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.
Between TV and social media, you’ve no doubt been bombarded with ads touting vitamins for hair growth…but do they really…
Despite all the effort some people go through to rid themselves of earwax (in medical terms, cerumen), you might find…
By the time they reach their 80s, most Americans will have developed one or more cataract, a condition in which…
If you’ve noticed that your vision is worsening as you age, you might be wondering if what you’re experiencing are…
As adults get on in years, many come to a gradual realization that they’re just not seeing as clearly as…
Learning that the cause of your chest pain is a blockage in the arteries of the heart can be frightening!…
Dementia terrifies us all. No one wants to live through it, and no one wants to see their loved ones…
Muscle loss is inevitable with age. After age 30, most people lose about 3 to 5 percent of their muscle…
An estimated 70 percent of older adults have gum disease (periodontitis) and 20 percent have untreated tooth decay, putting them…
Peripheral arterial disease is a common and underdiagnosed condition that can be an early warning for heart attacks and stroke.…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, oncologists noticed something strange. Some people with cancer who developed severe COVID infections showed an unexpected…
In 2023, the United States Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, issued an advisory pinpointing loneliness, isolation, and lack of personal…
The opioid epidemic has gained widespread attention, but another class of drugs is quietly causing an epidemic of invisible illness:…
Many people who exercise focus on leg and arm strength to maintain mobility, but the strength of the muscles of…
A cognitive test is an assessment of a person’s ability to think and remember, but what exactly does it consist…
