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.
During World War II, Henry Beecher, MD, a Harvard-trained anesthesiologist, ran out of morphine to use for anesthesia. He turned…
It’s the stuff of a million embarrassed asides: I better not drink any water before getting in the car. I’m…
You’ve probably heard this official recommendation dozens of times (if not more): For good health, engage in moderate physical activity,…
Buckwheat is a pseudocereal, the name for seeds from nongrass plants commonly consumed in the same way as grains. (Quinoa…
If you have asthma, you already know that things like cigarette smoke, animal dander, and dust can trigger a dangerous…
There are more than 500 species of bacteria in the human gut. This internal ecosystem, which scientists call the gut…
We all have memory lapses: We forget the name of the person we just met, where we put our keys,…
Pop quiz time: You purchased a 3-ounce bag of potato chips. Its small size and mouth-watering flavor make it seem…
Until recently, surgery to remove a bunion—that unsightly, bony bump on the joint at the base of the big toe—was…
Hospital stays are getting shorter and shorter. Thirty years ago, the average stay was seven days. Today, it’s down to…
You likely experienced Ramsay Hunt syndrome (RHS), a complication that comes from prior infection with the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), which…
At age 5, I first learned about poison ivy while sitting in my grandmother’s kitchen sink having my little legs…
Waking up with stiff, achy muscles and joints? Taking a few minutes to stretch can help you warm up your…
As the Omicron variants of COVID-19 have almost completely replaced the more dangerous Delta variant that drove the harrowing days…
Hospice is a type of health care that moves away from curative treatments and instead focuses on relieving pain and…
