The human mind is a magnificent fortress—until it isn't. When panic attacks strike, that fortress becomes a prison, and the prisoner is you. But here's the truth that most people won't tell you: understanding what's happening to your body and mind during these episodes isn't just helpful—it's liberating.
Read More.
About two out of three Americans have some level of cognitive decline by the age of 70. Given that, it’s understandable to want to keep your mind sharp as you age. And one study suggests that eating eggs may help.
Read More.
As Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia continue to rise, many people are looking for ways to protect their brain health as they age. Read More.
Every January brings renewed focus on health. But when it comes to the brain, the science points in a clear direction: long-term cognitive health doesn’t come from one dramatic change. It comes from supporting a small number of core systems consistently over time.
Read More.
When hot flashes and night sweats are making life uncomfortable and interrupting your sleep, it doesn’t take long to start feeling desperate. But that doesn’t mean you should reach for unproven ideas circulating on social media.
Read More.
Just a couple of hours of strength training each week could have surprisingly powerful effects on longevity. People who lifted weights for around 90 to 120 minutes weekly had a 13% lower risk of dying early, with especially large reductions in deaths from cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Pairing strength training with regular aerobic exercise was even more impressive, lowering overall death risk by about 45%. Read More.
That tub of yogurt in your fridge is doing more than you think. From stronger bones to a calmer gut, here's the real breakdown of what a daily serving does to your body.
Read More.
My wife, Autumn, has spent nearly a quarter of the past four years in ERs and hospitals, untangling and battling three chronic conditions — and a shamefully broken U.S. medical system.
Read More.
As we get older, eating habits can change for variety of reasons (hunger and appetite) cues change and certain foods may not agree with you like they once did). Read More.
Anger is a normal, healthy emotion. But a persistent, cynical hostility toward the world appears to leave a mark deeper than mood, showing up in your inflammation, your cells, and how fast your body ages.
Read More.
You probably take probiotics for your gut. New research suggests they might also be helping your lungs and heart work more efficiently during exercise. Read More.
