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The Problem With Acid-Blocking Drugs
Senior editor Anjula Razdan on how acid-blocking drugs can lead to a vitamin B12 deficiency.
Triclosan to be reviewed by FDA
The FDA is being forced to look at the safety and effectiveness of triclosan — a common ingredient in soap and a suspected toxin.
A New Appreciation for Social Media
How a family member’s scary health diagnosis has given Jamie Martin a new sense of purpose on Facebook.
Slow Medicine’s Approach to a Better Death
Senior editor Courtney Helgoe on Slow Medicine and the importance of choice in treating chronic or terminal illnesses.
The Effects of Too Low Salt Intake
Are you a salt lover? New research suggests pushing our daily sodium intake below recommended levels may be harmful for at-risk populations.
PUMPING IRONY: Bowing to Reality
Suddenly, circumstances are forcing me to walk AND run as I prepare for my New Year’s Day 5K.
Farm Livin’: The Surprising Full-Body Workout Hidden in Horse Care
Want an excellent full body workout? Do farm chores.
The Link Between Carrageenan and Gastrointestinal Issues
Carrageenan, a common ingredient in ice cream, other dairy, and many natural foods is linked to dangerous gastrointestinal inflammation and even cancer.
PUMPING IRONY: Dare to Be Different
A new study found that the one in 10 people who maintained an exercise regimen as they aged were seven times more likely than their sedentary counterparts to be healthy. I’m with them.
PUMPING IRONY: Why Run Until You Have To?
With six weeks until my Commitment Day 5K, I’ve done no running to prepare, but maybe I don’t have to.
The Nose Knows: The “Pinocchio Effect”
University of Granada researchers found that your nose gets warmer whenever you think about being dishonest.
PUMPING IRONY: A Big Pain
I tweaked my back recently, so I’ve been taking it easy. Most folks would head to the doctor for some pain meds. Here’s why that’s a big problem.
The 20-Minute Kettlebell Workout
A kettlebell circuit is one of the most efficient ways to work your entire body. Try this 20-minute workout to become stronger, leaner, and more powerful in record time.