gluten-free, organic, all-natural, no sugar added — these days, food packages from pasta to Pringles are littered in labels. And soon, consumers can expect to see more.
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Exceeding eggspectations: Plant-based product looks, scrambles like egg
It looks like egg, tastes like egg, even scrambles like egg. But it’s made from a bean. The latest plant-based alternative product hits the market, and one local chef is embracing it.
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How to lower cancer risk with ‘mix of six’ behaviors
Adopting a few healthy habits can lower one’s risk for cancer. The experts explain.
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Self-taught baker behind Del Ray’s popular Bagel Uprising dishes on delicious bagels
A local lawyer is filling Northern Virginia’s bagel void with his pop-up, Bagel Uprising. And he’s selling out fast.
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Experience DC area in a new way: Stay in historic C&O lockhouses
Forget the hotel key; try a lockhouse. A new way to experience the D.C. area starts in a historic house.
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History in hand: New Va. app tells historic tales along local trails
Part of planning for a road trip involves filling your phone with an army of apps that can help you locate the cleanest restrooms and steer clear of the nastiest traffic jams. And this summer, there’s a new app for your road-trip arsenal: the Virginia History Trails app.
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Need to leave, nowhere to go: Local org gives new life to survivors of abuse
There are many barriers when it comes to escaping domestic violence. One is where to go. But a local organization is helping to bridge that gap.
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Necktie? No. Michael Schlow says cook for dad this Father’s Day
Forget the usual necktie and golf shirt. This Father’s Day, give dad something that will warm his heart and his stomach — a homemade meal. A chef, and father, shares some ideas.
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How to talk to a friend who is experiencing infertility
Know someone struggling with infertility? An expert shares tips on how to best show your support. “I call myself an ovary achiever,” Andrea Syrtash, a relationship expert and author has been struggling with infertility for seven years.
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Phones, parking, picnics: How restaurants retain staff in shortage
D.C.’s restaurant industry is booming, and its growth is making it harder for restaurants to attract and retain staff. But some local chefs and owners are beating the odds. Here’s how.
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