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Your belly microbes are hungry. Here's what will, and won't, make them happy, from yogurt and kefir to sauerkraut, kombucha and a couple supplements.
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Your belly microbes are hungry. Here's what will, and won't, make them happy, from yogurt and kefir to sauerkraut, kombucha and a couple supplements.
Read MoreThe whys and hows of a better night’s sleep—the science, the solutions, and some new weapons in the nighttime arsenal. Plus, two experts reveal how they rest easy.
Read MoreCottage cheese is having a comeback of sorts. Here are seven ways to enjoy a container that go beyond the usual uses, courtesy of registered dietitian Lauren Manaker.
Read MoreIf you’re going to give your heart to someone this Valentine’s Day, why not make it a healthy one? Replace that junky chocolate with a version that can boost cardiovascular health.
Read MoreYou probably already know that whole grains are better for you than refined grains. Swap white rice for brown rice and you’ll be rewarded with more fiber, more protein, and more vitamins and minerals.
Read MoreTurmeric tea and golden lattes are a delicious, cozy way to enjoy the health benefits of this vibrant spice.
Read MoreTraumatized by an endless night of hellish flights, one writer found herself unable to enter airports again. To steel herself for future travel, she tested a digital headset alleged to soothe one’s brain.
Read MoreThree fast reasons to brew your own iced tea, rather than buy bottled: It’s cheaper. You’ll likely add much less sugar. And it’s healthier.
Read MoreNow that travel is finally back, you’re ready to book your road trips, flights, Airbnbs, hotels, cruises and more. Going on a well-deserved vacation doesn’t mean your health has to suffer, however.
Read MoreA crop of new devices are designed to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep without interruption, or wake up easier. Some promise all three. We tested a lulling light display, a wearable sleep lab, a robot and more.
Read MoreE-bikes make cycling more accessible to people of varied fitness levels—and yes, it’s still exercise! Learn how to get started and three spots around the Midwest to get wheeled up.
Read MoreEndless notifications, emails and DMs in our increasingly technology-driven world are enough to send anyone's stress levels through the roof. When you need to unwind and unplug, head to one of these destinations.
Read MoreOne of the best fashion trends to come out of the pandemic is, without a doubt, that casual attire is the new normal. And that includes our renewed love for sneakers.
Read MoreProperly managing your diabetes can reduce your risk of foot problems the disease is known for. Here's what to keep in mind when choosing new footwear.
Read MoreAs if you needed one more reason to eat healthier: Consuming these nutritious foods can help you glow from the inside out.
Read MoreAmericans are living longer than they did 100 years ago, but that’s not been accompanied by a great increase in health. By age 65, most people are on multiple drugs and have multiple chronic diseases — essentially living longer, but sicker.
Read MoreWhile research shows that using a fitness tracker can make it easier to reach your health goals, these wrist companions come with some downsides, as well.
Read MoreGetting out in nature has so many benefits to your mental and physical health, recent studies show, that therapists are prescribing time in nature to patients as part of treatment plans.
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