WELLNESS

School-Based Gardens Improve Kids' Diets

When kids learn to grow foods at school, they tend to eat better. They're also less likely to develop diabetes or pre-diabetes. >

Helping Kids Work It Out

Depression is not uncommon among kids and teens. Therapy can help, but so does exercise. Here's what seemed to benefit kids most. >

COVID Boosters...Again?

Those who've had COVID boosters may think they're covered, but protection wanes after about 5 to 6 months. New variants are an issue, too. >

How Music Relieved the Stress of COVID Quarantines

COVID lockdowns were hard on everyone everywhere. Listening to music was one way some people coped with the stress and isolation. >

Take Five

If you sit for long periods, you need to take an exercise break to offset sitting’s most dangerous effects. Here's what worked best. >

Fatty Fast Food Livers

Eating even a modest fast food meal daily -- a small burger and fries -- can lead to fatty liver disease. >

Eating to Conceive

People trying to conceive can get extra help from their diet. The Mediterranean diet's anti-inflammatory properties can boost fertility. >

Intermittent Fasting Changes Genes

A long, overnight break between meals gives cells a chance to reboot and changes gene expression in a good way. Try eating dinner earlier. >

To Get Healthier, Start on Monday

Struggling with resolutions already? Beginning a diet, exercise or other healthy change on a Monday can make you more likely to succeed. >

PAAARTY! It's Good for Your Health

Celebrating holidays, birthdays or other milestones with others boosts our sense of social support. Virtual parties can do this, too. >

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