Physical Health

The long-term effects of alcohol use do not go away as soon as you stop drinking or alter your drinking habits. Some noticeable changes and markers of recovery may show up as soon as days or weeks after beginning abstinence from alcohol.

When a panic attack hits, one can feel out of control or in extreme danger. Anxiety over the panic attack or attempts to avoid or prevent an oncoming panic attack can add to the feelings of urgency and panic.

Silent walking is the idea of a focused, silent walk without listening to music, podcasts, conversation, or other activities often used during runs or walks. The goal of silent walking is to focus your mind and body on the walk, on the world around you, and to use the walk as a meditative experience.

National Walk at Lunch Day is the perfect excuse to get outside after lunch and rack up some steps. Do it every day and the health benefits will rack up, too.

Alcohol negatively affects physical and mental health in many ways, especially if consumed in excess, routinely or habitually. The reverse is also true, however – sobriety or cutting alcohol out of a lifestyle can have significant, positive effects on overall health and wellness. 

The link between stress and nutrition is bi-directional, meaning they both affect each other. Stress can affect our eating habits, especially the chances of unhealthy choices or overeating. Additionally, poor nutrition and diet choices can exacerbate or increase levels of stress.

Karaoke fits the bill when it comes to many of the preferences Gen Z has for exercise. Karaoke can be a great group workout or exercise, it is a social and communal activity, and it can easily be done at home, at work or in social settings.

Microplastics are a concern to the environment and for human health. Americans on average consume between 75,000 and 120,000 microplastic particles a year. Read on for some suggestions on how to reduce your microplastic exposures through some lifestyle and consumption changes.

Coloring has been found to be a therapeutic or meditative activity for many and can have multifold benefits, especially for adults with high levels of stress or anxiety.

The primary dangers related to sleep for infants, and risk factors for sleep-related infant deaths, involve the positioning of the child while sleeping, the materials and environment the child sleeps in, temperature, respiratory inhibitors and choking hazards. There are a few basic standards or rules to go by when setting up a safe sleep environment for your baby.

Exercise snacks are short periods of intense workouts, usually only two to minutes. The idea behind energy snacking is to have a few of these brief, intense workouts interspersed throughout your day.

From morning coffee to snacking on chocolate bars or grabbing an energy drink, caffeine is a big part of people’s daily diet in the United States.

What you eat certainly is directly tied to your health and wellness, but so is the time of day you eat. This is true especially when it comes to timing the largest meal of your day. How food affects your body can depend on the time of day it’s digested.

Adults 65 and older need at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week, such as walking, but also at least two sessions of strength training a week. Besides moderate exercise and strength training, balance training and exercises are also recommended routinely for older adults.

Chronic kidney disease is a public health crisis that's serious but also preventable. Managing blood pressure and blood sugar are two of the seven ways recommended to keep the kidneys healthy.

Yes, biological age is real, but understanding the term and what is meant in comparison to chronological age is important. It's impossible to stop or slow time; as the years go by, you chronologically age.

The use and overuse of alcohol limits and inhibits your overall level of health and fitness. Alcohol suppresses many of your body’s main functions to different extents and can affect your ability to recover from illness and injury.

It’s easy to take good vision for granted – until it’s no longer there. Bad lifestyle habits can jeopardize good vision and negatively impact quality of life.

Someone in the U.S. is exposed to poison every 15 seconds, according to statistics from the National Capital Poison Center. In 2021, more than two million people called Poison Control for help. Children are the most at risk for poisoning, especially those six years and under.

There is not one color of noise that has proven best for sleep. Rather, each color of noise has unique qualities and affects different listeners in various ways. To better understand how color noises can help you with sleep or other activities, it’s best to understand how color noises got their names.

For a long time, there has been sentiment among runners and doctors that long-distance running, especially long-term and regular running, would predispose runners to arthritis or joint issues as they age. However, there's evidencethat challenges this long-held belief.

Make spring your healthiest, most sustainable season yet with these easy tips for your home and outdoor areas.

