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.
Numerous studies have shown that physical activity is associated with a lower risk of developing cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease.…
Stomach acid is essential to digestion…but you probably don’t give it much thought unless you have a problem with your…
We know that stress increases levels of the hormone cortisol in the body. But is the opposite true? Does reducing cortisol…
Maybe you’ve never turned teetotaler during “Dry January”…maybe you’ve always turned a cold shoulder to “Sober October.” But if you’re…
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to how often you should wash your hair. It varies according to your age, hair…
You’ve just finished a bout of diarrhea…so now why do you have constipation? The simplest answer is that taking an…
Are you feeling the symptoms of a chest cold and wondering if it is time to see a doctor? Here’s…
Ask people who’ve had cataract surgery whether it was worth it, and most will give you a resounding, “Yes!” Not…
It’s a frequent refrain from people who have undergone surgery to remove cataracts from their eyes…“Best thing I’ve ever done…
Getting surgery can be a huge relief to people who have seen the condition eat away at their independence and…
The prospect of cataract surgery can certainly raise some mixed emotions. On one hand, it holds the promise of correcting…
Most people associate the term circadian rhythm with the body’s sleep-wake pattern, which cycles about every 24 hours and is…
Do you ever feel lightheaded or dizzy as you stand up? You may have experienced orthostatic hypotension, a form of…
Cataracts aren’t easy to live with. This condition, in which the eye’s natural lens becomes clouded over and hard to…
If your vision has been getting worse and your eye doctor has told you that you might need to consider…