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Do You Have a Circadian Rhythm More Suited to Mars?
A study finds a gene for being a late sleeper.
Closer to the Earth
Ecologist Robin Wall Kimmerer shares strategies for cultivating powerful relationships with the land.
Agricultural Pesticides Found in Tap Water. Here’s What To Do.
A widely used class of agricultural pesticides has been found in drinking water, according to a new study. Here’s how to mitigate their presence.
The Problem With Hormonal Birth Control: An Interview with Aviva Romm, MD
Integrative-medicine doc and hormone expert Aviva Romm, MD, talks to us about the health effects of hormonal contraception — and what to do about it.
12 Ways to Defend Yourself Against Allergies — Naturally
Here are twelve lifestyle-based strategies to reduce your allergy susceptibility.
Richest Americans Live Up to 15 Years Longer Than the Poorest
The health–wealth gap continues to divide us, a new mega-study finds.
How Much Vitamin D Should You Take?
Here are five expert tips to help you calibrate your vitamin D intake.
Strategies to Help Overcome Anxiety Related to Allergic Reactions
When a bee sting or a peanut could mean a trip to the hospital — or worse — the world can feel like a minefield. Here’s how to handle the stress of a serious allergy.
How to Take a Beautiful Bath
Not a fan of tub time — or just haven’t found a routine that works for you? These six tips will make you a bath believer.
Dance to a Different Beat: Tessa Leen’s Success Story
How one woman — determined to transform her lifestyle and inspired by Zumba — shed more than half her body weight.
Relearn to Walk
When it comes to walking, many of us have fallen into bad habits. But, by “relearning” to walk, we can improve our bodies and our minds.
Allergy, Intolerance, or Sensitivity?
When it comes to differentiating between an allergy and a senstivity or intolerance, not all tests are created equal.
A Functional-Medicine Doc’s Daily Wellness Routine
Sara Gottfried, MD, shares a typical day on the Younger protocol.
Extreme Exercise, Anger, and Your Heart
Being angry during an intense workout may double your risk of having a sudden heart attack, according to a recent study.
How to Walk: A Step-by-Step Guide
Here are 10 tips to walk well — and with intention.
How Climate Change Affects Your Health
How do we protect ourselves from increased air pollution, contaminated water, the spread of Lyme disease, and other health effects of climate change?
Taking On the Allergy Epidemic
Health experts are uncovering new ways to help us build resistance to allergies despite the challenging environment, along with straightforward strategies to help us stay healthy.
Keeper of the Land: Terry Tempest Williams
Celebrated author and activist Terry Tempest Williams shares insights on finding refuge in the environment — and taking action to protect it — in this time of great change.
The High Price of Pain Relief
New study links ibuprofen and other NSAIDs with a greater risk of heart attacks.
Sara Gottfried’s Turmeric Latte Recipe
This creamy, rich latte is packed with anti-inflammatory and thyroid-supporting nutrients.
Beyond the Core: How to Flex Your Neck
Protect your neck muscles with these two moves.