- General Health -
What Causes Night Sweats?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCFluctuating hormones, hypoglycemia, and spicy food can all lead to night sweats. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
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- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: A Vague Recollection
By Craig CoxAt my age, I’m often at a loss when trying to retrieve some bit of information from my memory banks. A new study suggests brain games and other mentally stimulating activities may help — sort of.
- General Health -
Autoimmune Disorders: When Your Body Turns on You
By Catherine GuthrieThere’s been a stark rise in autoimmune disorders over the past 50 years, from type 1 diabetes and multiple sclerosis to celiac disease and asthma. What is autoimmune disorder? The first step toward a cure is understanding and controlling the causes.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Die Hard
By Craig CoxA new government report paints a dismal portrait of hospice care in the United States. And regulatory agencies are powerless to respond.
- General Health -
How Effective Is CBD for Pain?
By Mo PerryInstead of using NSAIDs like Advil or Aleve, many people are starting to use anti-inflammatory CBD to treat pain.
- General Health -
Why Do I Always Wake Up at Night to Use the Bathroom?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCAre you always waking up to pee in the middle of the night? Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: The DIY Dilemma
By Craig CoxAge and affluence have limited my opportunities to embark on home-improvement projects, but a neighbor’s request for help resurrects my sense of usefulness.
- Gut Health -
ASK THE DOCTOR: Can You Detox With Activated Charcoal?
By Tiffany Lester, MDAn integrative-medicine doc weighs in on the dos and don’ts of using activated charcoal.
- General Health -
The High Costs of Medical Marketing
By Michael DregniDirect-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertising — legal only in the U.S. and New Zealand — is biased, deceptive, and drives up the cost of drugs, says the American Medical Association.
- General Health -
How Much CBD Oil Should I Take?
By Mo PerryDosage ranges widely from person to person. Here are some tips to determine your ideal CBD dose.
- General Health -
Why Do People Snore?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCChronic snoring could be a sign that you have sleep apnea, need to lose weight, or more. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
- Weight Loss -
Lift to Lose Weight
By Andrew HeffernanCan you lose weight just by lifting weights? If you want to get leaner, it’s time to start strength training. Here’s how to lift to lose fat.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: A Matter of Trust
By Craig CoxOnly about a third of Americans say they have faith in doctors, a fact that may say more about the system than about the physicians.
- General Health -
Why Are My Hands and Feet Always Cold?
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCThyroid issues, vitamin deficiency, and even anxiety can contribute to cold hands and feet. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
- Functional Medicine -
What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You, Part 3
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCHealth experts explain possible causes for niggling symptoms, including snoring, night sweats, and eye twitching.
- Brain/Mental Health -
What You Need to Know About Addiction and the Brain
By Alexandra Smith, LPCCAddiction is common — and it’s complicated.
- General Health -
From Fashion Stylist to Life Stylist: A Q&A With Luke Storey
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlA self-described “world-class biohacker” shares his favorite health-and-wellness tips.
- General Health -
Understanding CBD
By Mo PerryWhat is CBD? Our integrative-health experts explain how cannabidiol works to relieve pain, anxiety, and more.
- Mindfulness -
Creating Calm: Tamara Levitt
By Heidi WachterApp content producer Tamara Levitt is helping millions of people learn to find balance and presence amid life’s chaos.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Too Much of a Good Thing?
By Craig CoxExercise offers antiaging benefits as does a popular drug. So combining them should boost longevity, right? Not so much.
- Recovery -
5 Tips to Recover Better
By Maggie Fazeli FardYou can’t build your fitness without recovery.