karimian | Flickr One of the most common reasons to eat more organic produce is to avoid harmful chemicals used in growing your food. Pesticides have been linked to developmental problems in children, and may act as carcinogens or throw … Read More »
shaunl via Getty Images It can be downright Sisyphean to get a teenager out of bed. Just like adults, they’re often significantly sleep-deprived — and the first period bell is doing them no favors. Adolescents have been steadily logging fewer … Read More »
Robert Deutschman via Getty Images If you’re a healthy eater who practices portion control, you know a vacation can put a dent in your healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re kicking back and relaxing for a week or getting to know a … Read More »
Interested in yoga but don’t want to pay for an expensive class or be seen flopping around on your mat like a fish out of water? YouTube has tons of yoga channels that are great for yoga enthusiasts who prefer … Read More »
Buenaventuramariano via Getty Images SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) — Medical experts warned Friday the anti-vaccination lobby is growing in Bosnia, using scientifically discredited arguments to stoke parental fears in the worst-affected country in Europe’s measles outbreak. This trend — combined with … Read More »
The day I was diagnosed with anorexia both my parents were with me at my pediatrician’s office, sitting across from me as they struggled to hold back tears. My parents were the ones involved in my treatment, the people who … Read More »
Forget an apple a day when it comes to keeping the doctor away — try a smile a day. Happiness may be one of the best medicines when it comes to our physical health. Research suggests people who have an … Read More »
Ella Mullins | Flickr Like a four-leaf clover or a double rainbow, people who dutifully log eight hours of sleep each night seem pretty rare in today’s world. Yet they do exist — and not surprisingly, they have a slew … Read More »
Fuse via Getty Images The question: Can I really catch a cold just from going outside with wet hair? The answer: No doubt you’ve heard this one before — probably from Mom or Grandma as you rushed out the door … Read More »
IUD use among American women is on the rise after decades of declining popularity. New products and changing attitudes among physicians and patients are driving the trend, experts say. | BSIP/UIG Via Getty Images A birth control method that works … Read More »