Health

The word ‘old’ has been given a bad rap, explains Cindy Joseph. Life has been mistakenly described as a downhill process, when, in fact, it’s an ever-continuing expansion.

Get the latest on these cholesterol-lowering compounds — and learn the best ways to get an extra helping.

Clear thinking, vibrant skin, healthy kidneys, and bountiful energy — they all depend on an adequate daily intake of water. Are you getting enough liquids? And if you work out, are you getting the right kind? Find out why you should look before you gulp.

Are your efforts to get in shape being distracted by Attention Deficit Disorder?

Detoxing is all the rage these days. But what’s the right way to approach it? Here’s everything you need to know to lose your toxins without losing your mind.

If you use a hormonal method of birth control, you may gain weight. Then again, you may not. Your doctor can’t tell you. In fact, you could be the best expert on this weighty matter.

Sixty percent of Americans are classified as overweight. If you’re one of them you should know how to exercise around your extra pounds — without risking injury and setbacks.

Sprinter Allyson Felix on her race to the Olympics.

Acrylamide, a cancer-causing agent, has shown up in a variety of fried foods, but also in healthier baked and roasted items, including home-cooked meals. Should we be alarmed? Here’s a look at what we know about acrylamide, its risks and whether we need to take action.

Degenerative joint disease can cause debilitating pain, loss of mobility, and function, even severe disability. But what if you’re just starting to suffer from a little wear and tear? Here’s how to work with your joints — not against them.

Feel like you’re failing at weight loss? Forever stuck in the remedial class? Don’t despair! Here’s the study guide you need to make the weight-loss honor roll once and for all.

How can you do your part for your country when work is swallowing you whole?

Every body is unique, and yet most eating plans promise results for everyone. Sure, you want to eat right, but what’s right for you?

There’s a whole universe of bacteria and fungi inside your body, particularly in your intestinal tract. The good news? A lot of them are your friends.

Allergy-like food sensitivities may be the blame for at least part of your excess weight. Eliminate your problem foods and you could lose unwanted pounds and inches — fast.

Don’t take two aspirin and call this doctor in the morning. He’d rather see you nourish, protect and heal your body for real.

Never been one to quit? Maybe you should give it a try! If you’re drowning in a sea of commitments, a little constructive quitting could do you a world of good.

Your body is your most valuable piece of personal property. Shouldn’t you be the one in charge of keeping it safe and sound?

EFT — or Emotional Freedom Technique — is a technique for getting over cravings, phobias, pain, and more.

From nourishing your body with real, organic food to cultivating a mindful, preventative lifestyle, this guide empowers you to take charge of your well-being.