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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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Delights at This Year’s Fancy Food Show
Healthy eating and snacking were major trends at this year’s Fancy Food Show in New York City…but that doesn’t mean there weren’t a few indulgences...
The Power of the Placebo Effect
During World War II, Henry Beecher, MD, a Harvard-trained anesthesiologist, ran out of morphine to use for anesthesia. He turned to a placebo and began...
Treating a Leaky Bladder
It’s the stuff of a million embarrassed asides: I better not drink any water before getting in the car. I’m not sure I can make...
Stand Up for Your Health
You’ve probably heard this official recommendation dozens of times (if not more): For good health, engage in moderate physical activity, like brisk walking, for at...
Buckwheat: The Wheat and Gluten-Free Superfood
Buckwheat is a pseudocereal, the name for seeds from nongrass plants commonly consumed in the same way as grains. (Quinoa is also a pseudocereal.) Buckwheat...
7 Surprising Asthma Triggers
If you have asthma, you already know that things like cigarette smoke, animal dander, and dust can trigger a dangerous attack. But there are many...
Probiotics Keep Your Gut Happy and You Healthy
There are more than 500 species of bacteria in the human gut. This internal ecosystem, which scientists call the gut microbiome, contains both health-promoting and...
Build a Better Memory
We all have memory lapses: We forget the name of the person we just met, where we put our keys, or why we walked into...
The Secret to Portion Control
Pop quiz time: You purchased a 3-ounce bag of potato chips. Its small size and mouth-watering flavor make it seem perfect for a quick snack....
Toeing the Line
Until recently, surgery to remove a bunion—that unsightly, bony bump on the joint at the base of the big toe—was painful, invasive and required a...
Hospital Helpers
Hospital stays are getting shorter and shorter. Thirty years ago, the average stay was seven days. Today, it’s down to 4.5 days and falling. A...
