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Care for the Caregivers: Managing the Stress of Caring for Someone with Cognitive Decline

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Whether it’s for a parent, spouse, or someone else in your life experiencing cognitive decline,…

Talk to Your Doctor About Reviving Your Interest in Sex

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Diminished libido is a common concern for many women as they navigate life after menopause….

A Valentine to Your Heart

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Hearts play a starring role in February, from Valentine’s Day to National Heart Month—an annual…

Five Ways to Boost Memory

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As we age, many of us worry about memory loss. While some cognitive changes are…

Don’t Let Winter Weigh You Down

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Every year around this time, many women find themselves struggling with winter weight gain. Between…

The Many Shades of Grief

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You’re in the grocery store shopping for avocados and suddenly you burst out in tears….

Exercises That Improve Balance Reduce Falls and Boost Confidence

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Falls are the leading cause of injuries among older adults, according to the Centers for…

Adopt These Coping Strategies so Stress Won’t Make You Sick

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Stress is a natural response to challenging situations, and not all stress is harmful. However,…

Take Steps to Improve Quality of Life by Managing the Emotional Side of Pain

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Arthritis, migraine headaches, back pain, neuropathy, and so many more conditions fall into the category…

Holistic Therapies for Pain Harness the Mind-Body Connection

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People experience more pain as they age, women are more prone to pain than men,…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Irritable Bowel Syndrome; Red Blood Cell Count

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I have all the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), including abdominal pain, gas, bloating,…

This Is Your Nervous System Calling

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© gilaxia | Getty ImagesBy practicing mindfulness, you can be the creator of calm and…

Can Mindfulness Meditation Relieve Pain and Boost Your Mental and Physical Health?

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© Buena Vista Images | Getty ImagesMindfulness is a state in which you are aware…

Meditation: Yes, it Can Work for You

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Meditation is a way to calm and focus the mind. Research suggests various kinds of…

What Anger Is Trying to Tell You

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At its core, anger serves an important purpose. It signals a threat and demands a…

Ask The Doctor: December 2021

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Is it true that men and women exhibit different signs of depression? Although women suffer…

Insomnia Can Be Especially Harmful to Older Adults

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Tossing and turning throughout the night, difficulty falling asleep, and nonrestorative sleep are all hallmarks…

Ask The Doctor: Supplements For Brain Health, Oversleeping Dementia, Dyspepsia

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Q. Should I take any vitamins or supplements for brain health? I want to do…

Special Report: Top 5 Snacking Myths

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People in the U.S. are snacking more than ever before. According to a 2019 survey,…

Comfort Foods That Are Heart Healthy

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Comfort foods are mentally and emotionally gratifying but often empty or limited in nutritional value….

The Right Exercise to Relieve Arthritis

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Achy muscles and joints don’t exactly inspire movement, but moving can provide relief within minutes…

Am I Depressed? These 10 Symptoms Can Tell the Story

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The National Institutes of Health defines depression as a common but serious mood disorder. That…

Reduce the Symptoms of Chronic Stress

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The pressures of modern life, with its information overload, rapid change, and loss of social…

How Are You Managing Your Stress?

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Whether it’s the political news of the day, money worries, or family drama, triggers for…

4. Alternative and Natural Treatments

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Often, traditional pain treatments like medications or surgery are ineffective. Some don’t touch the pain…

5. Effective Lifestyle Changes

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Based on the evidence collected from your medical history, physical exam, and diagnostic tests, your…