- Brain/Mental Health -
Greener Childhood, Happier Adulthood
By Heidi WachterAccess to green space during childhood may lower the incidence of mental-health issues later on, according to a recent study.
Month: July 2019
- Environmental Health -
Noise Pollution Is Obstructing Bird Communication
By Heidi WachterHuman-generated noise may have an impact on bird communication and survival, says a recent study.
- General Health -
Why Do I Have Tingling in My Hands?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCTingling in hands might be a sign of poorly controlled diabetes, vitamin deficiency, and even panic attacks. Here’s what you can do.
- Personal Development -
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Idleness
By Pilar Gerasimo and Dallas HartwigYou don’t have to be hyperproductive all the time. In fact, you might get better results from occasionally doing a whole lot less.
- Nutrition -
Eat Like a Climatarian
By Cole Nelson6 ways to reduce your dinner’s carbon footprint.
- General Health -
What Causes Night Sweats?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCFluctuating hormones, hypoglycemia, and spicy food can all lead to night sweats. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
- Fitness Tips -
6 Workout Recovery Tools
By Andrew HeffernanHere are tools to use at the end of a workout, after an athletic event, or whenever you need to de-stress.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: A Vague Recollection
By Craig CoxAt my age, I’m often at a loss when trying to retrieve some bit of information from my memory banks. A new study suggests brain games and other mentally stimulating activities may help — sort of.
- Personal Development -
Beyond Meditation
By Quinton SkinnerSitting in silence isn’t for everyone. But there are plenty of other practices that offer profound calming benefits.
- Perspective by Bahram Akradi -
Collective Effort
By Bahram AkradiTogether, we have the intelligence, potential, and incentive to reverse the bad and do good — for ourselves, our communities, and the planet.
- Mindfulness -
How Do I Play Video Games More Mindfully?
By Jon SpaydeHere are two tips to prevent video gaming from becoming a time-suck.
Minimalist Living
By Heidi WachterBest-selling author Joshua Becker explains how downsizing your possessions and your calendar can help you focus on the things and people that matter most.
- Fitness Tips -
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Move Naturally
By Maggie Fazeli FardOur fitness editor learns that movement is a balancing act — literally and figuratively.
- General Health -
Autoimmune Disorders: When Your Body Turns on You
By Catherine GuthrieThere’s been a stark rise in autoimmune disorders over the past 50 years, from type 1 diabetes and multiple sclerosis to celiac disease and asthma. What is autoimmune disorder? The first step toward a cure is understanding and controlling the causes.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Die Hard
By Craig CoxA new government report paints a dismal portrait of hospice care in the United States. And regulatory agencies are powerless to respond.
- General Health -
How Effective Is CBD for Pain?
By Mo PerryInstead of using NSAIDs like Advil or Aleve, many people are starting to use anti-inflammatory CBD to treat pain.
- General Health -
Why Do I Always Wake Up at Night to Use the Bathroom?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCAre you always waking up to pee in the middle of the night? Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
- Travel -
Let’s Go Someplace Quiet
By Heidi WachterA project documenting the remotest spots in all 50 states highlights the effects of development on the environment and human health.
- Family/Friends -
How Can I Adapt to Using Nonbinary Pronouns?
By Jon SpaydeThe three keys are listening, asking, and apologizing if you make a mistake, says our expert.
- Editor's Note -
Finding Presence
By Jamie MartinMindfulness takes practice, patience — and a willingness to try new things.
- Nutrition -
Do Energy Gels Really Work?
By Jon SpaydeThey are best for certain types of exercise, says our expert. Here are tips on when to take them and what to look for when choosing a gel.