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Lisa Mulcahy

Contributing Writer

Lisa is an internationally established health writer whose credits include Good Housekeeping, Prevention, Men’s Health, Oprah Daily, Woman’s Day, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire, Glamour, The Washington Post, WebMD, Medscape, The Los Angeles Times, Parade, Health, Self, Family Circle and Seventeen. She is the author of eight best-selling books, including The Essentials of Theater.

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Here's What's Great About Becoming a Mom in Your 40s

Whether it’s the first child or fifth, you’ve got this parenting thing down pat.

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Think You’re Too Young for Shingles? Think Again

About half of people who get the virus are over 60, but it does happen to those much younger.

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12 Easy Ways to Soothe a Sore Throat Quickly, According to Doctors

You might be surprised by the treatments sitting right in your kitchen cabinet.

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100 Questions That’ll Bring You and Your BFF Even Closer

The right Q&A is the perfect way to strengthen your bond.

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What Kids Aren't Telling You About Their Climate-Change Feelings

Plus, how adults can help kids process their emotions and feel hopeful about the future.

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Cabbage Is Having a Moment, But Is It Actually Healthy for You?

This cruciferous vegetable is packed with nutrients.

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Psychologists Say This Habit Trick Makes New Habits Easier to Stick To

It's key to making your days more productive and fulfilling.

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Experts Say Kids Today Want a Very Different Kind of Dad

They’re not looking for a “stoic provider.”

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Cold vs. Flu Symptoms: How Do You Know What Your Body Is Fighting?

Identifying your ailment and finding the right treatment quickly can make all the difference.

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84,000 Bottles of Mouthwash Recalled. Is Yours One of Them?

These oral hygiene products could pose a health risk.

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I Followed the 30-30-30 Rule for Protein and Exercise and This Is What Happened

The goal of the 30-30-30 plan is to start your day with protein and exercise.

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