Horoscope

Venus & Mars moderate cosmic flow

Humans are not the only creatures case of seriousness. Don’t wait for a who will do the fun things until it reason to find the humor in things. hurts them, although humans are Laughter is a balm. uniquely poised to create a world that reinforces the behavior. GEMINI (May 21-June 21): You can

The opposition of Venus and Mars play it cool if you wish, but a corny, urges us to be careful old-timey music number about pursuing our own enjoyment. Take a HOROSCOPES does tend to play inside your heart every time you temperate approach, and learn to be delighted with BY HOLIDAY think of a certain someone, an indication that this may moderation. be a connection for the ARIES (March 21-April 19): There is no time HOLIDAY CANCER (June 22-July to waste in wondering what the other person MATHIS 22): You have already made a solid case with the facts, means. Talk about what and there’s nowhere left you’ve already learned, to go with that. If it still and see if you can get some guidance. didn’t sway the other person, move to Ask questions, and if you still don’t the very influential realm of story and understand, ask different ones. feelings.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Without the diversion of novelty and fun, you run the risk of contracting a bad ages.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There’s a decision to make and something important hanging in the balance.

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898 You’re starting to get the feeling that once you make up your mind about this, you probably won’t unmake it. All the more reason to take your time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In the past, you’ve run ideas by certain people looking for guidance or approval. Now you realize that your need and focus have changed. Seek new mentors for new directions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Showing up strong always works best when you actually have all that it takes to do so. When you’re not quite sure where the relationship should go next, forget about strength. Show up curious and ready to listen and learn.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): Tell your side of the story. A lot of people have gone before you already, but that doesn’t make your point of view any less important. Contribute. You never know who needs to hear you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

You never really operate alone. You will sense the influence and perhaps the presence of someone while you are engaged in an activity you associate with that person.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

Some people’s patience is very easily challenged, especially those who are thinking in shorter and more closed terms, or who have extremely strong self-interest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You won’t be sure what to say, but you’ll be sure that you’re supposed to connect and say something. Relax and start the conversation. Once you get over the initial icebreaker, it all flows naturally.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You’re in a role, so play it. Don’t worry how well it really suits you. That takes away from the show. This is no time for pondering. Commit. It’s short term. Later, you can look back and know you gave it your all.

COSMIC QUESTION: “I have this feeling that he’s not as happy as his girlfriend’s Facebook Timeline suggests. There are pictures of them at the beach, kissing, frolicking at parties and more. It looks like true love. Then why does he seem so interested in me? I swear he gives me special looks like I’m someone who is important to him. Do you think that a Sagittarius (me) and a Taurus (him) could make a go of it if his Gemini girlfriend weren’t – literally – in the picture?”

People take pictures of what they fear losing. That’s why children and baby animals take up more than their fair share of digital memory: We know this stage of life is not going to last, and we miss it already. Maybe that’s what the Gemini girlfriend feels, too. Regardless, she has him now.

The larger question to answer, dear roaming, adventurous, thrill-seeking Sagittarius, is: Would you still want him if he weren’t taken? You do tend to fixate on the exciting challenges of life, and it would be a shame to make your play and potentially break up a relationship for something that’s not going to be very serious or last too long.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Leonardo DiCaprio’s career is as diverse as it is impressive. Whether he’s playing a hunky heartthrob, a mad genius or a plucky criminal mind, his craft, commitment and talent come shining through. Sun, Venus and Mars all in the intuitive sign of Scorpio lend a brooding intensity and a sincere desire to understand the way people work from the inside out.

Putting the brakes on CBD self-dosing

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A new lab study found when preg- and taking in the nutrient along with nant females are regularly exposed to other phytochemicals in veggies may cannabis, their offspring have long- be the most beneficial. term cognitive deficiencies, asocial behavior and anxiety in adulthood. Statins: Benefits beyond

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There are many myths about how scribed med for elevated LDL cholesto keep your eyes and brain healthy: terol – are proven. Don’t cross your eyes or they’ll stay According to a 2014 meta-analysis of that way. Being creative will strengthen 20 years’ worth of published research, the right side of your brain (turns out the cardiovascular benefits are huge. you use both sides for such tasks). But a growing number of studies shows Avoid sneezing with your eyes open or statins do more than protect you from heart attack or stroke. • Several studies indicate they decrease your risk for dementia by protecting the health of blood vessels in the brain and helping prevent amyloid protein accumulation, which characterizes Alzheimer’s. • They may reduce your risk for cancer, according to a new study that looked at a statin’s impact on 367,000 people who had a particular cancer-related gene variant. Other studies show statins may reduce the risk of prostate and breast cancer. • Statins may fight infection: A 2009 meta-analysis found folks on statins were 43% less likely to contract infections and 45% more likely to respond to treatment than people not taking statins. Docs now suggest statins may help fight off COVID-19.

So, don’t debate whether you should take or stay on a prescribed statin. (Only 55% of people stick with ‘em past six months.) That med may protect your heart, brain and a whole lot more from health problems.

Mehmet Oz, M.D. is host of The Dr. Oz Show, and Mike Roizen, M.D. is Chief Wellness Officer Emeritus at Cleveland Clinic. To live your healthiest, tune into The Dr. Oz Show or visit sharecare.com. (c)2020 Michael Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet Oz, M.D. Distributed by King Features Syndicate, Inc.