“Sleep helps cells repair themselves,” says Marisa C. Weiss, M.D., president and founder ofBreastCancer.org.
Also, checkAirNow.gov: If the air-quality index score is above 150, hit the gym.
Transfer your pad thai to a ceramic plate before digging in.
Make a Date
Texting and tweeting are great but shouldn’t replace actual face time.
“Standing for a few minutes every half hour may be enough to minimize the effects.”
Open Wide
Poor dental hygiene can increase your risk for gingivitis, an inflammation of the gums.
Over time, high levels of inflammation may increase your risk for cancer, Dr. Weiss says.
Another good reason to see your dentist: She can screen you for early signs of oral cancer.
If both tests are negative, you might wait three years before checking again.
Upload it to the free Microsoft HealthVault, then email the link to loved ones.
Find Dr. Nice
A rude doc can mean poorer health for you.
If yours doesn’t measure up, make a switch.
The odorless gas can seep through cracks in your home from the surrounding soil.
Ensure your space is safe by using a home-testing kit, available at hardware stores.
Do a Vitamin Check
Vitamin Dappears to help breast cells grow normally, Dr. Weiss says.
for a blood test.
(Don’t tan to up your dose: It can cause cancer!)
