Bone broth is an old fashioned food that is newly trendy. There are excellent reasons for this; bone broth benefits for health are potentially profound and target many different parts of the body’s digestive and immune systems. Source: Draxe Modern society has gotten out of the habit of nose to tail dining and consuming all […]
Moo goo gai pan is the Americanized version of Cantonese stir-fry and can typically be found in most Chinese restaurants around the country. One of the reasons this dish is so popular is because of all the amazing ingredients involved in making it. They can be customized based on a person’s favorites and the sauce […]
“The weight room can feel like a forbidden zone—and it’s hurting women’s health” Growing up, Sayeeda Chowdhury, 24, never thought of herself as an athlete. She developed an aversion to the gym young, when classmates stared at the “Muslim girl modifications” to her P.E. uniform. “I hoped I could find the courage to go to […]
It’s called Rift Valley Fever and experts are watching it now to prevent a global health crisis. (January 10, 2019) The Zika virus is not the only mosquito-borne virus pregnant women need to know about. According to new research, Rift Valley fever is poised to become an even more dangerous global health crisis—especially if you’re […]
Whether you have to duck out early to make it to a therapy appointment or need to take a longer leave of absence, bringing up a mental illness with your boss can be intimidating. Here’s how to ace the conversation. After graduating from college, Abby, a 22-year-old from Nebraska, accepted a dream job as an […]
“You are worthy of being loved” Opening up about one’s experiences with mental health is far from an easy thing to do, especially when stigma is still very real. Many celebrities, however, have begun to break this barrier in years past, one of them being actor Troian Bellisario. The former Pretty Little Liars star has been vocal about her journey with mental […]
Inexplicable feelings of mortal terror strike one-third of Canadians each year. Here’s one woman’s journey back to reassurance. It’s 6 p.m. on a September evening in 2001 and I’m driving our minivan on a Toronto highway, heading to dinner at my parents’ house. My husband has been in Bermuda for three weeks, where he has […]
While the exact location of the fountain of youth still eludes us, these expert-approved anti-aging secrets can lengthen your life span. 1. Deep-six the sugar Sugar is public health enemy No. 1 when it comes to aging, says Troy, Michigan–based plastic surgeon Anthony Youn, MD, author of The Age Fix: A Leading Plastic Surgeon Reveals How to Really Look […]
When it comes to health, knowing your numbers is key to living a longer life. Here are the ones that matter most. 1. Your blood pressure should be 120/80 Because it can be symptom-less, high blood pressure is often referred to as a “silent killer.” Unchecked, high blood pressure can damage the cells that line […]
Give them a once-over. From a weak grip to long fingers and rashes to nail problems, your mitts are sending you important messages about your health, including your risk of disease and the length of your life. Here’s how to listen. PRESSMASTER/SHUTTERSTOCK Stronger grip, stronger heart Your handshake is about more than your personality. Better […]
