- General Health -
Is Exercise as Good as Medicine When It Comes to Treating Blood Pressure?
By Michael DregniThat's the upshot of a recent study.
General Health
- Functional Medicine -
How Does Vitamin C Aid the Immune System?
By Courtney HelgoeLearn how this essential nutrient boosts immunity.
- General Health -
What You Need to Know About Vitamin C
By Courtney HelgoeThis essential nutrient supports nearly every aspect of health.
- Aging -
Is It Better to Get A Hip Replacement Later in Life?
By Craig CoxApparently so — the older the better for joint replacement, according to recent research.
- Environmental Health -
How Good Is Your Tap Water?
By Michael DregniCurious what's in your tap water? Check out the Environmental Working Group's new Tap Water Database.
- Gut Health -
Can Yeast Overgrowth Make You Drunk?
By Courtney HelgoeTechnically, yes. Too much candida in your gut microbiome can lead to a condition called auto-brewery syndrome.
- Personal Development -
Gut Feelings
By Alyssa FordBy cultivating your intuitive skills, you’ll be able to listen more closely to what your body is trying to tell you.
- Fitness Tips -
How Exercise Heals
By Susan GainesRegular physical activity can help us recover more quickly, heal more easily, and get an edge over all kinds of disease and injury. In fact, exercise may just be nature’s best medicine.
- General Health -
8 Ways Exercise Makes You Gorgeous
By Catherine GuthrieWorking out isn’t all about dropping pounds or prepping for your next triathlon. Regular exercise also gives you a healthy, glowing look and an unmistakable va-va-voom that you just can’t get any other way.
- 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.
- 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.
- Functional Medicine -
5 Ways to Boost Your Immunity
By Michael DregniLifestyle factors — like exercise and nutrition — can boost your immunity.
- 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.
- 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?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- General Health -
Does Muscle Mass Equal Heart Health?
By Michael DregniGreater muscle mass is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a recent study.
- Stress Relief -
Self-Care for Activists
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCCSelf-care is not escapism: It’s a way to remain present, connected, and committed. Here's how to battle burnout if you're an activist.
- General Health -
Should You Test Your Bone Density?
By Mo PerryA bone-density test is the gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis — and can help you assess your risk of fracture.
- Fitness Tips -
For the Love of Summer
By the Experience Life TeamNo-cook summer meals, escapist reads, outdoor fitness — plus so many more ways to make the most of summer!