Living Well Blog

Only about 20 percent of Americans have optimal heart health, according to a new study, which may help explain why heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S.A research team led by Northwestern… See more

Vitamin D is a nutrient best known for its contributions to bone health. According to Mayo Clinic, it also regulates many other cellular functions with properties including:Anti-inflammatoryAntioxidantNeuroprotective “Vitamin D is actually a hormone,” says… See more

Poor mental health is a significant problem in the U.S. In fact, about 1 in 4 American adults struggles with a mental health condition. Of all the mental health illnesses, anxiety is the most common, affecting 40 million adults. Depression, also very common, touches nearly 21 million Americans. And… See more

Do you have an underactive thyroid? If yes, you may have an elevated risk of developing dementia as you age, particularly if you’re taking thyroid hormone replacement therapy, according to a study published in an online edition of Neurology. The study is observational, which means… See more

It’s not news that exercise is important for good health. But how often should you change your workout routine? Studies credit regular exercise with helping: Manage weightMaintain brain health Strengthen bonesImprove circulation Lower the risk heart disease and type 2 diabetes Control… See more

If you have gym rats in your life, they’ve probably flexed on the benefits of strength training:Improved energyGreater staminaBetter physiqueBut strength training has benefits you might not realize.Strength training in an umbrella term for a type of physical activity that makes your muscles work… See more

Monkeypox has gotten a lot of media attention lately. But what is it and how is it transmitted? Danish researchers first identified the monkeypox virus in 1958 in monkeys imported from Singapore. It wasn’t until 1970 that the first human case was diagnosed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, one… See more

Do you feel may like you’re on a lifelong journey to lose 20 elusive pounds? Or maybe you’re a hard gainer – always trying to put on 10 pounds. Either way, managing your weight can be very frustrating, especially if you’re living a healthy lifestyle.Why is it so hard? Logically, weight management… See more

The fat around your waist, snuggled up to your organs and clinging to your thighs and backside isn’t just a nuisance. It’s actually a remarkable component of your body composition. Fat has many benefits, such as giving you energy, manages cholesterol and blood pressure, helps escort some vitamins… See more

Do you struggle with knee pain? If you do, you know the problem is more than just pain. When your knees hurt, you can’t move very well. And your ability to perform daily activities, including walking, are compromised. Knee pain can be caused by a wide range of issues, but there’s a pretty good… See more