7 Essential Oils to Try
Aromatherapy can be a convenient, portable remedy — many of the best-known therapeutic oils are blended with carrier oils in roll-on form.
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The Health Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is a potent, anti-inflammatory spice with a wide range of promising therapeutic properties.
How Functional Medicine Came to the Military
A group of dedicated service members and physicians are bringing whole-person healthcare to the U.S. military to treat brain injuries, toxic exposures, gut dysbiosis, and more.
Is Your Turmeric Safe? Tips for Buying and Storing High-Quality Powder
Why it pays to buy fair-trade, organic turmeric powder — plus, how best to store this anti-inflammatory spice.
What Is Your Unique Carbohydrate Tolerance?
Depending on your genetics and your microbiome, your body might respond to carbohydrates differently.
Ed Kriesel’s Success Story
Diagnosed with a terminal lung disease, a longtime athlete focused on maintaining his fitness while preparing for a transplant.
PUMPING IRONY: Life, Death, and Language
Words matter when you’re facing a serious illness, and the traditional “risk-versus-benefit” approach to treatment options doesn’t always lead to the healthiest choices.
“This is a really big challenge.
And we will get through it.”
A Q&A with integrative psychiatrist Henry Emmons, MD, on how to handle the stress of coronavirus.
PUMPING IRONY: Falling Apart, Coming Together
A brief outing to the grocery store demonstrates how the current pandemic can both test and heal us — if we remain open to all its lessons.
What Nick Briney Eats to Fuel His Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Nick Briney powers and recovers from his workout.
4 Aloe-Vera Uses
This succulent plant can do so much more than soothe sunburn. Try one of these methods to put aloe vera to good use.
Hometown Adventures
Embark on a local outing to rediscover your surroundings — and a new side of yourself.
PUMPING IRONY: Trials and Tribulations
Elderly Americans who volunteer for drug trials seldom make the cut. That makes it more difficult for researchers to know just how their new product will work for folks who often need it the most.
4 Cold-Weather Activities to Boost Fitness
Complement your favorite indoor workout routines with these cold-weather pursuits.
How to Breathe
The way we breathe affects our athletic performance, cognitive health, and overall well-being. Here’s how to breathe better.
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.
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.
How to Be an Ally to the Black Community
For both Black and non-Black individuals, there are myriad ways to celebrate and honor African-American culture. Here are a few of our favorite ideas to learn and uplift.
PUMPING IRONY: A Discriminating Virus?
Why has COVID-19 claimed such a disproportionate share of lives in nursing homes with predominantly minority populations? New research suggests it may be a natural consequence of a highly segregated industry.
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 to Find the Right Therapist
Credentials, cost, and length of treatment are just a few factors to consider when finding a therapist.