When you hear about lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer deaths, the first cause-connection that comes to mind is “smoking.” And that’s a correct...
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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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Drug-Free Headache Relief
People who suffer from chronic headaches have seen some exciting therapeutic advances over the past few years, but, for many, the excitement is short-lived. Even...
The Vagus Nerve Connects Body and Mind
Within your body lives a long, powerful nerve that allows you to think, feel, work, relax, live, and thrive. It starts at the brain stem and...
Seniors with Hypertension May Need More Intensive Treatment
If you have high blood pressure, lowering it is one of the most important things you can do to reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease...
Unlearn Pain
Acute low back pain, which is incredibly common, can last from a few days to a few weeks. But for about 20 percent of people,...
A Missed Diagnosis
Last month, a reader shared the story of her lifelong journey to find a diagnosis for her persistent fainting spells. While she’d found strategies to...
Genetic Study Links Digestive Diseases to Depression
The brain-gut connection makes sense: The body is an interrelated organism where what we think and feel affects our physical functions, particularly our digestive systems—and...
Revive Cellular Energy With Coenzyme Q10
You already know that organs are unique bodily structures, like your heart and lungs, that have specific and indispensable functions. But you may not have...
The Dangers of Snow Removal
Every year, we hear news reports of people, usually older men, having heart attacks or experiencing sudden cardiac death after shoveling snow. In response to...
How Massage Heals and Strengthens Muscles
The hands-on practice of massage has been helping to heal sore muscles throughout human history. And several modern studies support the use of massage to...
Improve Your Functional Fitness
Have you stopped riding a bike, bowling or playing golf or tennis because these activities are too hard to perform? Do your muscles sometimes struggle...
Longevity Science: Separating Hype From Reality
Scientists are starting to unlock the secrets of living longer by slowing the aging of our bodies and minds in ways that go down to...
