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From exercise machines to aromatherapy, CNET's experts tell you everything you need to know to live a happy and balanced life.
Hate running or lifting weights? Here's how to stay fit anyway
Workouts aren't one-size-fits-all.
8 COVID-19 mask myths that just won't go away
While the CDC has clarified its mask guidance, there's still a lot of misinformation to dispel.
WW diet review: Is the new Weight Watchers worth a try?
Weight loss and wellness that works. But will it work for you?
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Fitness
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Fitness trackers are getting more personal and more powerful in 2022 and beyond
The near-term future of fitness tracking is about helping you make more sense of health data, especially as companies explore more advanced health metrics.
Get the most out of your gym membership with these 7 pieces of equipment
A personal trainer explains which fitness equipment you should actually be using at the gym.
9 must-have pieces of workout equipment for small spaces
You can turn even the tiniest room into a fully functioning home gym.
Best Apple Watch deals: Save $50 on a Series 7 or $40 on Watch SE
You can get Apple's flagship wearable for as little as $349 at Amazon or the lower-cost Watch SE for only $249.
6 best Peloton alternatives for 2022: Get the same great at-home workout for less
Before you splurge on a Peloton, check out these more affordable options from Bowflex, Echelon, Myx Fitness, NordicTrack and ProForm.
Sleep
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The best mattress you can buy in 2022
I tested them so you don't have to.
Best alarm clock of 2022
Wake up feeling rested with a reliable alarm clock that will make your morning routine easier.
Sleep soundly this winter when you shop these bedding and mattress sales
Invest in a good night's sleep without breaking the bank.
The best bed-in-a-box mattresses for 2022
Tired of hauling your new mattress home via U-Haul or truck bed? Consider these top bed-in-a-box mattresses for easy delivery right to your door.
Pokemon Sleep is Pokemon Go but for bedtime
Go to sleep.
Parenting
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Best baby monitors to buy in 2022
We compared Wi-Fi baby monitors, smart monitors, wearable devices and everything in between. Here's how to decide which baby monitor is right for you.
When will children under 5 be able to get vaccinated for COVID-19?
Pfizer's vaccine is only authorized for children 5 and up. That could soon change.
The best debit cards for kids and teens: Greenlight, GoHenry, BusyKid and others compared
Teach your kids about money, while keeping them secure and engaged.
Amazon's collection of kid-friendly tech is all on sale today
Score the kids' versions of Amazon Echo and Fire tablets for cheap.
A new mom's ode to baby apps
Commentary: How did people ever raise a baby without smartphone apps?
Nutrition
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KFC Beyond Fried Chicken is back -- for now. What to know before the meatless nuggets go away
KFC's plant-based "chicken" is now available nationwide, but only for a limited time.
Best healthy meal delivery services for 2022
Start the new year with a healthy meal service that'll give you more free time and keep those nutrition goals on track.
How to calculate and track your macronutrients
Learn how to track macros for weight loss, muscle gain, energy and other fitness goals.
Best prepared meal delivery services for 2022
We tried several of the most popular prepared food operations available. Here are the best.
The best meal kit delivery services
2022 is the year you give yourself a little time back, and an easy meal kit is the perfect way to do it.
Personal Care
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Cloth and surgical masks don't cut it against omicron. But what if that's all you can find?
If you're unable to find, afford or fit an N95-style respirator, use these tips to make the most of your surgical and cloth masks.
7 stylish and comfortable blue-light blocking glasses
Protect your eyes and look good while doing it.
Best places to buy glasses online
Trying to figure out where to buy the best online glasses and get the best deal on prescription lenses? Here's the skinny on the top e-tailers out there.
Best electric toothbrush for 2022
From whitening power to gum care, here's how to choose the best electric toothbrush.
Getting better skin is way simpler than you think
You don't need fancy treatments or a perfect diet. Get better skin in 2022 with these tips from a dermatologist.
Caregiving
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Men can now breastfeed
The Father's Nursing Assistant, by Dentsu, is a breastfeeding device to help dads put their little ones to sleep.
Apple Watch's new Family Setup plan is for kids
Parents can set up an Apple Watch for their children, with parental controls for messaging and location tracking.
Apple Watch Series 4: How to enable fall detection
Be warned, though -- it's possible to accidentally trigger the safety feature.
Why I ditched Walgreens for this pharmacy app
Pharmacy apps sketched me out, until I tried one.
AliveCor’s FDA-cleared 6-lead ECG aims to detect more than the Apple Watch
The KardiaMobile 6L should better detect cardiovascular diseases, is available in June.
Dental Care
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Best electric toothbrush for 2022
From whitening power to gum care, here's how to choose the best electric toothbrush.
Should you brush your teeth before or after breakfast?
It all comes down to what you eat and drink for breakfast.
Is your toothbrush covered in poop? Here's how to thoroughly clean it
Until you zap it, soak it or buy a new one, your toothbrush is covered in bacteria, viruses and other filth -- including poop particles.
Perfect skin, sinus relief and a 10-second toothbrush: 6 wellness products you'll want in 2021
The new frontier? Your face.
Get a Philips Sonicare rechargeable electric toothbrush for 50% off
The Philips Sonicare ExpertClean 7700 is down to $100, but only for today.
