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Much of modern life, though seeming to promote connectivity, has had the opposite effect of fostering social isolation and loneliness, experts say.
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The philosopher Aristotle said health is partly a matter of personal responsibility. If someone lives an unhealthy lifestyle and doesn’t follow the advice of doctors, it’s no surprise, Aristotle thought, if he or she ends up unhealthy.
Generally speaking, the ancients seem to have believed it is up to each person to find flexible habits that can help them stay fit. And while this can be difficult, they thought it was imperative to a life well-lived – much as we do today.
It seems some things about being human don’t change.
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Most of the sodium that we eat doesn’t come from table salt. About 70 percent comes from ultra-processed foods like bread, chips, deli meats and canned soups.
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Feeling unsteady? Here are smart ideas to improve your balance and help you avoid falls.
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A new documentary shows them training for the Boston Marathon and reflecting on their understanding of mental health and suicide among Black men.
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Yet again, the manufacturers of a wildly popular drug, taken by millions of women globally, have not collected data on what this drug might do to a woman's reproductive organs or offspring.
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Some people who wanted to improve their lives and careers through coaching found themselves trapped in what they described as a pyramid scheme.
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Johann Hari’s book opens a deeper conversation about the pros and cons of injectable weight-loss drugs – including whether we really want to trade the pleasure we get from food for losing weight.
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We’ve all felt the discomfort of anxiety. Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki has five tips to harness the positive side of what she calls the most misunderstood emotion.
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Putting a grudge to rest isn’t always easy. As a psychologist, I know they can drag on for months or even years.
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According to new research, a specific kind of fat plays an important role in our health and the way we age.
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When it's cold and dark, there's nothing less appealing than hitting the gym for a workout. Here's how to stay motivated to exercise when the temperature drops.
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A hot tub or a sauna after a hard workout can be amazing. But is it as healthy as it feels?
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In a moving talk, journalist Johann Hari shares fresh insights on the causes of depression and anxiety from experts around the world -- as well as some exciting emerging solutions. "If you're depressed or anxious, you're not weak and you're not crazy -- you're a human being with unmet needs," Hari says.
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Is your water bottle etched with words of encouragement, urging you to "keep chugging" because you're "almost there"? What happens if you don't drink up?
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Gyms, workout classes and pools can make even the most confident of people self conscious. Here are expert tips to make you happier
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A look at claims by “functional beverages” and whether the drinks boost energy, immunity and mood.
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Simply having good friends isn’t enough. Research suggests that to truly thrive, we need to physically meet with our friends on a regular basis.
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Unstable Surface Training (UST) has long been heralded as a transformative approach in fitness, capturing the imagination of gym-goers and […]
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Molly Mirhashem, an editor on the Well desk, wants to motivate readers of all ages and experience levels.
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Physical activity improves cognitive and mental health in all sorts of ways. Here’s why, and how to reap the benefits.
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Experts agree that one of the best way to prevent and lower hypertension is by working out.
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After two divorces and an eating disorder, Marlene Flowers knew a change was needed. Her son suggested she start building her strength and she soon found her self-confidence growin
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Beach and pool season are starting. Why not get a little exercise while you’re in the sun?
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Finding tunes with a tempo and rhythm to match your heart rate can help you keep the pace when you exercise – and make it more enjoyable