Today’s Solutions: December 19, 2025

Repetitive activities that put your hands to work can help relieve stress by getting you out of your head Gardening is better than other leisure activities for fighting stress and lowering your risk of dementia Taking time off from work can reduce your risk of heart attack and depression When it comes to your health, you already know how important it is to eat well and stay active. But other hobbies and lifestyle changes—that have…

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