Do you ever have trouble focusing? We all do from time to time, but if it’s a regular or chronic thing, it may be significantly affecting your quality of life. It’s one thing to forget where you put your...
We usually don’t think twice about the safety of tap water. It’s safe to drink as far as we’re concerned, because we are lucky enough not to live a third-world country. Most restaurants sell unfiltered tap water and while...
When you’re in doubt about something related to your health, your best bet is to pop down to the doctor. They’re the experts when it comes to diagnosing health problems, and you’ll usually walk out with at least some...
As medical research continues to unlock the secrets of the human body, it’s becoming increasingly apparent that the way we view ourselves needs a dramatic rethink. This is particularly the case when it comes to our perceived individuality: each...
Mason Tyson’s life got off to a rough start. But this is a story about a kid who beat the odds and has come back healthier than ever. If you are looking for some serious inspiration (and some lessons...
You’ve just got back from a long run. You’re tired and sweaty, and plonk down on the couch with a glass of water and a banana to reap the rewards of a temporarily guilt-less conscience. Off come the shoes,...
Talking with teachers has taught me some sobering lessons about today’s young people. An increasing number of school-age children are suffering from severe anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Hardly a week goes by, one educator told me,...
Americans, in general, like a lot of freedom when it comes to choosing health remedies. In addition, there’s a fair amount of skepticism about the institutions that are supposed to protect the public’s health. For instance, recent news reports...
In the never-ending pursuit of happiness, we’re always on the lookout for new ways to boost joy naturally. As it turns out, the foods we eat have a lot to say about our overall happiness. Here are 14 foods...
In 2014, the Centers For Disease Control & Prevention accidentally shipped out live anthrax virus cultures. It was one of a series of embarrassing mishaps involving deadly bugs, which prompted the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to issue a...
