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The Connection Between Noise and Hearing Loss
By 2050, one in four people is projected to have some hearing loss. Some of that is due to chronic noise exposure.
Decibel Levels for 20 Common Sounds
From quiet to deafening, here are average decibel levels for everyday sounds in the world around us.
Why Are Hearing Aids So Expensive?
FDA’s inaction hinders development of affordable hearing aids.
Added Sugar Doubles Liver-Fat Production
Even moderate amounts of added sugar in our diets can negatively affect our liver, according to a recent study.
Does Your Zip Code Determine Your Health?
Why social determinants, such as access to quality housing, education, and fresh food, can have an impact on your well-being.
Lab Testing Creates More Personalized Medicine
Targeted lab testing can help provide root-cause data.
How Telehealth Boosts Healthcare Access
For those with chronic conditions, telemedicine is a boon.
Are Health-Tracking Devices for Biofeedback Worth It?
The pros and cons of biotracking.
What’s Different About Weight Loss After 50?
By the time middle-age hits, many often seek a weight-loss goal — but a healthy, effective approach might look different than you think.
Our Favorite Experience Life Articles
Whether it was the subject or the storytelling, the articles we’ve written, edited, and read these past 20 years have made an impact on our team.
Why Are My Gums Receding?
Here are some root causes — and what you can do about it.
Why Do I Have Lingering Mouth Sores?
Here are some root causes of lingering mouth sores — and what you can do about them.
Why Do I Have Oral Thrush?
Here are some root causes of oral thrush — and what you can do about it.
Why Do I Have Canker Sores?
Here are some root causes of canker sores — and what you can do about them.
High Blood Sugar May Undermine Workouts
A recent study suggests we might want to limit our sugar intake.
Why Do I Have Cavities?
Here are some root causes of cavities — and what you can do about them.
What Your Mouth Is Trying to Tell You
Oral health is intricately connected to the rest of the body. Here’s why it matters — and how to read those niggling mouth symptoms.
Another Side of Statins
New research suggests that some statins may mitigate the growth of certain cancers.
Should I Breathe Through My Nose or My Mouth?
Chronic mouth breathing can create problems — here’s why.
The Trouble With Food Studies
Nutrition research is rife with limitations and problems. Here’s some expert guidance for cutting through the confusion around food studies.
The Connection Between Visceral Fat and Longevity
Fat carried around the waist is associated with a higher mortality risk. Here’s why.



















