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Give Yourself the Gift of a Little Time Alone
The holidays are wonderful, but they can also be hectic and stressful. Finding some “me time” can really help. Here are some ways to do it.
Protection from Type 2 Diabetes? Try Chocolate
Your chocolate habit can cut your risk of type 2 diabetes by 20 percent. The amount and type of chocolate you choose matters, however.
From Your Lungs to Your Brain: Exertion Rejuvenates the Mind
Worried about dementia? Make it a point to go for aerobic exercise. Making your heart and lungs work fuels the brain and lowers your risk.
Ultra-Processed Foods, Inflammation, and Psoriasis
A diet that includes lots of ultra-processed foods could contribute to the inflammation behind a flare-up of psoriasis.
Going Down Downer Internet Rabbit Holes
Maybe websites should come with labels to alert us to the emotions their content tends to generate -- like the Nutrition Facts on food.
Overweight? Make Sure You Get Enough Vitamin D
Vitamin D deficiency can lead to high blood pressure, particularly in those with high BMIs. Getting enough D can lower it, but don't overdo.
Pandemic Drinking without the Pandemic
Social life has largely returned to normal after the quarantines during COVID. But the pandemic-era rise in drinking has persisted.
Is It a Viral or Bacterial Infection?
Don't assume that an antibiotic will relieve your lung congestion. If it's the flu, an antibiotic could make it worse.
Guns and Playdates
Most parents don’t think to ask about guns in the homes their kids visit and may be uneasy about doing so. Here are ways to handle it.
New Moms Need to Get Moving
Exercise can help ease the symptoms of postpartum anxiety and depression that many experience. A brisk walk four times a week will do it.
Weight-Loss Surgery in Adolescence Offers Long-Term Health Benefits
Teens who had bariatric surgery show a reduced risk of diabetes and high blood pressure a decade later, yet few families opt for it.
A Blood Test to Replace a Colonoscopy?
The FDA has approved a blood test to screen for colon cancer. It’s undeniably less invasive than a colonoscopy, but is it as effective?
Serving Up Quality Time at the Family Table
Families who ate together during the pandemic laughed and listened more than before lockdown and formed stronger bonds over dinner.
The Health Perks of Being a War Baby
British citizens born during wartime sugar rationing enjoy health benefits as adults that seem to stem from an early life with little sugar.
Habits to Keep You Healthy
Your lifestyle in the middle of your life makes a big difference in how healthy your brain is later in life. Here's what to keep in mind.
Male Stereotypes Put Men's Hearts at Risk
Norms that encourage men to believe they should be self-reliant and avoid seeking help can mean their cardiovascular disease goes untreated.
Poor Sleep Ages You Faster
People who get too little sleep in middle age have brains at 55 that are nearly three years older than those of people who are well-rested.
New Weight Loss Drugs Show Promise Treating Opioid and Alcohol Addiction
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy appear to dull cravings for alcohol and opioids in a manner similar to the way they reduce appetite.
What Do Your Teeth Have to Do with Dementia?
One factor in your oral health can have a big impact on how sharp you remain mentally as you age.
Acupuncture for Back Pain
A study done on people suffering from sciatica stemming from herniated disks found the ancient practice offered measurable improvements.