While taking a snooze may feel like a frivolous indulgence, your brain will actually tell you otherwise. Mini rests give you a mental break from the stress of the day, but they also allow for actual changes in the brain that can help improve short-term mood, alertness and productivity.
When lifestyle changes aren’t enough to help you get the rest you need, sleep aids may be something you’d like to consider, particularly if your issues have persisted for some time. Start down the path of more restful sleep by using this information to weigh your options wisely.
Bone loss, breast cancer—these and other health issues affecting scores of women get a lot of deserved attention and inspire health changes that can go a long way in preventing them from becoming part of your future.
Exercise. It’s good for the body, but it’s also good for the brain. And those mood-boosting hormones that kick in—often called “runner’s high”—are only part of the story. Regular exercise makes your brain stronger, fitter and sharper. Here’s what happens over the course of a typical workout.
Being overweight can hurt. Carrying extra pounds puts added stress on your joints and that can cause your bone-cushioning cartilage to wear down, your ligaments to become strained and, as a result, you find yourself in constant pain.
Like the rest of your body, your brain changes with each passing year. It sounds scary, but the process is natural and it happens to everyone. Take an active role in slowing negative effects and working to stay sharper, longer.
How can food help you think faster, perform better, preserve your memory and even improve your mood? The truth is you probably have superfoods within arm’s reach right now. Nourish your brain to stay sharp today and for many tomorrows.
If you’re like many men, you have experienced some changes in your urination—or even had problems urinating—as you’ve gotten older. You may not have given these issues much thought, but your doctor can help you get the right treatment, if any is needed, to improve your symptoms.
If you know someone who can seemingly eat anything and stay slim, chances are they have a high metabolism. While it is true that metabolism is largely determined by genetics, age and gender, there are specific things you do to give it a boost. Try these tips to rev up your internal engine, jump-start a weight loss plan or maintain a healthy weight.
While you can’t control some risk factors for high cholesterol, like family history and gender, you can seize these opportunities to make a positive impact on unhealthy levels.
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