- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: The Primacy of Pain
By Craig CoxAs the opioid epidemic overtakes the senior set, I’m reminded of how serious pain can overrule any internal debate over the pros and cons of painkillers.
Health
- Aging -
Healthy Heart = Healthy Brain for Seniors?
By Craig CoxTending to your cardiovascular health may ward off dementia in seniors, a recent study says.
- Nutrition -
Should You Supplement With Collagen?
By Laine Bergeson BeccoIf you opt to supplement with collagen, here are some tips to follow — as well as a primer on decoding labels.
- Perspective by Bahram Akradi -
A Work in Progress
By Bahram AkradiInstilling healthy habits in the workplace takes effort — even when your business is healthy living.
- Success Stories -
Jessica Tobin’s Success Story
By Jessica TobinOne woman shares hard-earned lessons from her postpartum recovery to help others recognize the importance of persistence, self-care, and patience.
- Hormones -
The Problem With Testosterone Testing
By Catherine GuthrieHere are three things to know before you get your testosterone levels checked.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Does Bliss Require Obliviousness?
By Craig CoxA new study may explain why geezers tend to be happier than their youthful peers, but it seems that joy can come with a cost.
- Gut Health -
Is It Possible to Take Too Many Probiotics?
By Jon SpaydeIf you suffer from SIBO — small intestinal bacterial overgrowth — you might want to be careful about which probiotic supplements you choose.
- Gut Health -
How to Heal a Leaky Gut
By Catherine GuthrieYour intestines are home to a great deal of your digestive system, nervous system, and immune system. Here’s how to keep them healthy and avoid leaky gut syndrome.
- Functional Medicine -
ASK THE DOCTOR: The Pros and Cons of the Keto Diet
By Tiffany Lester, MDThe ketogenic diet is all the rage right now, but is it right for you? We asked one of our favorite functional-medicine docs, and here’s what she had to say.
- Nutrition -
6 Nutrients That Support Eye Health
By Mo PerryYes, the beta-carotene found in carrots really does support your vision.
- General Health -
Are You Living LOHAS?
By Jennifer DerryberryLifestyles of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) may be the most meaningful consumer trend you’ve never heard of. How can you be LOHAS? Here are some tips.
- Fitness Tips -
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: How to Make Time for Fitness
By Maggie Fazeli FardOur fitness editor describes how she learned to carve out time for exercise in her hectic schedule.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: The Upside of Alzheimer’s?
By Craig CoxWhile in no way diminishing the devastation dementia exacts on its victims and those who care for them, visionary experts are forging a new treatment path — one that may yield surprising benefits.
- Functional Medicine -
How to Find Your Pressure Points
By Catherine GuthrieAcupressure accesses the body’s subtle energy layers to let health and well-being flow.
- Beauty -
How to Avoid Toxins in Your Toothpaste: 12 Ingredients to Ditch Now
By Mark Burhenne, DDSWhy you should buy natural toothpaste or make your own nontoxic toothpaste.
- Aging -
How Does Screen Use Affect My Eyes?
By Mo Perry“Computer vision syndrome” is an actual thing. Here are some tips to protect your eyes when using screens.
- Aging -
The Happiness Curve
By Heidi WachterFeeling gloomy in your middle years? Award-winning journalist Jonathan Rauch tells us why life gets better after 50.
- Nutrition -
How to Get More Collagen
By Laine Bergeson BeccoLearn how to use food and supplements to boost your body’s collagen production.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Is There a Doctor in the House?
By Craig CoxA dwindling supply of geriatricians offers few options for elderly patients who are often ill served by physicians who are not trained to treat them.
- Stress Relief -
Sabbatical Stories
By Karen OlsonSabbaticals aren’t just for college professors anymore. Many workers are taking time off to pursue a creative project, build a skill, or simply expand their horizons.