Can a multivitamin keep your brain healthy?
A new study suggests that a daily multivitamin might improve memory in older adults. Millions of people take a multivitamin each day. Some believe it’s a sort of insurance in
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Break free from 3 self-sabotaging ANTs — automatic negative thoughts
Reframing common negative patterns can help you feel more balanced. You’ve just been laid off, and doomsday thoughts ricochet through your brain in a chaotic rush: You’re an idiot who
Respiratory health harms often follow flooding: Taking these steps can help
Mold growth and contaminants left after major storms may pose health hazards. Heavy rains and sea level rise contribute to major flooding events that are one effect of climate change.
When replenishing fluids, does milk beat water?
Some studies suggest milk is better than water, but evidence is weak. Driving along the freeway recently, a billboard caught my eye. In bold letters it proclaimed: Milk hydrates better
Should you get an over-the-counter hearing aid?
What the new hearing aid options mean for your ears and wallet. A change in FDA regulations has cleared the way for over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. What does this mean for
What’s the right way to brush your teeth?
A good brush and a bit of technique go surprisingly far to boosting your smile and health. Getting your teeth cleaned professionally feels like a dental health reset. Your teeth get scrubbed,
Concerned about your child’s development?
Glossy apps and shiny social media moments can fuel comparisons and worry about how children are developing. When you are a new parent, it’s hard not to compare your child
Prostate cancer: How long should hormonal therapy last?
Men with high-risk tumors obtain the greatest benefit from long-term treatment. Hormonal therapy is a cornerstone of prostate cancer treatment, but it has burdensome side effects. Men who take these
Jump-start a healthier New Year with four holiday eating tips
Many people wait until January 1st to begin eating healthier. After all, the holidays are full of stress and extra helpings of rich festive foods, so why bother? But banish
Don’t want to go to bed? Dealing with bedtime procrastination
Restful sleep is key for good health, and reluctance to sleep can have consequences. A few years ago, the official Twitter account for Netflix sent out the following message: “Sleep