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Five Extreme Races You Can Take On

September 9, 2011

Tackle mud, rope obstacles, and fire hazards at one of these five races. Difficulty, discomfort, and exhaustion all guaranteed.

What Ails the Foot

September 8, 2011

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If you’re like most men, your foot problems exceed the occasional rugged toenail or thick callus. Here’s how to treat — and even prevent — the five most common ailments.

Dynamic Stretching: The New Pregame Routine

August 9, 2011

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Dynamic Stretching: The New Pregame Routine

Many top athletes and trainers argue that static stretching is ineffective and potentially harmful. Is it time to change your pregame routine?

Dynamic Stretching Routine: Gallery

August 9, 2011

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FULL SQUATS With a straight back, squat as low as you can while keeping your chest upright. Repeat 10 times.

Beyond Blood Tests

August 9, 2011

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Weight gain, high cholesterol, or low sex drive? Don't leave it up to doc to always diagnose. Here, three under-the-radar procedures that may help you get the right answer to oft-overlooked problems.

Gluten-Free Grub

July 13, 2011

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Get ready to go gluten-free with such easy-to-cook dishes as fresh pancakes, pasta, and other delicious eats that don’t taste like recycled cardboard.

The Practical Guide to Feng Shui

July 6, 2011

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It’s not just for occult interior decorators. Follow these steps for a more livable pad.

The number of skin cancer cases has doubled since 1994, making it the most common cancer in the U.S. Men in their 40s have the highest annual UV exposure, which can lead to squamous cell and melanoma, the two most dangerous kinds of skin cancer. Steer clear of skin disease with these four essentials.

Maximize Your Micronutrients

April 28, 2011

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Whole Foods Market’s diet guru on a new way to pack the most nourishment into your meals

The Best Supermarket Snacks

March 29, 2011

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Finding healthy snacks at the grocery or convenience store, at the airport, and in vending machines is easy with these four rules.

Best New Books for Better Health

March 14, 2011

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Cheaper than a therapist or a personal trainer, these five works, all published in the past year, leverage the latest thinking about diet, fitness, and disease so you can live well.

The Only Three Supplements You Need

March 3, 2011

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Not all dietary supplements have proven science behind them — these three do. Here’s what leading experts recommend men take for optimum health.

Microbe Management

February 23, 2011

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Research shows that the live, beneficial bacteria known as probiotics promote healthy digestion by balancing bad bacteria in the body with good and can aid stomach problems, boost immunity, and protect travelers against diarrhea. Look to these five products to keep your inner jungle humming.

Power Washers

February 21, 2011

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High-tech toothbrushes can give you a cleaner mouth and fewer long-term dental problems. We tested five, each with a unique technology, and consulted with John Kling, a master of the Academy of General Dentistry and Mark Coreil, a Louisiana State assistant professor of dentistry, to determine the best for you.

Everything You Know About Nutrition Is Wrong

February 16, 2011

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Everything You Know About Nutrition Is Wrong

During the past several years, conventional dietary wisdom — skimp on fat, count calories — has started to crumble. Adopting the right approach mandates a new set of dietary rules that will help you live longer, be leaner, and better enjoy the foods you love.