It might seem as simple as updating a few clocks in your home, but Daylight Saving Time can take a toll on some people’s overall health.

It will likely be easier to go through the time change with your baby if you take some steps ahead of time to prepare you both for Daylight Savings Time. These methods work to both “Spring Forward” and “Fall Back” for Daylight Savings Time if you adjust the sleep schedule in the right way each time.

It’s one of those topics people avoid talking about. But the fact is, colonoscopies save lives and it's important to debunk these four common misconceptions surrounding them.

Breast self-exams, temperature checks and even measuring heart rate are all things that can be indicators of how healthy a person is.

Want to make some heart-healthy changes to your diet? It’s easier than you might think and it starts with some basic meal-planning tips.

Grocery aisles are filled with choices. All oils are a type of fat, so they should be used sparingly compared to other ingredients in your diet. But there are some easy ways to tell which oils are better for your health.

Who says meditation has to be solitary, still and boring? Get active in your practice with these five moves. Meditation takes many forms, and these five can be a boon for your physical and mental health.

Did you know dog owners are 34% more likely to fit 150 minutes of walking into a week than non-dog owners? The benefits only begin there.

Not everything you hear about how the winter affects your health is true. As the dead of winter approaches, it's important to be as informed as possible.

Adding snow and ice to a workout routine presents additional challenges and health risks. Before you step outside, keep these health and safety tips in mind.

Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you should stay cooped up inside. A little outside time can lead to big health benefits.

Simple tweaks to your running or walking form can help you go farther while preserving the condition of your back, joints and other body parts.

Cold plunges can be a complementary recovery method to vigorous exercise. But exactly when should you take the plunge? Here's what the research suggests.

The more members of your family who receive the flu shot, the greater the effect the vaccine has on your household. Here's how you protecting yourself can actually help protect others.

Germs are spread when you touch your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands, so it's important to wash them the right way. Especially during flu season.

Healthy eating cannot completely prevent every kind of disease and illness. However, a balanced diet featuring these five foods can help fight against breast cancer.

If you love a thick-cut slice of sourdough bread, you’ll like the health benefits that come with it.

Next time you strike a pose and hold it, know that you’re improving your health in lots of ways.

Should our sun safety practices change as we get older? Here are sun protection tips by age.

It's a busy world. But when you take time to do nothing, you can passively check in on both your mental and physical health.

Myths about sun safety and SPF are common. Here’s what SPF really means and how to use it to keep yourself safe in the sun.

Contributor and summer intern Caitlyn Begosa writes about starting her first year of college out-of-state, and how she learned to adapt.

Millions of people have food allergies and other dietary restrictions. Here are some ways to communicate these with others.

Grilling is a summer pastime in Michigan, and baking is known to be a healthy way to prepare foods. Which is better?

Summertime can be a busy season for kids and sports. Here’s a few tips to keep active kids healthy.

Sweet or tart, cherries are packed with what’s good for you. Here are the health benefits of cherries.

Gracefully Greying health correspondent Lila Lazarus reviews the benefits and risks to cooking meat rare or well-done, while keeping safety in mind.

A hormone imbalance can leave you feeling tired, moody or even a little heavier. Here’s how certain foods can help.

Ready to use biohacking to improve your mental and physical health? Here are some of the best biohacks to improve your health.

Make an after-dinner walk part of your routine and you’ll reap the health benefits.

Getting appropriate and timely preventive care is an important part of a well-rounded, overall health strategy for men.

Grilling is one of the great American pastimes. But cross-contamination of raw or undercooked meats can make people sick. Here’s what not to do.

Headaches are a real pain. But before you reach for medication, try these time-tested home remedies to ease the symptoms.  

Some people know more about their horoscope signs than what type of blood they have. Here are a few things you should know about your blood type.

Sunscreen can lose its efficacy when improperly stored or owned for too long. Soak up this information so you can soak up the sun safely!

Charcoal grills, gas grills and smokers have all seen an uptick in use lately. But which type of grilling method is one or the other the healthiest?

