Specific Health Conditions

New Blood Pressure Guidelines: Experts Weigh In

We asked some trusted experts to weigh in on the new guidelines expanding the definition of high blood pressure. Here's what they had to say.

By Courtney Helgoe

Healthy Aging Heart & Cardiovascular Health

Can An Elimination or Low-FODMAP Diet Treat IBS?

Nutrition protocols that remove common irritants give the gut lining a chance to heal. Here's how an elimination diet and a low-FODMAP diet are used to treat IBS.

By Catherine Guthrie

Gut Health Inflammation

PUMPING IRONY: Ageism and Alzheimer’s

Recent research links negative perceptions of aging to dementia, but that’s not the only reason to stay upbeat as you grow old.

By Craig Cox

Alzheimer’s & Dementia

What Is SIBO, and How Is it Treated?

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is common in those with IBS. Here's what it is and how to treat it.

By Courtney Helgoe

Gut Health Specific Health Conditions

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How to Heal Arthritis Naturally

Susan Blum, MD, MPH, author of a new book on arthritis, outlines a three-step guide to treat joint pain.

By Anjula Razdan

Arthritis & Joint Health Functional/Integrative Medicine

The Alarming Rise of Youth Diabetes

Once considered an adult-onset disease, type 2 diabetes is becoming an epidemic among children. We break down the numbers.

By Michael Dregni

Specific Health Conditions Type-2 Diabetes

An Integrative Approach for IBS Relief

Irritable bowel syndrome affects millions of people, but an integrative approach may provide relief.

By Catherine Guthrie

Gut Health Inflammation

Self-Massage Dos and Don’ts

This expert advice can help you get the most out of self-massage.

By Nicole Radziszewski

Headaches & Migraines Stress

Be Your Own Massage Therapist

Learn how to become your own bodyworker with these expert tips on trigger-point therapy and self-myofascial release.

By Nicole Radziszewski

Headaches & Migraines Pain Relief

PUMPING IRONY: No Pressure

Geezers facing ever stricter demands to lower their blood pressure might want to look beyond the American medical-pharmaceutical complex for guidance.

By Craig Cox

Heart & Cardiovascular Health Specific Health Conditions

5 Ways to Eat to Manage Anxiety

Expert tips on what to eat to help ease anxiety.

By Catherine Guthrie

Depression & Anxiety Hormones

Cancer-Fighting Diets

Here are the benefits — and challenges — of using a vegan, Paleo, and ketogenic diet to prevent and heal from cancer.

By Laine Bergeson, FMCHC

Cancer Functional/Integrative Medicine

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4 Natural Remedies for Anxiety That May Help You Feel Calmer

Discover four natural remedies for anxiety, including lavender, ashwagandha, reishi, and motherwort, that may help promote calm and better sleep.

By Catherine Guthrie

Depression & Anxiety Functional/Integrative Medicine

How Caffeine Can Increase Anxiety

If you experience anxiety, it might be time to lay off the caffeine. Here's why.

By Catherine Guthrie

Depression & Anxiety Hormones

Whole-Person Cancer Care

Why lifestyle-based therapies — including nutrition, exercise, acupuncture, and other alternative practices — are becoming essential components of traditional cancer treatment.

By Laine Bergeson, FMCHC

Cancer Functional/Integrative Medicine