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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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Exercise Reduces Chemo Brain in Breast Cancer Patients
“Chemo brain” is a real threat for women with breast cancer treated with chemotherapy. The medical term for this foggy chemical reaction is cognitive dysfunction....
The Gift of Life: Becoming a Living Organ Donor
Hundreds of millions of people have registered to serve as organ donors when they die. But not everyone will get the chance. In fact, only...
The Real Reason You Can’t Lose Weight
People have been blaming a faulty metabolism for their extra pounds for as long as there’s been a battle of the bulge. But a “slow”...
Avoid Bronchitis Overtreatment
A cough that lasts for weeks can get in the way of work and social activities, disturb your sleep and, in the era of COVID-19,...
Fake Drugs
As the cost of drugs skyrockets in the United States, Americans are increasingly turning to the Internet to look for better prices. Tens of thousands...
How Foods Fight COVID
It’s been two years since COVID-19 first appeared in the United States, and scientists—and a weary public—are still debating the whys and wherefores of the...
When Hives Happen: How to Treat Those Pesky Bumps
Hives, or urticaria, are itchy red bumps that arise when a substance or illness triggers white blood cells in the skin to release histamine. In...
Anxiety? Depression? Lessons from Our Olympic Athletes On Admitting You Need Help
Last summer’s Olympics reinforced our awe at the physical prowess of top-level athletes. But these Games were unusual in that they also opened our eyes...
The Dopamine Dilemma
Anyone who has made a large purchase, fallen in love, or overeaten at a party knows that humans face a perpetual pull between what we...
Hope for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Marked by widespread joint pain, tenderness, swelling, and stiffness, rheumatoid arthritis can leave you fatigued, steal your appetite, provoke low-grade fevers, and even cause heart,...
The Simple Secret to Weight Loss
The morning after the ball drops in Times Square, many of us begin to consider our New Year’s resolutions. More often than not, one of...
