How to Stop Snoring

26/04/2024

Snoring can bother your bed partner, and can sometimes be a red flag for health conditions (notably, obstructive sleep apnea). But sometimes you’ve got a snoring habit that is harmless and still drives your partner nuts. Here are some of the ways you can become a quieter sleeper...

For many people, snoring is more likely when lying...

9 Spring Fruits and Vegetables You Should Be Eating Right Now

23/04/2024

Are you sick of spring cleaning yet? Tired of purging items that no longer serve you? Sure, spring is about new beginnings and starting fresh but who says you need clean out your entire kitchen cabinet and overhaul your diet to feel refreshed at the start of a new season?..

5 Natural Ways to Improve Your Memory, According to Experts

20/04/2024

You're out to dinner and feel a hand on your shoulder as a familiar voice says your name. You turn around and this person is smiling. You know her—you’ve known her for years, in fact. But her name has evaporated from your mind, and all you can muster is a “Hey…you!”

Before you start Googling “signs of dementia,” rest assured that some...

Can You Really Control Your Metabolism?

17/04/2024

When someone says they have a “fast” metabolism, it’s easy to be not all that sure what the heck they are talking about. Is there really such a thing as a fast versus slow metabolism? And if so, is it possible for us to ramp up our own to have some control over it?

First, it’s important to know what exactly metabolism is...

'Clean,' 'Processed,' and Other Meaningless Nutrition Buzzwords You Should Ignore

14/04/2024

Everyone wants to eat healthy, but “healthy” doesn’t have a specific meaning. Neither do lots of other food-related buzzwords that are used on packaging or by influencers. These words and phrases are meant to make you feel good (or bad) about your choices, while giving...

7 Science-Backed Secrets to Healthy Longevity

11/04/2024

What if you were able not only to live longer, but to feel better for longer? Growing old sounds great in theory, but there's a difference between a 90-year-old who does crossword puzzles and takes daily walks and a 90-year-old who can only watch TV and stare out the window. Which kind of life would you prefer? 

7 Delicious Snack Ideas for People with Type 2 Diabetes

08/04/2024

At some point along the way, snacking got a bad reputation as something you shouldn’t do. But choosing healthy snacks is actually smart for your overall health—especially if you have type 2 diabetes. Those with the condition don’t make enough insulin or don’t use insulin well. Insulin is something our bodies need to move glucose (sugar) into cells...

4 Reasons Why Sweating Is Actually Great for You (Besides Cooling You Down)

05/04/2024

We get it—sweating may not be your favorite thing to do, but it is necessary. That's because sweating, also called perspiration, is a natural bodily function that helps regulate your body temperature, says dermatologist Corey L. Hartman, MD, founder and medical director of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, Ala., and assistant clinical professor of dermatology at the University of Alabama School of Medicine. Without it, your risk for overheating increases...

How to Meditate

02/04/2024

After a year of the Covid-19 pandemic, stressed is a state of being for most people.

There are healthy ways to deal with stress, and one at the top of the list is meditation. The best part: All you really need is a quiet place and an open attitude—it won't cost you a penny...

What to Eat, Drink, and Avoid to Help With Constipation

30/03/2024

Constipation is a common complaint and an extremely uncomfortable situation. The American Academy of Gastroenterologists defines constipation as "when you have infrequent (less than three) bowel movements each week or hard-to-pass bowel movements (meaning they are painful or you have to strain), have hard stools, or feel like your bowel movements are incomplete...