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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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Gain the Benefits of Honey
Honey is best known as a natural sweetener and as an alternative to sugar. Yet, the benefits of honey extend well beyond its sweetening properties....
Back Pain Exercises to Improve Your Spinal Function
If your spine is screaming, back pain exercises are probably the last thing you feel like doing. Fact is, the worst thing you can do...
When to Worry About a Nosebleed
Nosebleeds, which can be common in children and people over 45, typically are not a sign of anything serious. But there may be times when...
Why Is My Hair Falling Out? 5 Possible Reasons Women Lose Their Hair
Each of the 100,000 hairs on your head goes through a three-phase cycle that repeats over and over. The anagen phase is when hair grows…the...
Is Bronchitis Contagious?
Cold weather brings all sorts of illnesses that can affect your lungs—bronchitis is just one of them. Bottom Line Personal asked Elaine Chen, MD, a...
How Much Sleep Do I Need?
Sleep needs are very individualized, and you might wonder how much deep sleep you need to feel your best? For optimal health, on average, older...
Managing Chronic Prostatitis and Pelvic Pain
Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) is perhaps the most perplexing male genitourinary disorder. Affecting an estimated 7% to 12% of men, CPPS is the...
Recognize the Physical Symptoms of Anxiety
A rapid heartbeat. Tense muscles Stomach discomfort. Sometimes, you can feel them even before you’re consciously aware of anxious emotions. You might think of anxiety...
10 Insomnia Tips to Help You Sleep
You’ve had a busy day and you’re tired but sleep just won’t come. Instead, you lie in bed, your mind busily recounting the events of...
Prebiotic vs. Probiotic: What’s the Difference?
Prebiotics, probiotics and the latest category, postbiotics, are components of a chain reaction that ultimately benefits your health. Bottom Line Personal asked Kelsey Mangano, PhD,...
Ease the Pain of Tennis Elbow
Your doctor says your arm pain is due to tennis elbow, but you’ve never even swung a racket. It doesn’t matter. If you’ve turned a...
