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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Nutrition Tips: Eating a Low-Salt Diet
Nutrition

Nutrition Tips: Eating a Low-Salt Diet

Allison Tallman, MS, RDN, CNSC | May 12, 2022

If you’re age 65 or older, your doctor may have told you to follow a low-salt diet. A low-salt diet,…

Ask the Expert!

Ask the Expert!

J. Wes Ulm, MD, PhD | May 11, 2022

Q: I am planning a trip to Europe this summer. To come back to the United States, I’ll have to…

Natural Medicine Travel Kit

Natural Medicine Travel Kit

Jamison Starbuck, ND | May 10, 2022

I love my natural medicine travel kit and firmly believe that no family should be without one. Use it to…

Meal Kit Services
Food

Meal Kit Services

Molly Morgan, RD | May 9, 2022

If you’re looking for cooking inspiration, look no further than the ­proliferation of meal-kit services in recent years. These offer…

Second Opinions: When, Where, and How?

Second Opinions: When, Where, and How?

Charles B. Inlander | May 9, 2022

I’m not telling you anything you didn’t know when I recommend seeking medical second opinions. As studies point out, up…

Is This Normal?

Is This Normal?

Charlie Cage, DDS, MS | May 8, 2022

I see many patients with hard bumps in their mouths called tori. This is a benign bony prominence that is…

Lessons Learned From the Pandemic
Mental Health

Lessons Learned From the Pandemic

Barry A. Franklin, PhD | May 7, 2022

The pandemic appears to be finally winding down, and we can now take a moment to reflect on what we…

Treating Skin of Color

Treating Skin of Color

Kassahun Bicha, MD, FAAP | May 6, 2022

Dermatology is a visual field. In many cases, a skilled physician can make a diagnosis based solely on what something…

Gambling Addiction
Wellness

Gambling Addiction

Antonello Bonci, MD | May 5, 2022

When the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the federal ban on sports betting in 2018, it set the stage for an…

Cardiac Valve Disease
Diseases & Conditions

Cardiac Valve Disease

Joshua C. Grimm, MD | May 4, 2022

The “golden years” are meant to be a time of ease and relaxation, of enjoying retirement, and playing with grandchildren,…

Put Your Best Foot Forward

Put Your Best Foot Forward

Erin Futrell, PhD | May 3, 2022

When you think about exercising your core, you probably think about planks, crunches, and other moves aimed at strengthening your…

The Danger of a Bump on the Head

The Danger of a Bump on the Head

George Chiampas, MD | May 2, 2022

Hitting your head can give you anything from a headache to dangerous bleeding in the brain, and it’s not always…

Real Breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s Disease

Real Breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s Disease

James Greenblatt, MD | May 1, 2022

Approved in June 2021, aducanumab (Aduhelm) was the first new drug for patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in 18 years,…

The Secrets to Making Sushi at Home
Food

The Secrets to Making Sushi at Home

Nick Sakagami | April 25, 2022

If you’ve ever sat at a sushi bar and watched the skill of the chef, you might be daunted at…

Yes… You Can Get Fit Even After 60
Exercise & Fitness

Yes… You Can Get Fit Even After 60

Michael Matthews | April 24, 2022

"I’m too old to get back in shape” is a common excuse for expanding waistlines and withering muscles—but the evidence…