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.
Access to green space during childhood may lower the incidence of mental-health issues later on, according to a recent study.
Human-generated noise may have an impact on bird communication and survival, says a recent study.
Tingling in hands might be a sign of poorly controlled diabetes, vitamin deficiency, and even panic attacks. Here's what you can do.
You don’t have to be hyperproductive all the time. In fact, you might get better results from occasionally doing a whole lot less.
6 ways to reduce your dinner’s carbon footprint.
Fluctuating hormones, hypoglycemia, and spicy food can all lead to night sweats. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
Here are tools to use at the end of a workout, after an athletic event, or whenever you need to de-stress.
At 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.
Sitting in silence isn’t for everyone. But there are plenty of other practices that offer profound calming benefits.
Together, we have the intelligence, potential, and incentive to reverse the bad and do good — for ourselves, our communities, and the planet.
Here are two tips to prevent video gaming from becoming a time-suck.
Best-selling author Joshua Becker explains how downsizing your possessions and your calendar can help you focus on the things and people that matter most.
Our fitness editor learns that movement is a balancing act — literally and figuratively.
There'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.
A new government report paints a dismal portrait of hospice care in the United States. And regulatory agencies are powerless to respond.
Instead of using NSAIDs like Advil or Aleve, many people are starting to use anti-inflammatory CBD to treat pain.
Are you always waking up to pee in the middle of the night? Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
A project documenting the remotest spots in all 50 states highlights the effects of development on the environment and human health.
The three keys are listening, asking, and apologizing if you make a mistake, says our expert.
Mindfulness takes practice, patience — and a willingness to try new things.
They 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.