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.
All Health Articles
There has been a lot of talk recently about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), recognized since 1956 as a mild respiratory virus. It’s the culprit for...
Should You Treat High Triglycerides?
Cholesterol numbers and their significance often take center stage in discussions about cardiovascular health. However, there’s another number that tends to fly under the radar...
COVID-Negative Long Haulers
While the pandemic is largely behind us, millions of people are still experiencing long-lasting chronic pain, brain fog, shortness of breath, chest pain, and intense...
Taking Steps to Avoid Dementia
A 2021 poll found that people over age 65 fear dementia more than any other disease. The good news is that a new study, published...
The New Obesity Drugs
Thanks to decades of research, we now know that diet, exercise and other lifestyle modifications are essential for general wellness but don’t move the needle...
Secrets to Slowing Down the Clock
Does it feel like time is moving faster as you get older? When you were a kid, a summer day lasted forever. Now, you look...
When You Should – and Shouldn’t – Do CPR
CPR does save lives—but not as many as you might think. Outside the hospital, the survival rate for people receiving CPR is between 7% and...
Secret Superfoods
You don’t have to add kale and blueberries to your plate to get a superfood in every meal. Nor do you have to splurge for...
Heart Health = Brain Health
To keep your brain healthy as you get older, focus on your heart health now. That is the conclusion of a recent study by scientists...
When Your Brain Says “Done”
Have you ever felt more than just physically tired? Have you been mentally exhausted as well—like you just can’t think anymore? You are not imagining...
When Your Fear Is Actually a Phobia
If you’re like most people, there’s probably at least one thing that gives you the heebie-jeebies. Maybe it’s snakes or heights or needles or clowns....
Simple Exercises for Strength and Energy… In Just 6 Minutes
You can squeeze a surprising amount of productivity into just six minutes. You can make and enjoy the first few sips of a cup of...