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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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Microvascular Disease Is Hard to Detect and Very Dangerous
Heart

Microvascular Disease Is Hard to Detect and Very Dangerous

Holly S. Andersen, MD | February 23, 2015

The Hidden Heart Disease Even Doctors Miss It’s hard to imagine that, with all the technology available today, heart disease…

Don’t Let Dementia and Age-Related Diseases Catch You Off-Guard
Aging

Don’t Let Dementia and Age-Related Diseases Catch You Off-Guard

Jullie Gray, MSW, LICSW, CMC | February 19, 2015

Few situations could be more tragic for older adults than being treated as if they have Alzheimer’s disease when they…

Quick Way to Peel Garlic

Quick Way to Peel Garlic

February 19, 2015

You know the usual way to skin a garlic clove…you smack it with the flat side of a knife (or…

The Truth About Sexual-Enhancement Herbs for Men

The Truth About Sexual-Enhancement Herbs for Men

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | February 19, 2015

Herbal supplements might seem like a good idea if you are a man who is having “trouble” in the bedroom.…

Surprising News About Diet, Coffee, Caffeine and Tinnitus

Surprising News About Diet, Coffee, Caffeine and Tinnitus

February 19, 2015

If you suffer from tinnitus—that irritating, persistent ringing in your ears—you know that it’s no joke. They say caffeine and…

A Shocking Side Effect of Everyday Drugs

A Shocking Side Effect of Everyday Drugs

Jack E. Fincham, PhD, RPh | February 18, 2015

You won’t believe how these medications can mess with your mind… You wouldn’t be surprised if a narcotic painkiller made…

4 New (and Delicious) Cancer-Fighting Foods

4 New (and Delicious) Cancer-Fighting Foods

Alice Bender, MS, RDN | February 18, 2015

Researchers are continually investigating foods that may help prevent cancer. But which ones have the strongest evidence? The American Institute…

New Thinking on MS

New Thinking on MS

Rob Motl, PhD | February 17, 2015

Here’s the latest research on what really helps… Until recently, if you were diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), treatment options…

The Surprising Cause of a Chronic Runny Nose and Cough

The Surprising Cause of a Chronic Runny Nose and Cough

Andrew Rubman, ND | February 14, 2015

If you have chronic postnasal drip, a frequent cough and/or a sore throat that won’t quit, you might quickly blame…

Relieve COPD Flare-Ups with Vitamin D

Relieve COPD Flare-Ups with Vitamin D

February 13, 2015

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a crippling combination of chronic bronchitis and emphysema. If you have it, you’re worn…

Guide to Skin Cancer: Prevention, Detection and Treatment
Skin Cancer

Guide to Skin Cancer: Prevention, Detection and Treatment

February 12, 2015

Skin cancer isn’t caused only by the sun…and it most certainly is not only a “summer thing.” There are all…

Painful Hand Osteoarthritis Could Mean Heart Disease
Heart

Painful Hand Osteoarthritis Could Mean Heart Disease

February 12, 2015

You may feel little, if any, pain, stiffness or weakness if you have osteoarthritis. In fact, you may not even…

3 Diet Pills That Really Work (Safe, Too)

3 Diet Pills That Really Work (Safe, Too)

Harry Preuss, MD, CNS | February 11, 2015

Despite what you may have heard, some diet pills can help you drop pounds safely. I’ve spent much of my…

The Real Reason Your Joints Won’t Stop Hurting

The Real Reason Your Joints Won’t Stop Hurting

Harris H. McIlwain, MD | February 11, 2015

When arthritis doesn’t get better, bone spurs could be the culprit… That stabbing, aching pain in your joints may mean…

Do Statins Help or Harm Thyroid Cancer Risk?

Do Statins Help or Harm Thyroid Cancer Risk?

February 10, 2015

Do statin drugs lower your risk for certain kinds of cancer? Some doctors think they do. But when a group…