General Health Archives - Page 2 of 22

- Recovery -

5 Tips to Recover Better

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

You can’t build your fitness without recovery.

- Gut Health -

Can Exercise Improve Your Gut Health?

By Michael Dregni

Endurance training may alter our microbiome for good, according to a recent study.

- General Health -

Farewell, 98.6º F

By Michael Dregni

What is a ‘normal’ body temperature? Many recent studies say 98.6 degrees F may be too high.

- Gut Health -

7 Alternative Antibiotics

By Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

The growing threat of antibiotic resistance is leading some researchers and doctors to investigate the power of natural remedies.

Three bottles of oregano oil next to a bunch of fresh oregano

- General Health -

Does Oregano Oil Work to Fight Colds?

By Jon Spayde

What are the health benefits of oregano oil? This essential oil has antibiotic properties, but it’s potent so use cautiously.

- General Health -

A Rough Guide to Histamine Foods

By Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

Here are foods to track if you suspect a histamine intolerance.

- Weight Loss -

The Mindful Food Journal

By Kaelyn Riley

If you track what’s on your plate as well as what’s happening in your mind and body, you can learn what doesn’t work for you — and build on what does.

- General Health -

What You Need to Know About Histamine Intolerance

By Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

Understand the role of histamines in the body — and which foods to avoid if they’re causing problems.

- Family/Friends -

Should You Co-Sleep With Your Baby?

By Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

Most people around the world share their beds with an infant. If you choose to do this, James McKenna, PhD, offers some tips to be as safe as possible.

- General Health -

Can Exercise Improve Male Fertility?

By Craig Cox

Prospective dads who work out may have healthier sperm, according to a recent study.

A woman lays on a bed with a cup of coffee staring out into the summer day.

- Personal Development -

Five Wellness Trends to Embrace This Summer

By Kacey Bradley

Here are a few self-care strategies to jump-start your health this season.

- General Health -

Is Carbonated Water Dehydrating?

By Jon Spayde

Is your daily La Croix a good way to hydrate — or not? Here’s what our expert had to say.

- General Health -

Why Is the Appendix Important?

By Michael Dregni

The appendix plays a key role in storing good bacteria and keeping our microbiome healthy.

- Hormones -

Are Sperm Counts Declining?

By Jon Spayde

Yes, says our expert, but here’s what you can do to protect your sperm health.

- Nutrition -

The Care and Feeding of Your Mitochondria

By Pamela Weintraub

They’re essential to energy, focus, vitality, and metabolism. And yet most of us have no idea how our mitochondria work. Here’s how to tune up your body’s quadrillions of “energy factories” and avoid mitochondrial dysfunction.