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.
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…
If you’re like many people, you may be feeling angrier than usual. It’s no surprise, as we live in uncertain…
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Most of us think of sleep as necessary for everyday refreshment and regeneration: If we don’t get enough, we’re tired…
Professional athletes possess an almost super-human ability to focus under pressure…maintain discipline…master their fears…and bounce back from setbacks. But even…
If you want to make one fundamental change to dramatically improve your health and protect yourself from chronic disease and…
Now that summer is here, millions of Americans are out jogging, running, hiking, and biking. But summer exercise comes with…
In January, a scientific study garnered the kind of attention normally reserved for celebrity gossip. Researchers reported that multiple sclerosis…
There are four types of tea—white, green, Oolong, and black—all derived from the Camellia sinensis shrub. What distinguishes each type of tea…
A well-functioning pelvic floor is important for both men and women for a number of reasons, all of which are…
Ankle rolls and sprains are unwelcome surprises: You step off an unexpected curb, have an unsteady moment on a hiking…
