- Sports/Recreation -
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Walk It Out
By Maggie Fazeli FardAmid the coronavirus crisis, a step challenge helps our fitness editor regain her footing.
Health
- Pumping Irony -
A Dose of Uncertainty
By Craig CoxAs we wait impatiently for a COVID-19 vaccine to free us from the current pandemic, a recent survey indicates surprising skepticism, and healthcare experts suggest we temper our expectations.
- Stress Relief -
When to Seek Help for Anxiety
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCCIf you're struggling with anxiety and unsure whether to seek help or ride it out, consider the following factors.
- Personal Development -
EDITOR’S NOTE: A Different Kind of Recovery
By Jamie MartinIn tough times, we tend to move through distinct phases of coping before learning to move ahead.
- Stress Relief -
18 Ways to Break Your Cellphone Habit
By Helen MartineauFeel like your smartphone is controlling your life? These strategies can help you set it down and reclaim control of your time.
- General Health -
Why T Cells in Your Immune System May Be Your Strongest COVID-19 Defense
By Michael DregniCoronavirus antibodies might not be long-lasting, but the latest research has found new hope for battling the virus — your adaptive T cells. And it may lead the way to a vaccine.
- Brain/Mental Health -
4 Ways to Treat Anxiety
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCCLearn why anxiety goes hand in hand with depression and irritability — and how to treat it.
- Functional Medicine -
5 Ways to Boost Your Immunity
By Michael DregniLifestyle factors — like exercise and nutrition — can boost your immunity and help tackle COVID-19.
- Brain/Mental Health -
How to Take a Mental-Health Day
By Molly TynjalaTaking time off can enhance workplace productivity and personal well-being. Try these four tips to make the most of your day off.
- Weight Loss -
Beyond BMI: Why True Health Is About More Than What You Weigh
By Mo PerryHow much you weigh gets a lot of attention despite being one of the least telling measures of health.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Risky Business
By Craig CoxWhile pandemic-weary Americans are stretching the boundaries that once contained their activities, I find myself wondering about my own tolerance for risk.
- Nutrition -
Are Sweeteners Like Stevia and Monk Fruit Better for You Than Sugar?
By Stephanie SoucherayMany health-conscious eaters, paleo bakers, and people with diabetes rely on naturally derived alternative sweeteners — but are they truly better for you than plain table sugar?
- Weight Loss -
7 Reasons to Stop Yo-Yo Dieting
By Mo PerryYo-yo dieting, also known as weight cycling, can be hard on your health. Here are seven potential side effects.
- Family/Friends -
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: How to Support Anxious Teens
By Henry Emmons, MDMany doctors prescribe medication for teen anxiety, but an integrative developmental and behavioral pediatrician offers these natural therapies.
- Hormones -
14 Reasons Why Sex Might Be Painful for Women
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCThere are many reasons why women chronically experience pain during intercourse. Here are some of the top causes — and what to do about them.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: The Perils of Normalcy
By Craig CoxSix months into the current pandemic, I realize I’ve begun to forget the lessons it’s been trying to teach me.
- Fitness Tips -
Exercise Can Boost Immunity and May Reduce Risk of COVID-19
By Craig CoxNew guidelines by the American College of Sports Medicine recommend exercise as a strategy to avoid a severe case of the virus.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Faulty Connections
By Craig CoxThe current pandemic has sparked a boom in telemedicine, but a new study notes the many reasons why it’s not a viable option for many seniors.
- video -
How to Do a Facial Lymphatic Massage (VIDEO)
By the Experience Life TeamLearn how to do this DIY technique that can help drain sinuses, relieve congestion, and reduce fluid retention.
- Stress Relief -
How to Relieve Stress During a Pandemic
By Kaelyn RileyYou may be experiencing a chronic state of stress activation known as “allostatic load.” Our experts offer five techniques to help you de-stress and re-center.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: The Kids Are Alright?
By Craig CoxSome evidence suggests that young people are carrying the virus into their multigenerational households, triggering the pandemic’s recent surge. Does that mean we should cancel visits from our grandson?