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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What Causes Eczema?
Skin Disease

What Causes Eczema?

Derek Burnett | September 12, 2024

You probably already know that eczema is an inflammatory skin disease. But what exactly does that mean? What are the…

Sciatica Pain Relief: 7 Things You Can Do Now
Pain

Sciatica Pain Relief: 7 Things You Can Do Now

Naimish Baxi, MD | September 12, 2024

Sciatica nerve pain—typically some combination of burning, numbness, a tingling pins-and-needles feeling and throbbing—is very real. The cause may be…

Finding Knee Pain Relief
Pain

Finding Knee Pain Relief

Derek Burnett | September 11, 2024

One of the most common physical complaints, especially for older adults, is a knee that swells or aches. Some people…

Benefits of Collagen
Aging

Benefits of Collagen

Shiloah Kviatkovsky, PhD | September 11, 2024

The word “collagen” comes from the Greek word “glue”—and that’s a good word to describe the body’s most abundant protein.…

What Diseases Are Linked to Chronic Inflammation?
Diseases & Conditions

What Diseases Are Linked to Chronic Inflammation?

Derek Burnett | September 10, 2024

The more we learn about chronic inflammation, the more we understand just how deeply it is implicated in an enormous…

What Is Chronic Inflammation?
Diseases & Conditions

What Is Chronic Inflammation?

Derek Burnett | September 9, 2024

Chronic inflammation is implicated in many of the most common diseases that affect Americans, including heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s.…

What Is Memory Chunking?
Memory

What Is Memory Chunking?

Derek Burnett | September 8, 2024

We’ve all been there. On our way out the door, our significant other says, “Honey, while you’re out, could you…

What Vitamins Are Best for Brain Health?
Memory

What Vitamins Are Best for Brain Health?

Derek Burnett | September 7, 2024

You’ve probably heard that certain vitamins are important for brain health, and you may have read that supplementing with key…

Does Ginkgo Biloba Help with Memory?
Memory

Does Ginkgo Biloba Help with Memory?

Derek Burnett | September 6, 2024

You’ve probably seen advertising or heard word-of-mouth recommendations regarding ginkgo biloba as a brain-boosting dietary supplement. It’s certainly tempting to…

What Foods Improve Memory?
Memory

What Foods Improve Memory?

Derek Burnett | September 5, 2024

If you’ve noticed that your memory isn’t quite what it used to be, you may be wondering if one way…

What Are the Healthiest Nuts to Keep in Your Diet?
Food

What Are the Healthiest Nuts to Keep in Your Diet?

Lisa Young, PhD, RDN, CDN/LDN | September 4, 2024

The good news is that you can’t really go wrong with nuts—they are tasty and, for the most part, very…

How Can I Improve My Memory?
Memory

How Can I Improve My Memory?

Derek Burnett | September 4, 2024

Who among us wouldn’t like to have a better memory? Whether you’re a student, a working adult, or a retiree,…

What Is Brain Plasticity?
Memory

What Is Brain Plasticity?

Derek Burnett | September 3, 2024

As you contemplate the changes that the brain undergoes as we age, it’s all too easy to focus on the…

What Is Age-Related Memory Loss?
Memory

What Is Age-Related Memory Loss?

Derek Burnett | September 2, 2024

Have you heard the one about old Joe, who’s telling his friend Frank about the memory pills his doctor has…

What Is Long-Term Memory Loss?
Memory

What Is Long-Term Memory Loss?

Derek Burnett | September 1, 2024

Hopefully, you’re already aware that occasional lapses in short-term memory, especially as we age, are common. If you can’t remember…