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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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Red Dye 3: What You Should Know
If you’ve ever looked at the ingredient list on a colorful snack, cereal, or even a simple loaf of bread, you’ve probably seen names like...
How Much Protein Is Too Much Protein?
Stumped by the general recommendation that protein intake should be between the wide range of 10% to 35% of your daily calories? How can you...
How to Stop Being a Perfectionist
Do you set demanding standards for yourself…sweat every last detail…tell people, “I’m fine” even when you’re terrible? Perfectionists are some of the highest achievers in...
5 Tips for Managing Arthritis
Living with osteoarthritis isn’t easy—sometimes even simple tasks around the house can become challenging. But there are things you can do at home to ease...
What to Do About an Ingrown Fingernail
Ingrown nails most commonly affect the toes—in particular, the big toe—but it is possible to develop an ingrown fingernail. Bottom Line Personal asked dermatological surgeon...
Best Forearm Exercises
Forearm exercises don’t always get much attention, but they’re essential for everything from opening jars to improving your pickleball swing. Many older adults overlook the...
Palliative Care vs. Hospice: What’s the Difference?
It’s time to correct the preconceived notions about hospice care and palliative care, misconceptions that keep people from getting the care they need. Bottom Line...
What You Need to Know About Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
“Why do I have to pee so much?” Urologists and primary care physicians field this question all the time. More often than not, for men...
4 Simple Hacks That Can Stop Your Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning sensation in your chest that occurs when stomach acid flows backward up toward your throat. When this occurs on a regular...
Is Rheumatoid Arthritis Causing Your Joint Pain?
If you develop painful, swollen and stiff joints, you may have one of several potential causes of joint inflammation. That cause is rheumatoid arthritis for...
Systolic vs. Diastolic: Understanding Blood Pressure
Whenever you have your blood pressure measured at your doctor’s office, the reading you receive includes two numbers, reflecting your systolic and diastolic pressures. But...
