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Eager to feel a whole lot better than "okay"? Looking for common-sense advice grounded in the very best medical and scientific research? You’ve come to the right place. We cover everything from the basic body systems that make or break your vitality to the complex influences — like genetics, chronic disease and the environment — that impact your well-being and quality of life.

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In This Together
By Erin Peterson, September 2008

A health scare convinced Brad and Ivette Heutmaker to change their eating and exercise habits. Now, even their daughter is reaping the... PRINT EDITION ONLY

Bumping Up Against Skin Problems
By Karen Asp, September 2008

From athlete’s foot to eczema, unwanted skin conditions can throw you off your game. Here’s the scoop on how to deal with... READ ON ...

Functional Wellness, Part 3: Digestive Health
By Mark Hyman, MD, September 2008

A well-functioning digestive system is the cornerstone of good health. Find out how the gut works, what makes it vulnerable - and what... READ ON ...

Life, Interrupted
By Erin Peterson, July-August 2008

A dozen years ago, Jodi Ring suffered two brain aneurysms that could easily have left her dead. Instead, they led her to get on her... PRINT EDITION ONLY

Functional Wellness, Part 2: Hormones and Inflammation
By Mark Hyman, MD, July-August 2008

Hormonal imbalances can lead to a host of serious health problems, including inflammation, high blood pressure, heart disease,... READ ON ...

Creak, Crackle, Pop!
By Kelle Walsh, July-August 2008

What is that sound coming from your joints, and should you be concerned? Find out what’s normal, and what you might... READ ON ...

Fitter Than You: Three 50-plus Athletes Who Can Kick Your Butt
By Sheila Mulrooney Eldred, July-August 2008

The passing of a few measly decades needn’t bring one’s fitness pursuits to an untimely end. Indeed, for these three... READ ON ...

Gut Feelings
By Alyssa Ford, June 2008

By cultivating your intuitive skills, you’ll be able to listen more closely to what your body is trying to tell you. READ ON ...

Functional Wellness, Part 1: Genes and the Environment
By Mark Hyman, MD, June 2008

Learn how your genes interact with your habits, lifestyle and surroundings to create a healthy body - or an unhealthy one. READ ON ...

Day-to-Day Detox
By Erin Peterson, May 2008

Because our bodies are exposed to a constant barrage of harmful toxins, the best detoxification regimen is a daily one. Here are some... READ ON ...

Break the Fast-Food Habit
By Kristin Ohlson, May 2008

Not only does fast food tend to be unhealthy, but some of its ingredients are downright addictive. Here’s how to kick the habit. READ ON ...

Head Case
By Susan Gaines, April 2008

When the source of your pain escapes you - and your doctor - it could be psychogenic. READ ON ...

No-Vacation Nation
By John de Graaf, March 2008

Americans are getting fewer and fewer days off. This lack of paid vacation, say many experts, doesn’t just translate into less... READ ON ...

Take Care of Yourself
By Courtney E. Martin, January-February 2008

Overcoming barriers to self-care can be difficult, especially for women. But making time and space for ourselves - and getting over any... READ ON ...

The Simple Way to Slim
By Catherine Guthrie, January-February 2008

Subsisting on low-calorie foods and skipping meals is no way to lose weight - and no way to live. Instead, we should rid our diets of toxins... READ ON ...

How to Hydrate
By Sarah Tuff, December 2007

Too much? Too little? What to drink and when? Staying hydrated doesn’t have to be confusing - especially once you’re armed with... READ ON ...

A Study in Confusion
By Catherine Guthrie, December 2007

For years, sophisticated consumers have relied on the latest clinical trials to guide their health choices, but exactly how reliable are these... READ ON ...

How Exercise Heals
By Susan Gaines, November 2007

Regular physical activity can help us recover more quickly, heal more easily, and get an edge over all kinds of disease and injury. In fact,... READ ON ...

Help Wanted: Health Coach
By Joseph Hart, November 2007

Trained to listen and support, rather than simply dole out advice, health coaches are attracting more attention than ever - from patients... READ ON ...

Living Strong With Cancer
By Catherine Guthrie, November 2007

When an otherwise healthy, fit person who has “done everything right” receives a cancer diagnosis, it can feel unfair on many... READ ON ...

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