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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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Blood Pressure Recommendations by Age
Cardiovascular Disease

Blood Pressure Recommendations by Age

Derek Burnett | January 11, 2024

When it comes to the possible causes of high blood pressure (hypertension), some are within our control (We call these…

Signs of Low Blood Pressure
Cardiovascular Disease

Signs of Low Blood Pressure

Derek Burnett | January 10, 2024

For most people, their blood-pressure-related concerns have to do with hypertension, meaning blood pressure that is dangerously high. But some…

Disrupt the 11 Pathways of Aging
Aging

Disrupt the 11 Pathways of Aging

Michael Greger, MD, FACLM | January 10, 2024

A decade ago, experts in the field of anti-aging medicine gathered near the western tip of Sicily. Their goal: Reach…

White-Coat Hypertension
Cardiovascular Disease

White-Coat Hypertension

Derek Burnett | January 9, 2024

Most people understand the importance of monitoring their blood pressure so they’ll know if they have hypertension and can treat…

Anti-Aging Serums – Worth the Hype?
Aging

Anti-Aging Serums – Worth the Hype?

Angela J. Lamb, MD | January 9, 2024

Sales of anti-aging serums are expected to triple in the next 10 years to $150 million. There already are thousands…

Tricks to Lower Blood Pressure
Cardiovascular Disease

Tricks to Lower Blood Pressure

Derek Burnett | January 8, 2024

If you’ve just learned that you have high blood pressure, you may feel a sudden sense of urgency and alarm,…

Even Older Adults Can Get STIs
Diseases & Conditions

Even Older Adults Can Get STIs

Matthew Hamill, MD, PhD, MPH | January 8, 2024

There’s an epidemic in the US, but doctors and patients often fail to discuss it—sexually transmitted infections (STIs). There are…

Causes of High Blood Pressure
Cardiovascular Disease

Causes of High Blood Pressure

January 7, 2024

When healthcare professionals talk about why a person might develop high blood pressure, they usually avoid speaking in terms of…

Foods that Lower Blood Pressure
Cardiovascular Disease

Foods that Lower Blood Pressure

Derek Burnett | January 6, 2024

When it comes to controlling your blood pressure, being mindful of what you put into your body is a crucial…

Blood Pressure Medications
Cardiovascular Disease

Blood Pressure Medications

Derek Burnett | January 5, 2024

Even after making lifestyle changes such as a low-sodium diet, exercising, and improved sleep patterns, many people continue to struggle…

Symptoms of High Blood Pressure
Cardiovascular Disease

Symptoms of High Blood Pressure

Derek Burnett | January 4, 2024

Controlling your blood pressure is one of the most important things you can do for your health, since high blood…

Pneumonia: Prevention Is Your Top Priority
Diseases & Conditions

Pneumonia: Prevention Is Your Top Priority

William Schaffner, MD | January 4, 2024

Pneumonia can happen any time—not just during the cold months. And since it can become very serious, even life-threatening, prevention…

Stress Can Help You Live Longer
Stress

Stress Can Help You Live Longer

Elissa Epel, PhD | December 21, 2023

Stress gets a bad rap. We’re often warned that stress is a killer, increasing our risk for heart disease, obesity,…

Finding the Mental Health Help You Need…When You Need It
Mental Health

Finding the Mental Health Help You Need…When You Need It

Ken Duckworth, MD | December 20, 2023

It is a sad fact—people struggling with mental health concerns often end up struggling to find a therapist to help…

New Therapy for Depression – ADepT
Depression

New Therapy for Depression – ADepT

Barney D. Dunn, PhD | December 19, 2023

A new form of talk therapy for depression—Augmented Depression Therapy (ADepT)—is showing promise. A recent pilot study by researchers at…