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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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The Mental Health Benefits of Decluttering
Mental Health

The Mental Health Benefits of Decluttering

Julia Vladimirskiy, LCSW | December 18, 2023

If you’ve ever returned from a vacation feeling relaxed and refreshed, a few things probably happened while you were away.…

Can Probiotics Help Depression?
Depression

Can Probiotics Help Depression?

Allan Young, MB, PhD | December 17, 2023

Adding probiotic supplements to a depression treatment plan has the potential to boost the effectiveness of the treatment, according to…

Nondrug DIY Treatments for Depression
Depression

Nondrug DIY Treatments for Depression

Richard O'Connor, PhD | December 16, 2023

There’s a problem with traditional treatments for depression. They don’t work for many patients—and studies back that up. A 2022…

Coping with a Dementia Diagnosis
Diseases & Conditions

Coping with a Dementia Diagnosis

Elizabeth Landsverk, MD | December 15, 2023

A dementia diagnosis can be received with a crushing finality. The frightening decline into late-stage dementia that lies ahead can…

How to Catch Cancer Early
Cancer

How to Catch Cancer Early

Yuri Fesko, MD | December 14, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic itself was bad enough, but it had a negative effect that few anticipated: more cases of advanced…

The Biosimilar Solution
Aging

The Biosimilar Solution

Sarfaraz Niazi, PhD | December 13, 2023

We’re all familiar with generic medications: the less expensive versions of medications that most insurance companies want us to get…

Did You Take Zantac? What You Need to Know
Heart

Did You Take Zantac? What You Need to Know

Jack E. Fincham, PhD, RPh | December 11, 2023

You’ve probably seen advertisements for lawsuits regarding cancers associated with the heartburn medication Zantac. If you took Zantac before it…

The MediterAsian Diet
Food

The MediterAsian Diet

William Li, MD | December 11, 2023

I am a researcher who studies food as medicine, so many people assume I have strict eating habits to keep…

How To Protect Yourself From Noise Pollution
Aging

How To Protect Yourself From Noise Pollution

Mathias Basner, MD, PhD | December 10, 2023

You hear a lot about the health dangers of air pollution, but there’s another type of pollution (a type you…

Exercise to Beat Inflammation
Exercise & Fitness

Exercise to Beat Inflammation

Diana Veneri, PT, EdD, RYT | December 9, 2023

Exercise is free medicine: It can cost virtually nothing, yet can improve health and prevent or even help heal many…

Stress & Inflammation: Stopping a Cascade of Harms
Stress

Stress & Inflammation: Stopping a Cascade of Harms

Joel M. Evans, MD | December 8, 2023

We’re learning more and more about the intertwined effects of stress and inflammation and why living with high levels of…

The Time of Your Life
Sleep

The Time of Your Life

Satchin Panda, PhD | December 6, 2023

You probably look at clocks throughout the day to check the time—whether it’s the alarm clock by your bed, the…

Anti-Obesity Medications
Nutrition

Anti-Obesity Medications

Amanda Velazquez, MD, DABOM | December 5, 2023

Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro: It’s hard to miss the amazing success stories about these new anti-obesity medications that sound like…

Tummy Troubles
Pain

Tummy Troubles

Brijen J. Shah, MD | December 4, 2023

We all get bellyaches, but stomach pain comes in many different forms. It can be occasional or daily, a minor…

Peyronie’s Disease: A Common Problem for Men
Diseases & Conditions

Peyronie’s Disease: A Common Problem for Men

Run Wang, MD | December 3, 2023

Historically, few men have wanted to talk to their doctors about a common problem that strikes one in 10 men…