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Should I Breathe Through My Nose or My Mouth?
Chronic mouth breathing can create problems — here’s why.
The Warning Signs of Depression — and When to Seek Help
Depression is more common than you might think. Here are some symptoms of depression, as well as new treatments.
WELCOME TO WELLNESS: Resmaa Menakem, MSW, SEP, LICSW
How this therapist, trauma specialist, and author of My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Path to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies is bringing wellness — and healing — to marginalized communities.
Eve Lewis Prieto on How to Meditate
The director of the popular mindfulness app Headspace offers five tips on how to meditate.
The Connection Between Caffeine and Insomnia
If you struggle with insomnia, you might want to cool it on the coffee. Here’s why.
How to Let Go of Perfectionism
Embracing failure is just one strategy to quiet your inner critic.
6 Breathing Techniques
Ancient wisdom and recent research show that how we breathe can enhance our athletic performance and overall well-being. Try these six breathing exercises.
What Your Sleep–Wake Cycle Is Trying to Tell You
Do you wake up between 1 and 3 a.m.? Your liver may need a detox, according to a Traditional Chinese Medicine concept called the organ clock.
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 Hormones and Insomnia
How estrogen, progesterone, and thyroid levels can affect your sleep.
PUMPING IRONY: A Deafening Silence
Four years have passed since Congress ordered the FDA to draft guidelines allowing the sale of affordable over-the-counter hearing aids. For the millions of hearing-impaired seniors, the agency’s response speaks volumes.
How Probiotics Affect Your Mood
Boosting the gut’s healthy microbes can support a more positive outlook.
The Connection Between Visceral Fat and Longevity
Fat carried around the waist is associated with a higher mortality risk. Here’s why.
Angela Windberg’s Success Story
How one woman found purpose in the fitness industry — and found acceptance — after coming out as bisexual in her Puerto Rican-Mexican-American Catholic family.
Simple Ways to Eat Less Sugar
A realistic guide to spotting hidden sugars and lessening the consumption in your diet.
How to Stop Insomnia
Explore the various root causes of insomnia and get expert-sourced treatments for overcoming it.
How to Be an Ally to Women in the Workplace
March is Women’s History Month. Discover ways you can support your colleagues and celebrate their success, plus seven ideas to be your own best advocate at work.
A Beginner’s Guide to Macros
Protein, fat, and carbs are three main components of any diet. Learn how the balance of them can influence your health and weight-loss goals.
Life Time in the News: “Woman Credits Her Fitness Transformation for Her Ability to Battle COVID”
For the past two years, Life Time member Nancy Mora has been working toward improved nutrition and fitness habits. She says it’s those efforts that helped her fully recover from COVID-19.
What to Do About Noise Pollution
Noise pollution reverberates throughout the natural world and can damage our health. Discover what you can do to quiet the cacophony.
How to Breathe
The way we breathe affects our athletic performance, cognitive health, and overall well-being. Here’s how to breathe better.