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Taylor Swift joked that 'jet lag is a choice.' A sleep expert has thoughts about that

Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs embraces Taylor Swift after defeating the San Francisco 49ers during this year's Super Bowl in Las Vegas. Swift, who flew in from Tokyo to attend the game, jokingly told him, "jet lag is a choice." Ezra Shaw/Getty Images hide caption

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Taylor Swift joked that 'jet lag is a choice.' A sleep expert has thoughts about that

Plus, six tips on how to stay alert and minimize sluggishness when traveling rapidly across multiple time zones.

Tuesday

Parents, it's time to talk to your child about vaping
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Parents, it's time to talk to your child about vaping

Age-appropriate prompts and questions that can help start a productive conversation about vaping nicotine and e-cigarettes with your child.

Parents, it's time to talk to your child about vaping

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Thursday

COMIC: To prevent digital eye strain, give those peepers a little love
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COMIC: To prevent digital eye strain, give those peepers a little love

You can strain your eyes if you stare at a screen for too long, say eye doctors — and that can cause eye fatigue, headaches and blurry vision. Nip those symptoms in the bud with these eye care tips.

COMIC: To prevent digital eye strain, give those peepers a little love

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Monday

How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired)
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How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired)

A good siesta can offer significant mental and physical health benefits. Here's how to take a nap that won't affect your nighttime sleep — and will leave you feeling energized.

How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired)

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Sunday

Millions of women are 'under-muscled.' These foods help build strength

This tuna, chickpea and parmesan salad bowl packs a protein punch, which is crucial for building muscle strength. Allison Aubrey/NPR hide caption

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Millions of women are 'under-muscled.' These foods help build strength

We start to lose muscle in our 30s, and the loss accelerates with age, putting us at risk of frailty later in life. But what you eat — specifically how much protein — is a big part of the solution.

Millions of women are 'under-muscled.' These foods help build strength

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Monday

How to prevent stress from escalating into distress
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How to prevent stress from escalating into distress

If you've been experiencing negative feelings like panic or anxiety for more than a few days, you might be in distress, says psychiatrist Dr. Kali Cyrus. Here's how to keep those emotions in check.

How to prevent stress from escalating into distress

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Monday

Feeling anxious? Try smiling or doing a good deed to snap out of it
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Feeling anxious? Try smiling or doing a good deed to snap out of it

Feeling overwhelmed, panicked or anxious? Clinical psychologist Jenny Taitz offers simple techniques to improve your mood and calm your body and mind in minutes.

Feeling anxious? Try smiling or doing a good deed to snap out of it

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Tuesday

Popular myths about sleep, debunked

Does it matter what time you go to bed? Sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins identifies commonly held beliefs about sleep — and debunks misconceptions. Photo Illustration by Becky Harlan/NPR hide caption

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Popular myths about sleep, debunked

Is it OK to exercise before you hit the hay? Sleep for less than 5 hours a night? Sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins sets the record straight to help you get better sleep.

Popular myths about sleep, debunked

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Thursday

Why you should ask about guns before your kid's next playdate

Before taking your child to a friend or a family member's house, ask them if they have guns at home and what safety measures they have in place to protect children and young people from accessing them. Cavan Images/Getty Images/Cavan Images RF hide caption

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Why you should ask about guns before your kid's next playdate

Firearms are the No. 1 cause of death for children and teens in the U.S. Take these life-saving precautions to protect kids — whether or not you own a gun.

Why you should ask about guns before your kid's next playdate

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Sunday

Ready to cold plunge? We dive into the science to see if it's worth it

Mikki Smith lets out a cry as she adjusts to the frigid water. It was her first time with the Puget Sound Plungers in Seattle, Washington. Mike Kane for NPR hide caption

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Ready to cold plunge? We dive into the science to see if it's worth it

When it comes to the health benefits of cold water dips, the hype is ahead of the science. NPR talked to researchers about what's true, what's not, and the latest on how to get the most out of it.

Ready to cold plunge? We dive into the science to see if it's worth it

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Tuesday

We've heard we need more fiber in our diets. Here are 8 easy tips for getting there
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We've heard we need more fiber in our diets. Here are 8 easy tips for getting there

Rethink your relationship with fiber, the dietary superhero of food — and learn clever ways to add more of it to your diet.

We've heard we need more fiber in our diets. Here are 8 easy tips for getting there

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Monday

Wolfing down your meals? Here's how to slow down and eat more mindfully
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Wolfing down your meals? Here's how to slow down and eat more mindfully

Lilian Cheung, a mindful eating lecturer at Harvard, shares helpful tips on how to slow down while eating — including saying 'The 5 Contemplations' by Buddhist master Thích Nhất Hanh.

Wolfing down your meals? Here's how to slow down and eat more mindfully

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