The holidays: a time for peace on Earth … and inner turmoil.
A survey by the American Psychological Association (APA) shows that almost 9 out 10 U.S. adults feel stressed during the holidays. Their common concerns include a lack of money, longing for absent loved ones, and family...
Overwhelmed by the thought of holiday shopping, family gatherings, and endless to-do lists? You’re in good company. About nine in 10 U.S. adults say that the holidays cause them stress, based on a survey by the American Psychological Association (APA).1
The holiday season...
Nearly 1 billion adults — about 12 percent of the world’s population — suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Among them, 425 million aged 30 to 69 have moderate to severe OSA. The sleep disorder is more common in men (up to 33 percent are affected) than in women (up to 19...
In the U.S., about 6 million adults are diagnosed with sleep apnea. However, as many as 39 million Americans are believed to have this condition.1
Sleep apnea is a disorder in which your breathing stops and restarts frequently while you’re sleeping. There are two types of sleep apnea:...
Did you know that the link between diabetes and depression had been described as early as the 17th century?1
Back then, English doctor Thomas Willis — one of the pioneers of diabetes research — wrote that “significant life stress, sadness, or long sorrow” made people...
Ready or not, winter’s here.
And it comes with short daylight hours and chilly weather — conditions that can make people feel down and sluggish.
Also, winter can worsen some health problems, including arthritis, skin dryness, psoriasis, and eczema.
Many people react to the...
Catchy jingles played on repeat. Smiling people in commercials. Festive decorations everywhere. Magazine-worthy dinner spreads. These hallmarks evoke the joy associated with the holiday season.
Unfortunately though, not everyone feels happy during the holidays. In fact, 64 percent of people...
Have you ever tried to shed pounds or be healthier by skipping carbohydrates? If you have, you’re not alone. After all, popular diets have long tied carb intake to weight gain and other health issues.1
In fact, not all carbs are created equal. Some of them make your blood sugar levels...
You’ve probably heard that yogurt and kimchi are good for you. Or maybe you’ve had diarrhea while taking amoxicillin. But how do fermented foods benefit health, while antibiotics cause side effects? The answer has to do with your gut microbiome. In this article, we’ll explore:
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In the U.S., 29 percent of adults say they have been diagnosed with depression at some point in their lives.1 Factors that contribute to this mental disorder include genes and brain chemistry. Life events, drug abuse, and certain medical conditions can make people depressed too.2 Though...