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PUMPING IRONY: My 44-Day Fitness Test
It’s a sign of the times, I suppose — and of my employer’s zest for innovation — that I now have a wellness coach. We spoke on the phone Thursday, JM and I, for about 30 minutes, reviewing the results…
PUMPING IRONY: Don’t Act Your Age
I turned 60 last week, which is something of a milestone. If 50 is sort of the official entrance to…
The Tale of the Cluttered Closet
In the January/February 2011 issue, Experience Life published the first article in the popular “Order Out of Chaos” series
How Good Bacteria — and Bad Bacteria — Affect Your Microbiome
Find out why some internal bacteria are our friends – and why providing a happy, well-balance home for them is essential to our vitality and well-being.
Try a Healthy Dose of Lifestyle
A study by Roger Walsh, MD, PhD, found that making lifestyle changes can be as effective as drugs at treating depression and other mental health disorders.
Expert Answers: Beyond the Scale, What Counts as Cardio, and More
We wrangle leading experts to address your most perplexing workout quandaries and conundrums — from preventing fish oil burps to working out with hypothyroidism.
Pure Bliss: The Rejuvenating Power of Public Bathing
In cities throughout the United States, public bathing rituals are reclaiming their historic reputation as rejuvenating experiences. Here are four places to enjoy the practical luxuries of the communal bath.
Even BPA-Free Plastic Has Health Risks
Some tips on how to avoid hormone-disrupting chemicals in your kitchen.
How to Get the Most From Your Personal Trainer
Finding the right PT can transform your health and fitness efforts. But the real magic happens when you learn how to work as a team.
Beware the Lusty Turnip
Every era has had its share of wrongly demonized foods – from commonplace vegetables to (gasp!) millet muffins.
Understanding the USDA Dietary Guidelines
Every five years the government issues an updated version of its guidelines for healthy eating. We asked some clued-in nutritionists to help us evaluate its latest confounding effort.
Relaxation Revolution
Herbert Benson’s book offers scientific proof that mind-body practices can have powerful, gene-altering effects — in a surprisingly short period of time.
The Ways of the Worried Well
These days, frankly, if you’re not at least a little concerned about your health, you’re probably not paying attention.