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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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New Study Supports Air Pollution as a Breast Cancer Risk
Breast Cancer

New Study Supports Air Pollution as a Breast Cancer Risk

Chris Iliades, MD | April 11, 2024

It’s no surprise that air pollution is bad for our bodies, especially respiratory systems. But what about cancer? A recent…

Breast Reduction Surgery Helps More Than Appearance
Exercise & Fitness

Breast Reduction Surgery Helps More Than Appearance

Chris Iliades, MD | April 11, 2024

Breast reduction surgery is usually considered a cosmetic procedure, but a new study from the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive…

New Diabetes Drugs Can Reduce Risk of Colon Cancer
Colon Cancer

New Diabetes Drugs Can Reduce Risk of Colon Cancer

Chris Iliades, MD | April 11, 2024

Trulicity, Ozempic, Victoza, and Rybelsus…you’ve probably heard of at least a few of these brand-name drugs on TV. They’re a…

New Study Supports Medication for Breast Cancer Prevention
Breast Cancer

New Study Supports Medication for Breast Cancer Prevention

Chris Iliades, MD | April 11, 2024

Certain drugs can help prevent breast cancer in women who are high risk. From previous studies, breast cancer researchers know…

Beyond the Mediterranean Diet
Food

Beyond the Mediterranean Diet

April 11, 2024

The Mediterranean diet gets lots of attention in the nutrition world …and for good reason. People who live in the…

Home Remedies for Acid Reflux
Digestive

Home Remedies for Acid Reflux

April 10, 2024

In acid reflux stomach acid surges into the esophagus causing pain. Digestive enzymes and other home remedies for acid reflux may help.

Why Beans are Good for You
Food

Why Beans are Good for You

April 10, 2024

Few foods are as good for you as beans offering a combination of protein, fiber, and vitamin. Eating more beans can provide a multitude of benefits.

Natural Remedies for Autoimmune Disease
Diseases & Conditions

Natural Remedies for Autoimmune Disease

April 10, 2024

The immune system can become confused. And when it’s confused, it can mistake the body’s own organs and tissues for an outside invader and may attack

Addressing the Causes of Cataracts
Eye Health

Addressing the Causes of Cataracts

April 9, 2024

The chief cause of cataracts is aging, but lifestyle choices and good nutrition can slow or even stop the development of cataracts later in life.

Diet for Diverticulitis
Digestive

Diet for Diverticulitis

April 9, 2024

A diet for diverticulitis can make a big difference in preventing an attack of this painful and miserable infection of part of the digestive track.

Addiction as a Chronic Illness
Diseases & Conditions

Addiction as a Chronic Illness

Nzinga Harrison, MD | April 9, 2024

Addiction touches the lives of more than 100 million Americans every single year. It’s time to rethink how we view…

Medical Marijuana Is Poorly Regulated
Diseases & Conditions

Medical Marijuana Is Poorly Regulated

Kenneth Finn, MD | April 8, 2024

Medical marijuana is now available for purchase in 38 states, but thanks to lackluster regulation, buying dispensary marijuana remains a…

Eat to Protect Your Brain
Food

Eat to Protect Your Brain

April 8, 2024

Eating according to the Mediterranean diet may help preserve memory and reduce the risk of dementia. Two of the most…

Your Medical Test Results
Aging

Your Medical Test Results

Charles B. Inlander | April 7, 2024

There are many things about our health-care system that cause anxiety. Issues such as getting a reasonably quick appointment with…

When Simple Illnesses Don’t Go Away
Diseases & Conditions

When Simple Illnesses Don’t Go Away

William Schaffner, MD | April 6, 2024

You probably think of an infectious disease like a cold, flu, or COVID-19 as an acute problem. They make you…