- Nutrition -
5 Questions About Fiber
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCNutrition experts answer some of the most common questions about this nutrient — including how you know if you are eating a low-fiber diet.
Latest Stories
- 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.
- Pumping Irony -
A Dose of Uncertainty
By Craig CoxAs we wait impatiently for a COVID-19 vaccine to free us from the current pandemic, a recent survey indicates surprising skepticism, and healthcare experts suggest we temper our expectations.
- Nutrition -
How to Buy and Store Tomatoes
By Kaelyn RileyIt's one of the best times of the year: tomato season! Follow these tips to make the most of these late-summer superstars.
- Stress Relief -
When to Seek Help for Anxiety
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCCIf you're struggling with anxiety and unsure whether to seek help or ride it out, consider the following factors.
- Family/Friends -
4 Ways to Help Kids Change Their Cellphone Habits
By Helen MartineauAre your children glued to their smartphones? Here are a few ways to help them reclaim their time and focus.
- Personal Development -
EDITOR’S NOTE: A Different Kind of Recovery
By Jamie MartinIn tough times, we tend to move through distinct phases of coping before learning to move ahead.
- Stress Relief -
18 Ways to Break Your Cellphone Habit
By Helen MartineauFeel like your smartphone is controlling your life? These strategies can help you set it down and reclaim control of your time.
- 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.
- Brain/Mental Health -
4 Ways to Treat Anxiety
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCCLearn why anxiety goes hand in hand with depression and irritability — and how to treat it.
- Functional Medicine -
5 Ways to Boost Your Immunity
By Michael DregniLifestyle factors — like exercise and nutrition — can boost your immunity and help tackle COVID-19.
- Environmental Health -
Finding Beauty in Erosion
By Heidi WachterAcclaimed author and conservationist Terry Tempest Williams discusses themes from her new book of essays.
- Nutrition -
The Three Types of Fiber You Need
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCInsoluble fiber, soluble fiber, and prebiotic fiber are all essential to our health and well-being. Here's why — and which foods have them.
- Travel -
East Meets West
By Maggie Fazeli FardSeparated by decades and thousands of miles, a family reunites in Istanbul.
- Brain/Mental Health -
How to Take a Mental-Health Day
By Molly TynjalaTaking time off can enhance workplace productivity and personal well-being. Try these four tips to make the most of your day off.
- Fitness Tips -
BREAK IT DOWN: The Renegade Row
By Maggie Fazeli FardImprove your form on this advanced plank move to boost functional abdominal strength and prevent injury.
- Perspective by Bahram Akradi -
Better Together
By Bahram AkradiWhen we work toward seeing the bigger picture, we have the chance to discover our collective potential.
- Family/Friends -
When Not to Share
By Katherine Reynolds LewisPosting about your life on social media is now considered the norm — but there is some information that is best kept offline. Check out these tips on online etiquette.
- Environmental Health -
The Ecological Consequences of Wildfires
By Heidi WachterWildfires are becoming more frequent and dangerous. Learn why it matters — even if you don't live in a burn hotspot.
- Nutrition -
Made From Scratch
By Kaelyn RileySkip the additives and preservatives — and save some money — by whipping up these culinary favorites at home.
- Success Stories -
Tony Hofmann’s Success Story
By Tony HofmannAfter rising to the challenge of the Leadville 100, a retired U.S. Army colonel found new purpose in building a team of athletes willing to go the distance for veterans and service members with posttraumatic stress.