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Beyond the Gut: The Body’s Microbial Landscape
The microbiome isn’t just located in the gut — our bodies actually host dozens of microbial communities.
The Coconut Oil Kerfuffle
Why the recent AHA study demonizing coconut oil isn’t saying anything new.
Richest Americans Live Up to 15 Years Longer Than the Poorest
The health–wealth gap continues to divide us, a new mega-study finds.
How Much Vitamin D Should You Take?
Here are five expert tips to help you calibrate your vitamin D intake.
Strategies to Help Overcome Anxiety Related to Allergic Reactions
When a bee sting or a peanut could mean a trip to the hospital — or worse — the world can feel like a minefield. Here’s how to handle the stress of a serious allergy.
Relearn to Walk
When it comes to walking, many of us have fallen into bad habits. But, by “relearning” to walk, we can improve our bodies and our minds.
A Functional-Medicine Doc’s Daily Wellness Routine
Sara Gottfried, MD, shares a typical day on the Younger protocol.
Extreme Exercise, Anger, and Your Heart
Being angry during an intense workout may double your risk of having a sudden heart attack, according to a recent study.
How to Walk: A Step-by-Step Guide
Here are 10 tips to walk well — and with intention.
How Climate Change Affects Your Health
How do we protect ourselves from increased air pollution, contaminated water, the spread of Lyme disease, and other health effects of climate change?
11 Signs You Need More Folate
Fatigue, heart palpitations, and poor digestion are all signs you might be deficient in this B vitamin. Here are eight more signs.
GOP Lawmakers: Share Your DNA Info or Pay the Price
Legislation would require workers to submit to genetic testing despite privacy concerns.
Lyme Disease Expected to Spike This Year
Experts say 2017 will be a high-risk year for Lyme disease. Here’s what to do about it.
How to Use Lavender Oil
This popular essential oil can help boost your health and happiness.
A Whiff of Good News: Disclosing Fragrance Ingredients
Industry giant Unilever opts to reveal fragrance chemicals in all of its personal-care brands.
Trauma Lives in the Body — Here’s How Yoga Helps Release It
A book by renowned trauma expert Bessel Van der Kolk, MD, explains how trauma lives in the body — and why the body needs to be engaged in recovery.
Behind the Scenes With Aviva Romm, MD (Video)
Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with Aviva Romm, MD, as she shares how she’s connecting science and nature in her medical approach.
Is Genetic Testing Right for You?
Thinking about having your genome mapped? Consider these six issues first.
What Are Plantar Warts and How Do You Treat Them?
Skin-colored bumps on your feet could be plantar warts. Here’s what causes them. how to treat them, and how to prevent further spreading.
Behind the Scenes With Sanjay Gupta, MD (Video)
The neurosurgeon and CNN chief medical correspondent shares his thoughts on the future of health.
Being Out of Shape Almost as Bad for You as Smoking
A long-term study links poor aerobic capacity with a significant risk for premature mortality.