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4 Steps to Better Family Meals
There are numerous benefits to eating together as a family. Here are some tips to make it happen.
Just Say No to Children’s Screen Time
Why Silicon Valley tech execs limit their own children’s screen time.
Can Air Pollution Affect Your IQ?
Older adults and those who work outside may be particularly vulnerable to the cognitive effects of polluted air.
Can Exercise Improve Male Fertility?
Prospective dads who work out may have healthier sperm, according to a recent study.
How Climate Change Leads to Nutrient Decline
Global warming is reducing nutrients in wheat, rice, beans, and more.
Why Is the Appendix Important?
The appendix plays a key role in storing good bacteria and keeping our microbiome healthy.
The Case for Communal Sports
Sports, like tennis, that involve more social interaction may help longevity, according to a recent study.
Healthy Heart = Healthy Brain for Seniors?
Tending to your cardiovascular health may ward off dementia in seniors, a recent study says.
4 Trends for Healthier Workplaces
Flexible schedules and coworking spaces are just two ways to create a healthy workspace.
Antibiotics Won’t Treat Your Cold
Doctors continue to prescribe antibiotics for colds and flu even though they can’t cure them.
How Insomnia Leads to Weight Gain
Chronic stress that keeps you up at night can increase the production of fat cells.
15 Ways to Outsmart Your Smartphone
Here are tips to avoid being sucked into digital life — and to embrace real life.
Exercise Now, Avoid Depression Later
Why midlife fitness may reduce the risks of depression later in life.
Low-Fat Dairy Myth Debunked — Again
A recent study suggests that consuming whole-fat dairy products might lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
What You Need to Know About Automimmunity
Three experts talk about the autoimmunity epidemic — and how to reverse it.
4 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Consider these strategies for producing less carbon in your own daily life.
Coping With Salicylate Sensitivity
If you’re eating healthy and still suffering from health issues, salicylic acid may be to blame.
Train Like an Olympian
Norwegian cross-country skier Marit Bjørgen has won eight Olympic gold medals. Here’s how she trains.
What’s in Your Protein Powder?
In a recent study, 70 percent of protein powders tested contained detectable levels of lead.
Why Do I Feel Depressed and Fatigued When I Sleep Late?
It all depends on which stage of sleep you wake up in, says a sleep expert.
Household Products and their Role in Air Pollution
Everyday household products, including cleaners and personal-care items, contribute almost half the pollutants in the atmosphere.