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Little-Known Ways to Get a Cheaper Price on Your Prescription
Millions of Americans skip or stretch medications because of cost. There are cheaper options, but only if the patient knows where to look.
These People Visited the ‘Other Side,’ and Came Back Completely Changed
People who return from death don't just believe differently, they live differently, and with a change that rarely fades.
What Your Brain Looks Like When You Hate Someone
Lovers overlook flaws, while haters manufacture them.
How to Get Off the Pill Train–Safely
Many prescriptions are meant for short-term use–not a lifetime. Without guidance, patients often remain on them unnecessarily for years.
Digital Detox: A Cure to the Never-Ending Stress and Overstimulation
Phones and technology, so mundane in our lives, may be quietly robbing us of things we didn’t know we needed—until stepping away.
The 5 Questions You Need to Ask Before Filling a New Prescription
If you know what to ask, you can make sure you get the drugs you need and avoid the problems that millions suffer.
Mitochondrial Dysfunction: An Underlying Driver of Autism and What May Help
Scientists have known about the mitochondria-autism link since 1985.
Meridians: How a Myriad of Symptoms Result From Blockages in Your Body
Your body has rivers of energy running through it. Keeping them clear is essential to maintain a healthy mind and body.
When 1 Medication Turns Into Many—and How to Prevent It
One drug can lead to another. Doctors call it a prescribing cascade—and it often begins in predictable moments.
4 Outdoor Activities for the Outdoor-Averse
From small gardens to movement routines, expert-backed ways to embrace the season
Step Outside, America
Spring is here—have you come out of hibernation? Put down your phone, get outside, and enjoy the benefits of sunlight, movement, and time in nature.
Protect Your Body’s Biological Reserve for Health and Longevity
Human life unfolds as a delicate balance of consuming and conserving vital essence.
Your Skin Has Natural Sunscreen, and How to Tap Into It
Dermatologists have long recommended daily sunscreen, but some researchers say gradual spring sun exposure may help the skin build its own natural protection.
Foraging: Your Guide to Reconnecting With Nature
Expert advice on identifying edible wild plants and mushrooms, where to look, and how to get started one plant at a time.
Certain Nutrients May Help Autistic Kids, Here’s Why
Children with autism seem to have a higher need for nutrients. Though when it comes down to specifics, every child is different.
Your Mind Has a Mirror. Here’s What’s Clouding It and How to Clear It
The inner “mirror of life” reflects everything happening within a person.
Birding: A Hobby That Gives a ‘Euphoric Effect’ and Relieves Anxiety
Research has found that bird-watching can alleviate anxiety and loneliness, sharpen cognition, and boost well-being.
The 5 Elements Show How Emotions Ripple Through the Body
The five elements are dynamic phases in a cycle of support and regulation.
Awaken Your Senses: 5 Ways to Bring Spring Into Your Home
Springtime is a time of rejuvenation and reawakening, for nature as well as our senses. Creativity helps to spark spring health benefits.
Nature’s Twin Energies That Explain Why You Get Sick
Traditional Chinese medicine diagnoses the root cause of illness by understanding the balance of two fundamental energies.
1 in 3 People Use Alternative Treatments—How to Choose What’s Best for You
When conventional medicine falls short, many holistic, integrative, and traditional approaches are available for help.
The Wisdom of Ancient Medicine
The best remedy for calamity is to avert it; the best remedy for sickness is prevention. Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner Rong Shu shares ancient, timeless healing wisdom that has long ...
Your Body Is a Miniature Universe. Here’s How to Keep It in Harmony.
When you deviate from nature's rhythm, sickness follows.
Why Being a Passive Patient Is No Longer Enough
When no one connects the dots, it’s up to the patient.
How to Protect Yourself When Illness Leaves You Unable to Speak
Without a health care proxy, hospitals follow defaults, not your wishes.
A Meal Plan for Easing Alzheimer’s Disease
Diet, combined with other other elements of a healthy lifestyle, can support healthier brain aging and help reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
Daily Meal Plan to Help Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
Lower blood pressure naturally with a DASH-inspired meal plan.


























