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Everything You Need to Know About the Oral Microbiome
After the gut, the mouth contains the most diverse microbial community in the body. As a result, the oral microbiome has a significant influence on your overall health. Learn how to take care of it.
3 Supplements to Support Your Mental Health
B vitamins, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids are essential for supporting mood and mental well-being. Here’s why.
12 Common Questions About Sugar and Your Health — Answered
Here’s what you need to know about the sweet stuff’s effects on your health.
3 Simple Health Habits to Not Overlook
A trainer and dietitian outlines a few often-underestimated habits that can greatly improve your overall well-being.
17 Health, Wellness, and Home Trends to Watch in 2025
Life Time experts share their insights for what’s up-and-coming in the next year.
Should Social Media Carry Warning Labels?
Yes, according to U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, who calls for tobacco-style warnings on social media platforms.
PUMPING IRONY: An Alternative Approach to Alzheimer’s
With enthusiasm waning amid poor clinical trials and ineffective treatments, dementia researchers are increasingly exploring the role viral infections may play in the disease — and the salutary effects of a particular vaccine.
How to Support Native American Communities as an Ally
Learn how to amplify, uplift, and celebrate Indigenous peoples everywhere.
All About the Circadian Rhythm
Learn the importance of regulating your circadian rhythm for overall health — and the steps you can take to do so.
The Connection Between Heart-Rate Variability (HRV) and Vagal Tone
People with chronic stress tend to have low HRV. Learn why.
6 Powerful Health Benefits of Sleep
There are plenty of good reasons to turn out the lights and climb into bed at a reasonable hour. These are just a few of them.
8 Ways to Activate the Vagus Nerve — and Relieve Anxiety
The following techniques all safely stimulate the vagus nerve, but people with severe asthma, sleep apnea, or heart conditions should use caution with any electrical forms of VNS.
How to Handle Food Cravings
Whether it’s a hankering for something salty, sweet, or savory, we all experience food cravings — and times when they can deter our healthy-eating plans.
Is Mouthwash Bad for You?
You may want to cut down on the amount of mouthwash you use. Here’s why.
What Does It Mean to Decolonize Beauty?
Aboriginal writer and former model Sasha Kutabah Sarago discusses the need to shift the beauty paradigm.
Does Nitric Oxide Help With Healthy Aging?
Learn more about nitric oxide and how it can help prevent age-related declines.
Hormone Health and Longevity: Making the Connection
Learn how hormones change as we age, as well as how to safely optimize them to benefit health, as well as improve longevity.
How Can the Vagus Nerve Help Lower Inflammation?
Stimulating the vagus nerve leads to the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that affects inflammation. Learn more.
How to Boost Nitric Oxide
Nitric oxide is a gas that can’t be harnessed well in a supplement, so nitrate-rich foods are your best source. But, here are five other ways to increase the body’s production.
PUMPING IRONY: Formulas for Frailty
New research suggests that my general aversion to socializing may contribute to a frail future — despite my well-intentioned commitment to strength training.