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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You likely know someone with asthma and are familiar with the wheezing and shortness of breath that come with an asthma attack. You might even...
What Causes Eczema?
You probably already know that eczema is an inflammatory skin disease. But what exactly does that mean? What are the causes of this condition? What...
Sciatica Pain Relief: 7 Things You Can Do Now
Sciatica nerve pain—typically some combination of burning, numbness, a tingling pins-and-needles feeling and throbbing—is very real. The cause may be tricky to determine. Here’s why...
Finding Knee Pain Relief
One of the most common physical complaints, especially for older adults, is a knee that swells or aches. Some people live with constant knee pain,...
Benefits of Collagen
The word “collagen” comes from the Greek word “glue”—and that’s a good word to describe the body’s most abundant protein. This fiber-like structure provides stability...
What Diseases Are Linked to Chronic Inflammation?
The more we learn about chronic inflammation, the more we understand just how deeply it is implicated in an enormous variety of diseases and conditions....
What Is Chronic Inflammation?
Chronic inflammation is implicated in many of the most common diseases that affect Americans, including heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s. Yet most of us have...
What Is Memory Chunking?
We’ve all been there. On our way out the door, our significant other says, “Honey, while you’re out, could you please pick up some milk,...
What Vitamins Are Best for Brain Health?
You’ve probably heard that certain vitamins are important for brain health, and you may have read that supplementing with key vitamins is a great way...
Does Ginkgo Biloba Help with Memory?
You’ve probably seen advertising or heard word-of-mouth recommendations regarding ginkgo biloba as a brain-boosting dietary supplement. It’s certainly tempting to think that you can restore...
What Foods Improve Memory?
If you’ve noticed that your memory isn’t quite what it used to be, you may be wondering if one way to combat memory loss might...
What Are the Healthiest Nuts to Keep in Your Diet?
The good news is that you can’t really go wrong with nuts—they are tasty and, for the most part, very good for you. But with...