Sit less, move more. This is a popular refrain to undo the negative effects of a sedentary lifestyle—but perhaps you can’t be as active as...
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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Is This Normal?
Pain in the ear while chewing suggests a disorder of the temporomandibular joint. In the medical world, problems with the jaw and muscles of the...
Transient Ischemic Attack
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain. To dismiss it as a mini-stroke, as it’s often referred...
Smarter Eating
Borscht: A Spectacularly Healthy Ukrainian Comfort Food With all eyes on the heartbreaking Ukrainian crisis, it seems apropos to pay homage to one of the...
The Science of Meditation
According to the most recent statistics from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 14 percent of Americans meditate, making it the most popular...
The Healing Power of Psychedelics
In the last decade, there’s been a surge of scientific interest in the healing power of psychedelics—mind-altering drugs like psilocybin, LSD, mescaline, ayahuasca, ketamine, and...
Sleep Apnea: Bad for Your Brain
According to the American Heart Association and the American Academy of Neurology, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is bad for brain health. Studies show that OSA...
The Natural Way
Antibiotic Resistance Antibiotic resistance is a problem for everyone. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is one of several bacteria that cause more than 2.8 million antibiotic-resistant...
Throat Cancer Is on the Rise
In the past, cancer of the throat was mainly a disease of heavy tobacco use and drinking. Thanks to a successful public health campaign promoting...
Understanding Anemia
There are many kinds of anemia. Some are rare genetic conditions. Others are caused by vitamin deficiencies, cancers that affect the bone marrow, or chronic...
Stepping Up Your Health Is Easier Than You Think
You and your doctor already use many “metrics” or measurements to monitor, protect, and improve your health: your weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar....
Help! I Can’t Cook
I really am not a great cook…and I am not good at planning meals in advance. That means we often end up ordering in or...
