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Why More Men Could Benefit From Pilates

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

From supporting athleticism and recovery to increasing mobility and strength, there’s no question the advantages of incorporating Pilates into your fitness regimen.

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What Are the Health Effects of Moderate Alcohol Consumption?

By Mo Perry

Alcohol seems to affect us all differently — and even affect our own bodies differently over time. Here are answers to some of your questions about booze and the body.

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PUMPING IRONY: Prescription for Disaster?

By Craig Cox

The approval of a controversial Alzheimer’s drug has triggered a major increase in monthly Medicare premiums — and fresh concerns about the program’s solvency. I’m hoping it also sparks some new thinking about prescription-drug pricing.

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Good Eats for All: How to Navigate the Holidays With Dietary Restrictions

By Julie Dulude

Based on learnings from her own healing journey, best-selling cookbook author Danielle Walker shares tips for enjoying seasonal gatherings when dealing with food intolerances or allergies.

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Self-Reflections: Justin Baldoni

By Kaelyn Riley

Actor, director, and author Justin Baldoni on showing up as your vulnerable, strong, and authentic self.

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Can Massage Soothe Pain?

By Mo Perry

Massage can lower cortisol levels and enhance dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin, all of which helps with pain relief.

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NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: How Using Your Senses Can Improve Your Mental Health

By Henry Emmons, MD

Smell, touch, and sound can help cultivate resilience. Here’s how.

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The Sixth Stage of Grief

By Quinton Skinner

How finding meaning in loss can help you heal.

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Gender-Identity Terminology

By Amy C. Waninger

10 terms to know when it comes to gender identity, including “genderqueer,” “assigned gender,” and “gender confirmation.”

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Can Massage Help Ease Anxiety and Depression?

By Mo Perry

Stimulating the peripheral nerves with massage can switch the nervous system into rest-and-relaxation mode.

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The Connection Between Sugar and Cancer Metabolism

By Catherine Guthrie

Sugar is the top food to avoid when it comes to cancer, according to an integrative oncologist at the University of California San Francisco.

Anika Christ

Why Vitamin D?

With Anika Christ, RD, CPT
Season 4, Episode 11

Vitamin D is the most common micronutrient deficiency — but it’s also one that we can prevent with relative ease. In this mini episode, Anika Christ, RD, CPT, explains why vitamin D is critical to our health, including its role in immunity, and offers ways we can make sure our bodies get optimal levels.

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Habit Help for the Holiday Season

By Molly Kopischke

A four-step plan for solidifying healthy behaviors despite the obstacles of this time of year.

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Fit-for-Life Training

By Michael Dregni

The keys to working out as we get older? Build slowly, allow enough time for recovery, and be kind to yourself.

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Rising Early May Reduce Depression Risk

By Michael Dregni

Sleep timing may lower risk of major depression by as much as 23 percent, according to a recent study in JAMA Psychiatry.

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3 Hot and Cold Therapies for Postworkout Recovery

By Nicole Radziszewski

These three temperature-based therapies offer postworkout recovery support.

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11 Massage Modalities

By Mo Perry

From acupressure to myofascial release to trigger-point therapy, here are various forms of massage — and what they are good for.

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PUMPING IRONY: Help for the Helpful

By Craig Cox

Recent research suggests older folks can be quick to assist others while neglecting their own well-being. The solution may involve learning the difference between being nice and being kind.

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Foods to Eat — and Avoid — During Cancer Treatment

By Catherine Guthrie

Use nutrition to help protect — and fortify — a weakened immune system during cancer treatment.

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6 Tips to Start Working Out — at Any Age

By Michael Dregni

Here are six ways to get over the mental barriers to working out.

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Can Massage Help Relieve Headaches?

By Mo Perry

Shiatsu-style massage and craniosacral therapy can help with chronic headaches.

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