Sciatica is surprisingly common. According to a study published in 2020 in the Journal of the AAOS (the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons), one-quarter of...
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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Is Time-Restricted Eating Right for You?
Every year, 45 million American adults go on a diet. That’s not surprising when you consider that 180 million American adults—70 percent of us—are overweight...
3 Unexpected Ways to Protect Your Heart
We all know that eating well, exercising, and avoiding smoking are key to heart health, but some pleasant habits may be beneficial, too. Go to...
Move More to Reduce Cancer Risk
If you took a walk this morning to improve your heart health or lift your mood, you already know that exercise is good for you....
Want to Cut Back on Meat?
The health benefits of a vegan diet are impressive. Studies have shown that replacing meat and/or dairy with fruits, vegetables, beans and legumes, and other...
The New Rules for Drinking Wine
In this age of wine in cans, sweet red wine and Instagram wine parties, it’s difficult to believe that there used to be hard and...
Vitamin D Benefits
If you follow health news online, you’re likely to see an endless barrage of contradictory information on this crucial vitamin. One day, it’s the key...
The New Alzheimer’s Drug
Just two years after the aducanumab (Aduhelm) controversy, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved another drug for Alzheimer’s disease. This medication, lecanemab (Leqembi),...
Thyroid Eye Disease
If you have blurry vision and eyes that are red, dry, or watery, you might suspect anything from allergies to dry eyes. Many eye-care providers...
Smarter Eating
Protein Power for Pennies If you’ve got sticker shock at the grocery store, you are certainly not alone. Consumers are grappling with sharply higher prices...
Choosing the Best Over-the-Counter Pain Reliever
Over-the-counter (OTC) pain and fever medications are the most common medications Americans take. Although there are many brand names, there are only four active ingredients...
The Miracle of Music in Alzheimer’s Disease
In the documentary “Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory,” Henry, an elderly man with Alzheimer’s disease, sits despondent, barely responding to the people...
