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Overcoming Constipation
No one wants to talk about constipation. But it’s a chronic problem that undermines the health of millions of Americans. Are you one of them?
How Forests Boost Immunity
Studies show that positive immune benefits can last up to a month after a visit to the woods.
Can We Trust Most Medical Studies on Health?
Believe it or not, the answer is an unequivocal NO! It is well known that studies funded by the industry…
Question Authority
When it comes to health and fitness information, authoritative organizations may not be your best source of advice.
Try a Healthy Dose of Lifestyle
A study by Roger Walsh, MD, PhD, found that making lifestyle changes can be as effective as drugs at treating depression and other mental health disorders.
Making a Diagnosis is Less Important than Asking These 2 Questions
Ultimately, asking the right questions is more important than giving a label to a set of observations.
The Dangers of the Medical Industrial Complex
Your doctors think they make decisions based on medical evidence.
Sad in the Summer
Do some people experience seasonal affective disorder (S.A.D.) in the summer?
The Health Benefits of Drinking Water
Proper hydration is key to good health, but why? And what’s the best way to get what our bodies really need? Our experts debunk a few myths.
Behind the Scenes With Eddie George (Video)
NFL legend Eddie George shares his philosophy on fitness and health, and how he’s now working to raise consciousness about both by creating healthy spaces and places in our April 2010 behind the scenes video from his cover shoot.
How to Ease Flu Anxiety
Feeling panicky about pandemics? Here’s how to ease your worry while taking practical steps to stay safe.
The Benefits of Moderate Sun Exposure for a Healthy Body and Mind
We know that excessive sun exposure is unhealthy, but there’s increasing evidence that blocking out all the sun’s rays can be equally dangerous. Find out why many health experts now see moderate sun exposure as essential to maintaining a healthy body and mind.
What We Don’t Know About Lyme
When a mysterious and debilitating illness overtook her and her family, the author struggled to find some answers. What she discovered about Lyme disease — and how little is actually known or agreed upon by the medical experts — is something everyone who goes outdoors should learn.
How Empowered Health Seekers Are Redefining Healthcare
Is healthcare something delivered by a provider when you get sick — or something you do for yourself to stay vital, healthy and well? A growing number of health seekers say “both.” Together, they’re forging an empowered new path through America’s broken medical system.
Six Packs and Sex Lives
Thoughts on Experience Life and the quirks that make it appealing to more than 3 million readers. No gimmicks, no hype, no kidding.
The Delegating Doctor Oz
Best-selling author and surgeon Mehmet Oz is a world-renowned health expert, but he believes you can do part of his job better than he can.
How to Hydrate
Too much? Too little? What to drink and when? Staying hydrated doesn’t have to be confusing – especially once you’re armed with these slick tips from sports-nutrition experts.
Understanding Food and Diet Studies
For years, sophisticated consumers have relied on the latest clinical trials to guide their health choices, but exactly how reliable are these studies? If you’re depending solely on scientific evidence for your health solutions, your assumptions about what’s right might well be wrong.
The Mouth-Body Connection
Discover why good dental health depends on more than brushing and flossing — and why a clean, happy mouth gives your whole body something to smile about.
The Vital Role of Your Skin in Overall Health
In our obsessive quest to improve its superficial traits, we often forget that our skin is our body’s largest organ — and an incredibly hard worker. Discover how your skin reflects and affects the state of your health, and what you can do to keep your skin looking and feeling its best.
See the Connection: Understanding the Relationship Between Your Health and the Health of the Planet
Your health depends on a complex, connect-the-dots network of variables that make up your ecosystem and the systems that sustain it. Discover the keys to keeping both you and your planet healthy — by following nature’s models, and honoring life’s connections.