Most of your health problems can be managed by your primary care physician, but there are certain medical issues that may require the expertise of a cardiologist, a doctor with specialized training in heart-related care. Cardiologists are nearly always board certified, and these specialists can be found through your general practitioner, local hospital, or your …
You know how it feels to wear an outfit in your favorite color? In an instant, a certain shade can make you feel confident, calm or chilled out. What if you could replicate that hit of emotion every day? A fresh coat of paint might do the trick. "Color therapy has been used since ancient …
While getting a good night's sleep is always the goal, you might find that it's harder to get the standard eight hours of rest on some nights than it is on others. According to a new study published in Science Advances, there may be a reason why you're not falling or staying asleep: a full …
There are a lot of reasons why your hands might ache. Perhaps you're currently working from home but don't have the best-possible ergonomic setup. Maybe you're spending your days planting bulbs or the evenings knitting, and the repeated motions associated with these activities are beginning to take a toll on hands and wrists. Whatever their …
by Eric Silver Many people often find themselves in a slump, feeling depressed, unhappy, unmotivated, anxious, and stressed. When this is the case, a lot of people turn to therapy or even prescription medication to get them out of their slump. Sadly, these things are not always necessary. In many cases, a lot of these …
For many of us, a night of sleep is entirely hit or miss. There are so many circumstances that affect how you rest-anxiety, caffeine intake, diet, and health conditions, to name a few. With a number of factors playing a role in your nightly slumber, it's no wonder 68 percent of adults between the ages of …
If you're experiencing hair loss—whether it's a new or worsening symptom—you're in good company. According to a 2014 survey by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, an estimated 35 million men and 21 million women in the United States experience hair loss to some degree; in all likelihood, that number has only continued to …
Put down your peeler and take in this handy and healthy produce tip. Like nearly everyone else, we love butternut, acorn, and their winter squash kin. In fact, we love every bit of them, including the flesh, skin, and seeds. In case you didn't know, all winter squash skins are edible, full of fiber and …
If you are losing your eyelashes or eyebrows, don't panic: It's likely a temporary issue and, luckily, one that is treatable. We spoke with celebrity eyebrow expert Sania Vucetaj of Sania's Brow Bar (she's been doing brows for 20 years and has some of Hollywood's biggest stars, from Rihanna to Sarah Jessica Parker, as clients) …
It was the icky stuff we avoided in the pond as kids, but these days algae is a trendy food product. Loved by chefs for its versatility and touted by many nutritionists for its health benefits, algae food products are popping up on supermarket shelves, on restaurant menus, and more. Here's what you need to …