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Hormone Stress Test
How a cortisol test can help you evaluate whether your stress levels are cause for concern.
3 Important Stretches for Office Workers
Quick exercises to improve mobility and alleviate common desk-dwelling aches and pains.
The Truth Behind Sugarless Gum
Why research shows that sugar-free gum may not be as harmless as you think.
The Health Benefits of Volunteering
How volunteer work can improve your physical and emotional well-being.
Music Makes a Difference When Working Out
Your workout mix can have performance-enhancing powers.
Probiotics Can Put You in a Better Mood
How the healthy flora can reduce anxiety and depression.
Frank Lipman, MD, on Foods to Eliminate for Better Health
“King of Smoothies” Peter Sarsgaard and Dr. Frank Lipman discuss weight loss.
The Secret Behind Naming Less-Than-Healthy Foods
How the name of a food product can make it seem healthier.
Heartburn Alert: The Dangers of Proton-Pump Inhibitors
Eye-opening statistics about remedies for digestive issues.
How Olive Oil Can Affect Genes
How olive oil can reduce the inflammatory response associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes and more.
Dad’s Weight Can Affect Children’s Risk of Diabetes
How a father’s healthy lifestyle and weight can benefit the health of his children.
Doorways and Forgetfulness: Understanding the “Event Boundary”
Why you can’t remember what you came into the room for.
The Top 3 Guidelines to Follow for Metabolic Resistance Training
Make the most of an MRT program to burn calories and boost metabolism.
The Link Between Exercise and Academic Performance
Researchers are discovering why physical activity has such a profound effect on mental performance.
6 Classic Weight-Room Mistakes
Six weight-training mistakes to avoid for a better workout.
Boost Your Energy With Protein Snacks
How protein-rich foods can increase your energy and mental alertness.
The Truth About Antibacterial Soap
Recent studies show that antibacterial soap might be harmful to your health.
Another Tool to Fight Insulin Resistance
How exercise can help fight insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.
6 Common Industrial Ingredients to Watch Out for in Processed Foods
See where else these common ingredients in processed foods are used.