Many of us know the importance physical activity—better sleep, weight loss, longevity, elevated mood—these are the only the beginnings of a long and diverse list. For all that action junkies know about the benefits that being active can bring, however, how many of us practice the other half of the equation?… Mental stamina. What It’s […] More
If you’re looking to do something for all those healthcare workers who don’t have enough personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic—but you’ve got zero sewing skills—Rob Corddry’s got the answer. Tonight, the actor and comedian from shows like Ballers and Medical Police is hosting an online event tonight called Funny You Should Mask. […] More
Ever wonder what diet doctors follow? Physicians dole out advice, but what do they do in their own lives? That’s what a survey advised by Duke University and the University of North Carolina sought to uncover when they asked 515 doctors about diets: What did they recommend for short-term weight loss and for long-term health, […] More
If the last time you ate coconut was in a fun-size Mounds bar pulled from a trick-or-treat bowl, it’s time to revisit the fruit. As with avocados, the knock on coconuts was a high fat and calorie profile. Now we know that those are assets. “Coconut is a source of plant-based fat, and fat can […] More
With the beginning of spring, daydreams about beach days, barbecues, and hours spent outside are likely flooding your mind right now. And we’re guessing that there’s one thing that all of these mental meanderings have in common: tasty, fresh food. 3 Delicious and Healthy Comfort Food Recipes (That Also Make Great Leftovers) Photo: Courtesy of […] More
Are you tired of coronavirus isolation yet? Sure, staying home and working from your couch all day is great—until the snacks run out, and that balmy spring weather makes you ache to be outside. Good news: Getting some fresh air and exercise is still possible, even beneficial, amid the voluntary social distancing and isolation applied […] More
You’d probably guess that air pollution is bad for your heart and lungs, but how about your eyes? According to scientists at the University College London, people who live in cities with high pollution levels are at least 6 percent more likely to develop glaucoma, a debilitating eye condition that can lead to irreversible blindness. […] More
A warning to men under 65: A JAMA Internal Medicine study found that men on testosterone therapy are about twice as likely to suffer a deep vein blood clot versus before treatment, even if it’s for hypogonadism, a condition in which the body doesn’t produce enough testosterone. 6 Best Fixes for Hair Loss The odds […] More
