- Nutrition -
Low-Fat Milk May Produce High-Fat Kids
By Craig CoxA new Canadian study offers another reason why childhood obesity rates have soared in the past 30 years.
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- Nutrition -
Sugar-Coated Lies
By Michael DregniHow the sugar industry paid Harvard scientists to shift heart-disease blame to fat and cholesterol
Creativity: It’s Not Just Your Imagination
By Heidi WachterA new study is the first to link the cerebellum to the creative process.
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Behind the Scenes With Sara Gottfried, MD (Video)
By Experience Life StaffIntegrative- and functional-medicine pioneer Sara Gottfried, MD, shares her personal struggle with imbalanced hormones, and how what she learned from her own treatment protocol has informed more than a decades-worth of work helping women, as well as her best-selling book The Hormone Cure.
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PUMPING IRONY: The Happiness Factor
By Craig CoxA new study out of the UK validates my world view: Do stuff that makes you happy and you’ll maintain your functionality longer.
- General Health -
Physician, Heal Thyself
By Experience Life StaffMore than 22% of physicians currently experience at least one symptom of burnout. —Archives of International Medicine (October 2012)
- Food Culture -
Cooking Is a Revolutionary Act
By Mark Hyman, MDThe cure for what ails us — both in our bodies and in our nation — can be found in the kitchen.
- Food Culture -
Money, Politics and Health Care: A Disease-Creation Economy
By Mark Hyman, MDDr. Mark Hyman examines the connections of politics, money, and our healthcare system — and what we can do about it.
- Nutrition -
Practical Tips To Avoid GM Foods
By Frank Lipman, MDFrank Lipman, MD gives you 8 tips to avoid GM foods.
Strength in Numbers: The Importance of Fitness Buddies
By Gina DeMillo WagnerWorkout partners can help you stay committed to fitness and have fun. Here’s what you need to know to form an active relationship that gets results.
- Hormones -
Increase Fertility, Naturally
By Kristin OhlsonNine practical strategies for boosting fertility and supporting a healthy pregnancy.
- Nutrition -
The Truth About Grains: Whole and Refined
By Catherine GuthrieWhen ground into flours, most grains act like sugar in the body, triggering weight gain, inflammation and blood-sugar imbalances. Here’s why whole kernels are a better option.
- Nutrition -
Smart Juicing
By Sheila Mulrooney EldredTrying to eat more veggies and fruits? Here’s what the experts say about the pros and cons of juicing.
Keep the Weight Off!
By Gina DeMillo WagnerLosing weight is an impressive achievement, but the journey doesn’t end there. Here’s how to maintain your weight loss for good.
- Nutrition -
Paleo Vs. Vegan
By Experience Life TeamBoth Paleo and vegan diets have become popular in the last few years. But what are their pros and cons, and how might they affect your health? We assembled a roundtable of experts to make sense of the debate.
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Why MovNat Matters Even More Than You Think – Part 2
By Liz BragdonEnter MovNat What struck me immediately when I came across MovNat almost a year ago is the similarity between the movement patterns they emphasize and the movement patterns/motor skill milestones children naturally and automatically cycle through in the first few years of life if they are allowed the freedom to do so. These are the… Read more »
- General Health -
Change Agents
By Experience Life TeamMeet five visionaries who are leading the charge to better health, and a healthier world.
- Nutrition -
The Vitamin D Debate
By Jack ChallemThere’s been a lot of controversy lately about vitamin D recommendations. If you’re confused about how much you should be taking, you’re not alone.
The Creative Habit
By Brian JohnsonOne of the world’s most prolific and innovative choreographers offers wisdom on cultivating and sharing your own creative gifts.
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Secret Ingredients
By Kristin OhlsonMost of the processed foods we eat are studded with mysterious additives. They extend shelf life. They create exciting flavors, colors and textures. But they don’t do great things for our health. Find out which ones to avoid, and why.