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While more Medicaid patients and even some on private plans have gained doula coverage in recent years, United is the first major insurer to begin rolling out the benefit nationwide. Read More.

If you’re not one of the millions of people who suffer from non-specific low back pain, you probably know someone who does. So you’ll know it’s something best avoided. Read More.

When your mood is off, it does not always look dramatic. Sometimes it is low energy, brain fog, irritability, or the feeling that your mind is running on fumes before lunch. Read More.

Drinking sugar-sweetened beverages may increase your risk of heart disease. Read More.

As you get older, you may notice you have more pesky aches and pains in your joints, find that you're not as mobile as you used to be, or feel that your strength isn’t quite what it once was—and that’s normal. But that doesn’t mean you have to feel that way. Read More.

One garden designer explores why the two have long been connected, and how we can all harness the healing power of nature in our own lives Read More.

Some wellness advocates swear by it: eat a meal, then wait 3 to 4 hours before eating again so your digestion can “rest.” The idea sounds simple enough, and it has a loyal following. But experts don’t fully agree, because the science behind meal spacing is more nuanced than the slogan suggests. Read More.

Sleeping doesn’t count as cardio, but it is good for your heart. Read More.

If these symptoms keep popping up and are accompanied by others, it’s a good idea to make an appointment with your doctor so they can figure out if there’s more going on. While these daily annoyances are often nothing to worry about in themselves, together they may mean you could have a lung condition such as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Read More.

As GLP-1 use surges, demand for longer-lasting fillers is raising ethical questions about donated tissue Read More.

When your hairline starts slipping, it’s not just vanity—it hits your confidence every time you catch yourself in the mirror. Read More.

Most Americans don't get enough fiber, and, frankly, the nutrient could use a rebrand. Thankfully, people on social media have taken matters into their own hands, coining the term "fibermaxxing," which basically means eating more fiber—ideally, 25 to 35 grams daily, depending on your calorie needs. Read More.

Doctors urge caution with menopause products despite aggressive marketing on social media. Read More.

A brief bout of physical exercise can create "ripples" of activity in your brain that help you store and retrieve memories. Read More.

Psychedelic drugs may feel wildly different to the people taking them, but inside the brain, they appear to do something strikingly similar. Read More.