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THE PERFECT CUP OF TEA

This week’s Health newsletter focuses on the troubling earlier puberty of girls, the problem with sneaking Junior a beer, bulking up on protein without eating more meat, maximizing your sleep ... and debunking the 10,000 steps a day rule. Plus, finding the right tea—or other coffee alternative. Join us!

THE BIG STORY

Precocious puberty refers to the early development of secondary sex characteristics. In girls, this is before the age of 8-years-old.

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PUBERTY IS HITTING GIRLS EARLIER. WHY?

How drastic has the shift been? Some girls are developing breasts by the age of 6 or 7. These changes could have serious ramifications for the physical and mental health of females worldwide.

TOP HEADLINES

Do you really need 10,000 steps a day?

Want a better high-protein diet? You don’t have to eat meat.

Sleepmaxxing is the newest wellness trend—but does it actually work?

Can religion make you happier? Here’s what science says.

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Different teas affect you differently:

Do you know how oolong differs from pu’er? Green from yellow?

Check out this interactive guide to find out.

REVEAL THE ANSWER

SPOTLIGHT ON FAMILY

Some parents may allow their underage children to practice responsible drinking—but experts say it might actually encourage riskier drinking behaviors when they're older.

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JUNIOR WANTS A SIP OF BEER, SO ... ?

Just a sip? Is it OK to slip your teenager a beer? Science has an unequivocal answer.

Today’s Soundtrack: Beautiful World, Colin Hay

Today’s newsletter was edited and curated by David Beard and produced by Amanda Bryant-Williams. Thanks for reading! Have a suggestion? Let us know.

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