- Hormones -
California Classifies Weed Killer Roundup as Cancer Causing
By Michael DregniIn milestone move, the state lists the world’s most applied herbicide as a human carcinogen.
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- Fitness Tips -
7 Etiquette Tips for Joining Running and Cycling Clubs
By Michael DregniThinking of joining a cycling or running club? Here are seven rules of the road to know.
- Gut Health -
Psychobiotics: Using Gut Bacteria to Treat Mental Illness
By Michael DregniCan probiotics and prebiotics improve our mental well-being?
- Life Unedited -
LIFE, UNEDITED: The Spirit of the Game
By Michael DregniLessons on the joy of sports — and life — from ultimate Frisbee.
- Fitness Tips -
How Statins Hamper Exercise
By Michael DregniAs many as one in five people taking the heart medication experience pain and fatigue, which makes working out more difficult — and less beneficial.
- Money -
Richest Americans Live Up to 15 Years Longer Than the Poorest
By Michael DregniThe health–wealth gap continues to divide us, a new mega-study finds.
- Sports/Recreation -
4 Reasons to Hop on a Bicycle
By Michael DregniBikes mean big business — and huge health benefits — according to a first-of-its-kind study.
- Green Home -
Going Green at the Gym
By Michael DregniFrom eco-conscious lighting to thermal energy, Life Time is redesigning its gyms with the planet in mind.
- Nutrition -
GMO 2.0
By Michael DregniShould we be concerned that new genetically modified foods get around current USDA “GMO” labels?
Are Women More Likely to Get Alzheimer’s?
By Michael DregniAlthough two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s are women, the answer is, “Not necessarily.”
- Fitness Tips -
Strength in Repetition
By Michael DregniA new study suggests that more reps of light weights are just as effective as heavy lifting sessions.
4 Ways to Fight Alzheimer’s Now
By Michael DregniResearch shows that lifestyle choices are the key to prevention. Here are four ways to protect yourself.
Lessons on Aging From a Record-Setting 105-Year-Old French Bicyclist
By Michael DregniRobert Marchand, who recently set a new record for centenarians, appears to be getting fitter as he ages.
Endurance Athletes and Heart Arrhythmias: Exercise Overdose?
By Michael DregniA new book, The Haywire Heart, examines the symptoms, prevention, and treatment of a condition dubbed “athlete’s heart.”
Untangling Alzheimer’s
By Michael DregniBreakthroughs in understanding dementia are leading to new healthcare approaches. Nutrition, lifestyle, and sleep may be the keys to prevention.
- Life Unedited -
LIFE, UNEDITED: Yellow Jersey
By Michael DregniGreg LeMond remains the only American to have won the Tour de France, as a wonderful new book details.
Lifestyle Can Thwart Cancer
By Michael DregniThirty-year mega study finds up to 48 percent of carcinoma could be prevented with healthy lifestyles.
- Digital Detox -
5 Ways to Ease Digital Eyestrain
By Michael DregniThe time you spend staring at your screen is taxing for your eyes. Here’s how you can take the edge off.
- Food Culture -
Book Review: Kitchen Matrix Cookbook
By Michael DregniMark Bittman’s new cookbook will give you the confidence you need in the kitchen.
- Fitness Tips -
The Upside of All-Out Intervals
By Michael DregniThe results of a 12-week study on interval training offers good news for exercisers short on time.
- Life Unedited -
LIFE, UNEDITED: Overcoming Gymtimidation
By Michael DregniAnxiety about being judged in the gym can lead to a fear of working out at all. Rejoice instead in what you can do.