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.

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Yes… You Can Fix Your Genes

Yes… You Can Fix Your Genes

Michael F. Roizen, MD | August 17, 2023

Do-it-yourself genetic modifications might sound like science fiction, but it turns out that we do have considerable control over our…

Medicare and Long-Term Health Issues

Medicare and Long-Term Health Issues

Maura Carley, MPH, CIC | August 12, 2023

Long-term health issues can lead to significant financial problems for patients who misunderstand Medicare’s complex rules. For the most part,…

The True Cost of Unhealthy Teeth and Gums

The True Cost of Unhealthy Teeth and Gums

Kami Hoss, DDS | August 5, 2023

Plenty of people who wouldn’t dream of delaying a doctor’s appointment or missing a dose of medicine are more than…

The Best Times to Exercise, Nap, Take Medication and More
Aging

The Best Times to Exercise, Nap, Take Medication and More

Sara C. Mednick, PhD | August 1, 2023

Deep within the brain lives a collection of neurons called the suprachiasmatic nucleus, or SCN for short. The SCN is…

Thinking About Going Gluten Free?
Food

Thinking About Going Gluten Free?

Jennifer Dalton, DCN, RDN, LD | July 25, 2023

Perhaps you want to start a ­gluten-free diet plan because of a chronic medical condition such as celiac disease…or because…

The Best Rx: Take a Walk

The Best Rx: Take a Walk

Joyce Shulman | July 19, 2023

Hippocrates is known for commanding, “Do no harm.” But the ancient Greek physician also wisely proclaimed, “Walking is man’s best…

That Bump On the Head

That Bump On the Head

Christine Greiss, DO | July 17, 2023

Odds are it has happened to you. You wake in the middle of the night and have to use the…

Why You Need More Procyanidins
Diseases & Conditions

Why You Need More Procyanidins

July 16, 2023

Bite into a Red Delicious apple and you’ve bitten into a juicy universe of health and healing. The apple is…

Travel Health
Diseases & Conditions

Travel Health

Mark Fischer, MD | July 15, 2023

No one wants to get sick while on a long-awaited vacation. Fortunately, pre-planning can help you stay well and enjoy…

The Dangers of Polypharmacy
Diseases & Conditions

The Dangers of Polypharmacy

John Horn, PharmD | July 13, 2023

If you’re taking a prescription drug, you’re taking a risk. You take a drug to solve a health problem, but…

The Green Mediterranean Diet
Food

The Green Mediterranean Diet

Janet Bond Brill, PhD, RDN, FAND | July 12, 2023

Humans and Earth's New Favorite Diet The Green Mediterranean Diet is the latest variety of longevity eating plans to gain…

Delicious Breakfasts for All-Day Energy
Food

Delicious Breakfasts for All-Day Energy

Emily Peck | July 11, 2023

The next time you find yourself thinking, What should I have for breakfast?, consider this—this is your opportunity to start…

When Your Heart Skips a Beat
Heart

When Your Heart Skips a Beat

Chris Iliades, MD | July 11, 2023

"My heart just skipped a beat.” You have probably heard it or said it. It’s called a premature ventricular contraction…

Yes…Yoga Can Make Your Bones Strong

Yes…Yoga Can Make Your Bones Strong

Gabriella Espinosa | July 10, 2023

Yoga is becoming more popular every year. In 2021, 35 million Americans tried the 5,000-year-old practice at least once in…

Eat Your Way to Heart Health
Heart

Eat Your Way to Heart Health

July 10, 2023

Your heart pumps blood throughout your body. The arteries and veins through which blood flows to all of your organs,…