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Welcome to your weekly roundup on living well, made simple.

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Your mouth on weed is nothing to smile about

Smoking marijuana can increase cavities, tooth loss and the risk of oral cancers — but you can take steps to protect yourself.

3 keystone habits that can transform your health this year

Keystone habits are foundational behaviors that can influence other areas of your well-being. When you establish one, it sets off a cascade of positive changes.

A multistate salmonella outbreak may be linked to oysters. What people should know

A multistate outbreak of salmonella infections is likely linked to raw oysters, according to the CDC. Dr. Leana Wen explains what to do to reduce chances of illness.

This is ‘brain rot,’ a slang term with something to it

Teens talk about their “brain rot” online. While there isn’t data to back it up, per se, experts do have concerns about the effect on kids and adults.

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New year, new thinking: Redefine habits simply as triggers and reactions

Dr. Benjamin Gardner, a University of Surrey professor in the UK who studies habitual behaviors, breaks down why people struggle to make New Year’s resolutions stick.

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