Stories for a healthier life
Although change is inevitable, adapting to it is not. But change is part of life, and successful adaptation often leads to triumph, while failure to adapt…
Men often don’t face aging in a positive way, even going as far as to add the word “crisis” to our midlife. But hitting your mid-40s doesn’t mean you have to…
Saving lives can be as simple as sitting back, rolling up a sleeve and squeezing and releasing a little red ball, but only a small percentage of the U.S.…
We all know the immediate effects excessive drinking can have, whether it’s experiencing a hangover, engaging in risky behavior while intoxicated or even…
We all know spring is the perfect time to clean your home, but have you ever considered a spring clean for your body? Every cell in your body needs a chance to…
Picture the weight room at your gym. You see weight lifters pumping barbells and flexing their guns. Now, picture one of the exercise studios, where people…
If you’re someone who cringes at the thought of switching out your favorite foods for something more nutritious, here’s a little secret: Eating healthy,…
You know that your heart is complex, and that many factors contribute to its overall health, including blood pressure and cholesterol. But having multiple risk…
Several years before she became a household fixture on the TV show Modern Family, actress Sofia Vergara went through something that would change her life…
No magic spice will cure your diabetes or prevent a heart attack, it’s true. But if you’re looking for a way to break free of bland winter dishes,…
To most men, having a beer belly isn’t that big of a deal. They’re often seen as humorous. At times, they’re even seen as a rite of passage—something that…
It doesn’t matter if you are 5 or 85 years old, learning a new language can give your brain a major power boost. In addition to helping you become a global…
Just like when humans get older, aging pets face a number of obstacles. They often have trouble getting around and can experience incontinence, as well as…
We’re often told that getting over a major trauma in our lives—the loss of a loved one, a serious illness, or a bout of depression—is all about giving…
Something about the holidays makes us want to add another gift to our shopping carts, whether it’s a can of soup for the hungry or a toy for a child in need.…
If “no meltdown at the family party” tops your holiday wish list, there are a few steps you can take to minimize temper tantrums and keep the fun and goodwill…
Spend five minutes in front of an aquarium filled with swimming fish, and take notice as a feeling of calm washes over you. Watching fish in an aquarium has a…
During the holidays, our calendars quickly fill up with parties, where friends and family gather to celebrate the season over bountiful appetizers, turkey…
Everybody knows Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year, but what you may not know is that it may also be the healthiest. Skeptical? You should…
Diet fads aren’t just for humans any more, as our canine and feline friends are also getting into the game. Besides specially formulated diets and organic pet…
If you’re trying to kick a smoking habit—or have watched someone try to quit again and again—e-cigarettes could seem like a magic potion. The devices have been…
It seems almost everywhere you turn, people are talking about living a more holistic lifestyle, and how it can lead to a happier, healthier and more fulfilled…
For many people, going to the doctor can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially when filled with uncertainty over how to talk to the doctor and what to do…
No one likes to talk about being constipated, but it’s not a secret you have to live with. Constipation has a variety of causes, and it’s worth talking about…