Life, But Better

01.17.26

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Autism advocates celebrate release of ‘magical’ first-ever Barbie on the spectrum | CNN

Autism advocates celebrate release of ‘magical’ first-ever Barbie on the spectrum

The new doll carries a pink fidget spinner that actually spins, wears pink noise-canceling headphones to reduce sensory overload, and holds a pink tablet that represents her augmentative and alternative communication, or AAC, device.

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Combining small changes in diet, exercise and sleep may extend life | CNN

Combining small changes in diet, exercise and sleep may extend life

Focusing on improving sleep, diet and exercise may work together to add more years to life, according to a new study.

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Stress-proof your body: How to build a nervous system that supports your fitness goals | CNN

Stress-proof your body: How to build a nervous system that supports your fitness goals

If exercise feels harder than it should, chronic stress may be working against you. Learn how to regulate your physiology so your body can support your fitness goals.

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Financial stress may be as bad for the heart as traditional risk factors for cardiovascular disease | CNN

Financial stress may be as bad for the heart as traditional risk factors for cardiovascular disease

A new study raises questions about how financial stress fits into cardiovascular health. Dr. Leana Wen explains what people can do to protect their hearts.

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