New Blood Pressure Guidelines May Boost Use of Controversial Drugs
Conclusion is likely to boost prescription drug use to meet government standards.
PUMPING IRONY: Running in Place
I've known for years that I'll never run as fast as I did as youth, but now I know why.
Collard Greens With Tomatoes, Ginger, and Turmeric
The turmeric in this dish adds a beautiful color to the sauce. You can sub Swiss chard or kale for the collards, but reduce the cooking time slightly because they are more tender.
Sautéed Fish With Sesame
You can use any firm white fish for this recipe, including corvina, Alaska pollock, catfish, or haddock. For an easy side dish, take advantage of the fragrant golden oil remaining in the pan: Add a handful of dark leafy greens to the oil after you have removed the fish, and sauté briefly to wilt.
How Does Your Sleep Schedule Affect Your Emotions?
Researchers found that subjects who went to sleep and got up earlier reported better moods.
7 Ideas to Help You Stay Close With a Friend Who Moved Away
Maintaining relationships with friends and loved ones who live far away can be challenging. But you can bridge the gap — and perhaps become closer than ever.
Greater Than the Sum of Your Parts
Your health is the result of countless intersecting factors that come together in one extraordinarily complex, brilliantly designed, synergetic organism: You.
PUMPING IRONY: The Perils of Cycling
Bicycling has always been a perilous undertaking, and injuries can take their toll on an aging body. But the real challenge is climbing back in the saddle after you take a tumble.
Yellow Split Pea Dal
Dal is a soup or creamy side dish made from dried peas or beans that is often served alongside Indian meals. This soup version is subtle in flavor and comforting. Add more or less jalapeño to adjust spiciness.
The Gift of Life: Barbara Gibson’s Success Story
How a mom with debilitating knee pain found the strength to heal — thanks to her daughter’s generosity.
Expert Answers: Back Hurting After Yoga Class
Why does my back hurt after yoga class? Plus, four posed to alleviate your discomfort.
Social Impacts of the “Always-On” Phone Culture
A new poll shows the changing social norms around cell-phone use and the challenges of maintaining mobile-phone etiquette.
Should I Take Digestive Enzymes?
Suffering from heartburn, reflux, and other digestion challenges? Digestive enzymes can be an important step in finding lasting relief.
How to Be a Better Swimmer
Increasing your stroke cycle can make you speedy. But lengthening your stroke may be the most important key to competitive success.
Reach Your Fitness Goals With a Fitness Pact
A good fitness pact can help you (and a friend or two) achieve your health and fitness goals.
9 Strategies to Create a More Civil, Loving Marriage
Why are we so rude to our spouses, yet courteous, kind, and patient with complete strangers? Paying attention to good manners and small niceties may be the key to sustaining the vitality of your relationships.
Strategies and Ideas to Get Your Kids Moving More
Gym classes are vanishing. Passive entertainments are multiplying. The country has an out-of-control obesity problem. How can we stop the next generation from getting lost in the shuffle.
Walking in Nature Can Change Your Brain
New research suggests that getting out into nature can help city dwellers — and others — improve their moods.
PUMPING IRONY: Where Do I Fit In?
Our children have each moved on toward an independent life, which leaves me wondering where I fit in.
Revolutionary Act 14: Leverage Your Big “Whys”
Know the specific reasons your health matters to you. Write them down where you'll see them daily.