Cleanse, moisturize and protect are the basic steps, but not all men’s skin care routines are the same.

Seniors looking for ways to get fit or maintain their health have plenty of at-home exercises to pick from.

Some types of foods can be really helpful for people trying to curb a craving for nicotine.

Find the best squat exercises to build muscle and burn calories.

Sipping an electrolyte drink can be a trendy thing to do, but when does your body actually need one?

It is important for women to get enough information about perimenopause and menopause symptoms and side effects.

Most indoor allergen sources can be combatted by taking certain measures around the house.

For most women, having cramps is part of having your period. But here are some signs to watch for that mean you might need to talk to your doctor.

There are big health benefits to getting 10,000 daily steps. Here are some great places to do that with a view.

Get on your bike and ride, and reap the health benefits that come pedaling road bikes, mountain bikes and more.

Nearly half of all U.S. adults have hypertension. Regular exercise can help lower blood pressure.

Licensed therapist, NASM master trainer and integrative health expert Angela T. Moore shares how to know when it's time to take a break from work and rest.

Stress can creep up on all of us, especially if we’re juggling working from home. Here’s how to better manage remote work stress.

In the spring, we can’t wait to get outside. But you are more likely to get a sunburn in the spring.

Contributor and mental health advocate Monica Drake shares how starting an exercise routine has helped her manage her anxiety.

Gracefully Greying health correspondent Lila Lazarus tries the cold plunge trend and reports back on results.

If you’re a freighter fan headed to the Soo Locks, check out these nearby trails to get your steps in.

Did you know there are different types of stress? Here’s what you need to know.

Like the saying goes, laughter is the best medicine. From a giggle to a guffaw, here are all the ways that laughing is good for you.

Warm weather is a great time to get outside with your kids. Give these age-group specific activities a try this spring!

Personal training may be worth looking into if you recently recovered from an injury, need help with form or have certain fitness goals in mind.

Do you ever ask yourself, “Is it the weekend yet?” If you do, it might be time for you to start trying to find joy in the present.

Staying active and making new friends: these seniors are reaping the benefits from pickleball, a sport that surged in popularity during the pandemic.

Stiff-person syndrome is a rare, progressive autoimmune disorder that affects how a person’s muscles move. Here are the symptoms and treatments.

Guilt, remorse, stress: These have no place in our feelings about meals and snacks. Here’s how to improve your relationship with food.

Grab a pair of sunglasses and your best workout shoes. It’s time to move your next exercise session outdoors.

There are plenty of ways to take the carefree “Yes Day” concept into summer for a healthy way to connect with your kids. Here are some suggestions.

This 5K training regimen is for beginners, experienced runners and everyone in between. Training starts two months before race day.

So many cleaning products are probably sitting in your home. Here is some helpful information about what cleaning products not to mix.

Ready to break out your clubs? You’re not alone. Here are some popular public golf courses to check out across the state.

If you typically skip your midday meal - or turn to take-out for a fast fix - we’ve got some easy ways you can make your lunch healthier.

There may be some parts of your life that may be more cluttered than you realize – and causing you stress. Here are six things to spring clean.

Scarfing down sugary snacks and greasy fast food before you exercise can lead to a sluggish workout. Give these options a try instead.

Tired of tossing and turning? If you’re looking for more restful sleep, a weighted blanket might help.

Finding new ways to mix protein, healthy fats and good carbs can help get your day off to a good start.

Going to sleep with tense muscles is not a recipe for good sleep. Here’s how stretching can improve your zzzz’s.

If the thought of springing your clock forward is not appealing, here are some ways to ease into Daylight Saving Time.

Breakfast is important every morning, partly because of its metabolism-boosting properties. Don’t have time? These grab-and-go ideas should help.

So long, 10,000 steps. A new study talks about why 7,000 steps each day should be your goal.

Some trendy new energy drinks market themselves as healthier alternatives to the brands we’ve come to know. Are they actually healthy, though?

A lot of times, the resistance we face while running is all mental. The next time you’re huffing and puffing, remember these four tips.