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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We bake, roast, boil and mash them…we cover them in butter. How about trying something different with your potatoes? Greek potatoes…charred sweet potatoes and more.…
Tylenol Could Be Toxic If You’re Low on This Nutrient
Over-the-counter acetaminophen (Tylenol) is taken by millions of people around the world to relieve pain and fever. It’s a safe drug at proper doses. But...
Your Fear May Be Making You Sick
Beware of the Nocebo effect in which negative thoughts create illness vs. placebo that create positive outcomes. You’re in charge of your perceptions.
Treating COVID-19: What We Know Now About What Really Works
Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors tried anything to help sick patients. Now, we have a much better idea of what improves outcomes. Here’s what…
Positive Body Image, Yes…. Normalize Obesity, No
Normalizing obesity through marketing messages is a false band-aid on a very real problem. Obesity should not be shamed…nor should it be celebrated.
My Bad First Date with My New Doc
Successful doctor-patient relationships need doctors who take the time to know the patient as a person and patients who get their questions answered.
Restorative Yoga Is the New Power Yoga
Restorative yoga is the perfect antidote to a busy life. Here, three poses to realign your body, calm down and experience a deep sense of…
How to Use a Pulse Oximeter
Some COVID-19 sufferers experience dangerous drops in blood oxygen and a pulse oximeter can monitor that. But misunderstanding how to use it could be dangerous.
COVID-19 Tests: Which One Is Right for You?
There are three types of coronavirus tests, and they each test different things in different ways with different levels of effectiveness. What you need to…
Six Health Monitoring Devices to Have at Home
You’re more likely to meet virtually with your doctor than ever before. In these COVID times, six home health devices to provide specific data to…
Why Everyone Should Eat Mushrooms—Sarah Hiner Talks to Christopher Hobbs, PhD, LAc
Mushrooms have remarkable medicinal powers. Christopher Hobbs, PhD, joins Sarah Hiner to explain how they help fight viruses, cancer, diabetes and…