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.
All Health Articles
When you have an earache, you may assume that you have an ear infection. But while middle ear infections are an extremely common cause of...
Make Sure Your Tap Water Is Safe
You know you should be drinking lots of water, and you know about the environmental evils of bottled water. But how can you be sure...
How to Succeed at Quitting Sugar
Our parents warned us that eating sugary foods would rot our teeth. It turns out that dental problems are just one of the many ways...
Remembering Better
Do you frequently forget where you left your keys but can recall with crystal clarity the days leading up to and after your wedding 40...
Is Dried Fruit Healthy?
We all know that fruit is good for you—but what about when it’s dried? Is freeze-dried fruit healthy…and is there a best dried fruit? The...
The Shroom Boom
As the public grows increasingly health-conscious, mushrooms have moved into more grocery carts than ever. People use them to replace meat in their meals, add...
Capgas Syndrome
Throughout time and across cultures, people have faced an eternal question: Are people really who they say they are? This question manifests in everything from...
10 Practical Strategies to Boost Memory Now
Even though forgetfulness is not a normal consequence of getting older, sometimes it’s hard for people of any age to keep dozens of details straight...
The MCI Memory Program
We often hear about using brain-boosting activities to reduce the risk of developing cognitive impairment, but did you know that mental stimulation is just as...
Alzheimer’s Diagnosis? Take These Legal Steps Now
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease has profound implications on the health and daily life of an individual but also on their legal status and capabilities....
Hope Is Here
A poll from the Marist Center for Public Opinion shows that Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most feared health condition, outranking cancer, heart disease and other killers....
When Allergies Disrupt Sleep
If you’re like most people, your summer bucket list includes soaking up the sunny weather—taking long strolls outside, working in the garden, swimming at the...