Health

Catering to readers seeking insights on adopting healthier habits for their physical and mental well-being, this section offers practical advice on exercise, fitness, heart health, nutrition, and other facets of personal wellness. From tips on movement and diet to in-depth discussions about cardiovascular health and the mind-body connection, the goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on taking an informed, holistic approach to one's health.

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Improving Posture
Aging

Improving Posture

Derek Burnett | December 19, 2024

Having good posture is not just about aesthetics. While we generally do find people with proper posture more attractive, it’s…

Urgent Care vs. the Emergency Room: How to Choose
Wellness

Urgent Care vs. the Emergency Room: How to Choose

David Sherer, MD | December 18, 2024

When you need immediate medical attention for a sudden illness or injury, should you head to a hospital emergency room…

What Causes Balance Problems?
Aging

What Causes Balance Problems?

Derek Burnett | December 18, 2024

If you’re concerned about becoming one of the quarter of Americans 65 or older who will suffer a fall this…

Preventing Falls for Seniors
Aging

Preventing Falls for Seniors

Derek Burnett | December 17, 2024

When it comes to how we as Americans assess our daily risks, falling barely registers as a concern for most…

The Restorative Power of Deep Rest
Mental Health

The Restorative Power of Deep Rest

Alexandra D. Crosswell, PhD | December 11, 2024

Between political turmoil…concerns over health care, crime, discrimination, the economy…and fear for our nation's future, half of US adults report…

The Benefits of Potassium
Nutrition

The Benefits of Potassium

Lisa R. Young, PhD, RDN, CDN/LDN | December 11, 2024

You likely think of potassium as an essential mineral, but it’s more accurate to say it is an electrolyte—an electrically…

6 Reasons for Big Toe Joint Pain
Pain

6 Reasons for Big Toe Joint Pain

Johanna Youner | December 8, 2024

When it comes to pain in the big toe joint, there are many culprits. Some are minor, and you can…

What Is Brain Fog? Symptoms, Causes and Treatments
Mental Health

What Is Brain Fog? Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Jessica Fredericksen, MSW, CADDCT, CMDCP | December 7, 2024

We’ve all used the term “brain fog” from time to time to describe a feeling of mental fuzziness or the…

What Causes Your Knee to Buckle?
Pain

What Causes Your Knee to Buckle?

Jorge Chahla, MD, PhD | December 6, 2024

Have you ever felt your knee just give out, leaving you struggling to stand? Knee buckling refers to the sensation…

Why Do I Get Cold After I Eat?
Food

Why Do I Get Cold After I Eat?

Joseph Feuerstein, MD | December 4, 2024

Should you be concerned when a good meal literally leaves you cold? A slight chill after eating isn’t necessarily something…

Sun Poisoning: Symptoms and Treatment
Diseases & Conditions

Sun Poisoning: Symptoms and Treatment

Angela J. Lamb, MD | November 21, 2024

Who doesn’t love that first glorious spring day when the sun warms our forearms and our face? On such days,…

What Is Implicit Memory?
Memory

What Is Implicit Memory?

Daniel Nation, PhD | November 20, 2024

Anytime you get dressed, sing along to a favorite song, drive a car or walk along a crowded street, you’re…

Intrusive Thoughts: Are They Normal?
Mental Health

Intrusive Thoughts: Are They Normal?

Sally Winston, PsyD | November 19, 2024

You’re standing on a subway platform as a train approaches. Suddenly a thought pops into your head—I could jump onto…

How To Be More Social
Wellness

How To Be More Social

Charles Duhigg | November 18, 2024

Many people dislike chatting with acquaintances at social events because they think they are no good at small talk. “What…

Alkaline Water: Benefits, Side Effects, and Risks
Nutrition

Alkaline Water: Benefits, Side Effects, and Risks

Tanis Fenton, RD, PhD | November 15, 2024

Bottled alkaline water has become extremely popular, with sales of around $1 billion worldwide. But what is alkaline water exactly…and…