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.
Cancer treatment has come a long way since Hippocrates proposed that it was caused by a buildup of black bile.…
Back problems are incredibly common, striking people of all ages. There are a multitude of causes of back pain, from…
Health screening tests are designed to identify serious medical conditions early. The earlier a condition is identified, the better the…
If you Google prostate health, the first page that pops up lists a long line of prostate supplements. Many men…
Stroke affects each person in different ways, so recovery must be individualized. But one constant is that recovery steps should…
I live in a farming community, and among my favorite visitors are honey bees. They live in a great stack…
October is the start of the open-enrollment season for Medicare. You’re probably already feeling overwhelmed by all the TV ads…
Although there are some approved medications for Alzheimer’s disease (AD), nothing has ever been able to slow down the relentless…
If you’ve noticed that your eyelids are looking a little droopy as you age, you’re not alone. Two different conditions…
Want to extend your life for a few more years? Then consider eating what the longest-lived populations on the planet…
More than 96 million American adults—more than one in three of us—have prediabetes: blood sugar levels that are lower than…
A diabetes-friendly diet doesn’t mean eating just steamed vegetables and broiled fish all the time. Following the guidelines from the…
Colon cancer screening guidelines from the US Preventive Services Taskforce, the American Cancer Society and gastroenterology organizations call for most…
Upper-respiratory tract infections usually pass within a week or two—but the annoying coughing sometimes persists much longer. Good news: That…
You may not be planning to grow old alone, but no one can predict the future. Today’s greater freedom to…