WELLNESS

Is AI Making Your Mind Flabby?

Artificial intelligence tools can relieve us of mental drudgery and power speedy solutions to thorny problems. But there is also a cost. >

Another Downside of Ultra-Processed Foods: Arthritis

UPFs add empty calories to our diets and are behind fatty deposits in muscles that undermine strength and contribute to osteoarthritis. >

The Big Thing about Small Talk

Incidental conversations about the weather, pets or work may seem boring on the surface, but they lay the groundwork for real connection. >

How To Make a High-Deductible Health Plan Work for You

Healthcare plans with high deductibles can spell trouble, but there are ways to make them work. Is a pre-tax savings account is possible? >

Rising Concerns about Kava

Kava is a beverage known for promoting relaxation and mild euphoria, but concentrated forms are prompting calls to poison control centers. >

Fight Dementia -- Cook at Home

Planning and preparing meals engage the mind and body. Following directions, measuring and prepping ingredients keep your brain sharp. >

Kids' Bones Bear the Marks of PFAS in the Environment

Early exposure to ‘forever’ chemicals can reduce kids' bone mineral density at a crucial time. There are ways to offset the risk. >

An Eating Routine Builds Weight-Loss Success

One way to give your diet a boost is to eat a set of foods on repeat. This saves you the depressing decision-making that can derail dieters. >

The MIND Diet Adds Healthy Years to the Brain

It's a combination of a Mediterranean diet and the anti-hypertensive DASH diet and can slow signs of cellular aging in the brain. >

Sitting is Not All Bad, but Watch Out, Couch Potatoes

Reading a book or watching online instruction engages the mind in a way that passive viewing doesn't and makes a difference to your brain. >

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