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Alcohol seems to affect us all differently — and even affect our own bodies differently over time. Here are answers to some of your questions about booze and the body.

Massage can lower cortisol levels and enhance dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin, all of which helps with pain relief.

Sugar is the top food to avoid when it comes to cancer, according to an integrative oncologist at the University of California San Francisco.

From acupressure to myofascial release to trigger-point therapy, here are various forms of massage — and what they are good for.

Use nutrition to help protect — and fortify — a weakened immune system during cancer treatment.

Shiatsu-style massage and craniosacral therapy can help with chronic headaches.

Nourishing yourself while undergoing treatment can be tricky. These foods might help whet your appetite.

One of our greatest misconceptions is that we reach peak fitness when we’re young, and then it’s all downhill. Here are fitness tips for life — no matter your age.

Massage can help with pain relief, digestion, and even immunity.

Many scientists and Alzheimer’s researchers are not so sure.

Research suggests alkaline water may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol and moderate the effects of diabetes.

Integrative cancer experts offer ways to nourish yourself when food seems less appealing.

Simple steps to clear the air inside your house.

Adding onions and garlic to a meat marinade may offset the risks of heterocyclic amines.

Breathe a little easier with these natural supports for colds and allergies.

When two sisters received back-to-back breast-cancer diagnoses, they developed a virtual system to support each other — and became inspired to do the same for others.

Mix up this anti-inflammatory wellness drink to give your immune system a boost.