When I retired at 54 with my husband, I worried we'd be bored spending all our time together. I'm learning to focus on myself.

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The author retired early.

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Americans are just about failing when it comes to nutrition, says a food-as-medicine researcher. A few simple diet tweaks could help.

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Americans aren't eating enough fruits and vegetables, according to a researcher who studies food as medicine.

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Children with high BMIs should not use obesity medications like WeGovy, US doctors warn

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Wegovy injection pens.

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A sudden spike in cases of a rare infection often linked to flesh-eating bacteria is happening in Japan

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Streptococcus pyogenes

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I wanted to have a name in Spanish and English like my dad. I learned names can be adaptable.

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The author's dad is Chilean and went by a Spanish and English version of his name.

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There are 4 social styles, from 'firefly' to 'evergreen.' Here's what yours says about your relationships.

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A cardiologist shares 1 simple change you can make to your diet to protect your heart health

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Sugary beverages add around 500 calories a day to many people's diets, increasing your risk of heart health issues. Start by cutting back on sodas, sweetened coffees, and alcohol.

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I weighed 434 and my doctor said I could die. I lost 163 pounds by riding a stationary bike and focusing on portions and lean proteins.

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August Miller, left, at 434 pounds and, right, at 271 pounds today.

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I traveled with friends in my early 20s and again in my 40s. I love traveling with girlfriends at different life stages.

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Melissa Noble (middle) and her friends while having a picnic in Bhutan.

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I'm a therapist who's been hospitalized for a manic episode. I worried about the stigma at work — then, another patient recognized me.

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Marcia Naomi Berger is the author of "The Bipolar Therapist: A Journey from Madness to Love and Meaning."

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