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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Sales of anti-aging serums are expected to triple in the next 10 years to $150 million. There already are thousands of over-the-counter products making promises...
Tricks to Lower Blood Pressure
If you’ve just learned that you have high blood pressure, you may feel a sudden sense of urgency and alarm, especially as you’ve come to...
Even Older Adults Can Get STIs
There’s an epidemic in the US, but doctors and patients often fail to discuss it—sexually transmitted infections (STIs). There are 20 million new cases of...
Causes of High Blood Pressure
When healthcare professionals talk about why a person might develop high blood pressure, they usually avoid speaking in terms of direct “causes” and instead refer...
Foods that Lower Blood Pressure
When it comes to controlling your blood pressure, being mindful of what you put into your body is a crucial first step. Foods that lower...
Blood Pressure Medications
Even after making lifestyle changes such as a low-sodium diet, exercising, and improved sleep patterns, many people continue to struggle to control their blood pressure....
Symptoms of High Blood Pressure
Controlling your blood pressure is one of the most important things you can do for your health, since high blood pressure is associated with so...
Pneumonia: Prevention Is Your Top Priority
Pneumonia can happen any time—not just during the cold months. And since it can become very serious, even life-threatening, prevention should be your top priority,...
Stress Can Help You Live Longer
Stress gets a bad rap. We’re often warned that stress is a killer, increasing our risk for heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, depression, dementia...
Finding the Mental Health Help You Need…When You Need It
It is a sad fact—people struggling with mental health concerns often end up struggling to find a therapist to help them. In fact, it’s not...
New Therapy for Depression – ADepT
A new form of talk therapy for depression—Augmented Depression Therapy (ADepT)—is showing promise. A recent pilot study by researchers at University of Exeter found that...
The Mental Health Benefits of Decluttering
If you’ve ever returned from a vacation feeling relaxed and refreshed, a few things probably happened while you were away. Some are obvious—you slept more...