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Another Case for Going Gluten-Free
Is gluten sensitivity — without diagnosed celiac disease — a myth? A new study says no.
Mindfulness Vs. Depression
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is as effective as pharmaceuticals at preventing depression relapses, according to a 2015 study published in The Lancet.
The Dark Side of Food Science
Technology can make your meals fun or forbidding. It’s important to know the difference — and to have a choice in the matter.
How Happiness Improves Heart Health
New research shows how a positive attitude can improve your ability to rebound from heart disease.
Identical Twins, Different Habits: The Surprising Impact of Exercise on Health
What happens to the health of identical twins who have very different exercise habits?
PUMPING IRONY: I Knew That
Sometimes, new research simply reveals what’s already quite obvious.
Revolutionary Act 15: Raise Your Sights
Don’t get sucked in by obsessions with six-pack abs and buns of steel. Don’t play “compare the bodies.” Fulfill your best-self vision.
Unpacking the Challenges of Social Health in the Digital Age
Americans are more digitally connected than ever before, yet numerous studies show that we are increasingly unhappy. Why is that? Dallas Hartwig and Pilar Gerasimo help us unpack the challenges of social health in the digital age.
New Flu Vaccine Promises Better Results, but Critics Remain Skeptical
The CDC hopes to improve on last year’s vaccine performance this flu season.
Vitamin D May Help Elderly Reduce Their Risk of Falling
A new study suggests that supplementing elderly diets may boost muscle strength and prevent injuries.
PUMPING IRONY: I Am All Ears
After years of ignoring my hearing loss, I’ve finally been nudged to seek a solution.
Strategies to Cope With Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is designed to trigger stress and anxiety. Here’s how to keep your cool when things heat up online.