When all is functioning as it should, our immune system does an incredible job recognizing and neutralizing threats. Each time it encounters a new enemy,...
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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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Why We Eat Even When We’re Not Hungry—and How to Stop
Do you sometime wonder, Why do I eat when I’m not hungry? Well, hunger isn’t the only reason we eat. Sometimes we eat as a...
What Is Multiple Sclerosis?
Like lupus, psoriasis, and rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of more than 100 autoimmune diseases. In autoimmune diseases, the body’s immune system misfires....
What Is Lupus?
Lupus is an inflammatory disease that can affect organs all throughout the body. Technically called “systemic lupus erythematosus,” or sometimes “SLE,” lupus disease varies widely...
How Do I Reduce Asthma, Eczema, and Allergies?
Asthma, eczema, and allergies are all conditions in which a person’s immune system is hyper-responsive to environmental stimuli that most people don’t find bothersome. For...
How Much Water Should You Drink a Day?
How many ounces of water should you drink a day? You likely have heard that you should drink eight eight-ounce cups a day. Reality: That...
What Causes Asthma?
You likely know someone with asthma and are familiar with the wheezing and shortness of breath that come with an asthma attack. You might even...
What Causes Eczema?
You probably already know that eczema is an inflammatory skin disease. But what exactly does that mean? What are the causes of this condition? What...
Sciatica Pain Relief: 7 Things You Can Do Now
Sciatica nerve pain—typically some combination of burning, numbness, a tingling pins-and-needles feeling and throbbing—is very real. The cause may be tricky to determine. Here’s why...
Finding Knee Pain Relief
One of the most common physical complaints, especially for older adults, is a knee that swells or aches. Some people live with constant knee pain,...
Benefits of Collagen
The word “collagen” comes from the Greek word “glue”—and that’s a good word to describe the body’s most abundant protein. This fiber-like structure provides stability...
What Diseases Are Linked to Chronic Inflammation?
The more we learn about chronic inflammation, the more we understand just how deeply it is implicated in an enormous variety of diseases and conditions....
